Head of Talent, Learning & Development - FTC
Head of Talent, Learning & Development - 12 month FTC (Potential to become Permanent)At Weetabix, we believe that diverse teams drive better ideas, stronger decisions, and a more inclusive workplace for everyone. We’re committed to building an organisation where people from all walks of life feel they belong—where different voices, experiences, and backgrounds are valued and respected.
The Head of Talent, Learning & Development is responsible for developing solutions in conjunction with Human Resource Business Partners and leaders in attracting, developing, and retaining top talent through end‑to‑end ownership of recruitment, learning and development, and early careers programmes. The role exists to build the capabilities, leadership depth, and talent pipeline required to deliver Weetabix’s long‑term growth ambition.
Core responsibilities:
* Lead the end‑to‑end talent agenda, including recruitment, learning & development, early careers, and talent pipeline planning.
* Develop and implement a future‑focused talent strategy aligned with business growth, customer impact, and innovation.
* Embed the Brilliant People Strategy to attract, develop, and retain talent effectively.
* Oversee the learning & development framework, including leadership and career pathway programmes.
* Scale early careers programmes and collaborate with HRBP and HRLT to enhance succession planning and internal mobility.
* Support organisational growth and change readiness, including brand opportunities and M&A integration.
* Utilise data and best practices to continuously improve talent solutions and measure their impact.
Qualifications and experience:
* Deep expertise in Learning & Development, with recruitment and early careers experience desirable.
* Proven experience designing enterprise‑wide talent strategies.
* Strong understanding of leadership development, capability frameworks, and career architecture.
* Experience using Learning Management Systems (LMS).
* Experience supporting growth, transformation, or M&A through people strategies.
* Strong commercial awareness and understanding of customer‑brand organisations.
* Ability to translate future business needs into actionable talent solutions.
Benefits:
* Competitive salary
* Car allowance
* Annual bonus 15%
* Double‑matched pension scheme (up to 12% from us)
* 25 days annual leave, increasing with service
* Annual salary review
* Bupa Healthcare plan
* Discounted Weetabix products
* Continued investment in your personal development
* Option to purchase up to 5 days of additional annual leave
* Access to 24/7 counselling service (via Grocery Aid partnership)
* Flexible work opportunities
* Enhanced maternity / paternity / adoption leave
* Additional time off for fertility treatment and neonatal care
* Working parents support group
* Fully stocked kitchens with Weetabix products
Working pattern: Hybrid – 2/3 days on‑site, including Weetabix Wednesday.
Interview process: 3‑stage interview process.
Closing date: Friday 10th April.
We are happy to make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process; if you need support, let us know. Unfortunately, we do not provide sponsorship for this position.
We do not advertise fixed salary ranges; we benchmark roles based on skills and experience.
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