Your new company You'll be joining a forward-thinking public sector organisation undergoing a significant transformation journey. With a strong focus on people, culture, and continuous improvement, this organisation is committed to developing leadership capability, enhancing employee engagement, and embedding a values-driven culture. You'll be part of a dynamic People & Culture team that plays a pivotal role in shaping organisational development and learning strategies across the service. Your new role As a Learning & Organisational Development Business Partner, you will lead the design, development, and delivery of strategic OD and learning initiatives. You'll partner with defined business areas to provide expert advice and drive key projects aligned with the organisation's people strategy. This includes leadership development, performance management, coaching, employee engagement, and digital learning manage complex change programmes, develop tailored frameworks for workforce development, and act as a change champion across the organisation. You'll also be responsible for designing and delivering accredited leadership programmes, facilitating masterclasses, and evaluating the impact of learning interventions. The role involves stakeholder engagement at all levels, budget management, and contributing to the development of HR policies and procedures. What you'll need to succeed To be successful in this role, you'll need: A degree in a relevant subject and CIPD Level 5 qualification. Associate CIPD membership (with a commitment to achieving Chartered status within 6 months). At least 3 years' experience in a Learning & Development or OD role. Proven experience in designing and delivering OD interventions and learning programmes. Strong facilitation, presentation, and communication skills. Experience conducting learning needs analysis and evaluating training effectiveness. Excellent project management and analytical skills. Advanced digital and IT skills to create tailored learning solutions. A full UK driving licence or access to transport to meet job requirements. Desirable: Experience in the public sector or local government. Recognised teaching/training qualification. Assessor/Internal Verifier qualification. What you'll get in return You'll be part of a progressive organisation that values innovation, collaboration, and professional development. This is a fantastic opportunity to influence organisational culture and contribute to meaningful change. You'll benefit from: A competitive salary at PO2 grade. Opportunities for professional growth and CIPD progression. Flexible working arrangements. Access to a wide network of internal and external stakeholders. The chance to lead high-impact projects that shape the future of the organisation. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be Skills: Learning and Development Organisational Development CIPD Human Resources