Group Learning & Organisational Development Manager
Peterborough | Permanent | Full time (37 hrs)
Up to £45,500
This is not a "business as usual" L&D role. It is a strategic, highly visible position where your work directly influences employee engagement, leadership excellence, and organisational effectiveness.
Our client, a well-respected organisation within the education sector, is seeking an exceptional individual to shape and lead their Group-wide Learning, Development and OD strategy. This is a high-profile and business-critical appointment, perfect for someone who is intellectually curious, influential at senior level, and passionate about driving meaningful culture and organisational improvement.
Key Responsibilities of Group Learning and Organisational Development Manager
Developing and delivering a Group-wide Learning & Development strategy aligned to organisational priorities
Leading leadership and management development programmes
Overseeing induction, mandatory training and CPD for all colleagues
Managing the Apprenticeship Levy and engaging effectively with external training providers
Implementing digital learning solutions and producing insightful data-led reporting
Driving organisation development projects including culture, engagement, talent and succession planning
Supporting significant change and transformation activities This is a role for someone who thrives on challenge, influence and innovation, ideal for a candidate from the education sector, or alternatively from another highly regulated environment such as charity, healthcare, public sector or similar.
What We're Looking For - Learning and Organisational Development Manager
A strong strategic mindset with excellent project management skills
The ability to influence at executive level and build trusted relationships across the organisation
A passion for learning, innovation and sector improvement
Experience of designing and delivering L&D and OD strategies in complex environments, ideally in education
Strong understanding of digital learning, organisational effectiveness and EDI best practice
Sound knowledge of regulatory expectations and relevant professional standards
Experience overseeing leadership programmes, cultural change initiatives and engagement interventions
CIPD Level 5+ or an equivalent L&D/OD qualification (or qualified by experience) Benefits
Alongside the opportunity to shape organisational culture at a strategic level, you will enjoy an excellent benefits package, including:
Enhanced holiday allowance
Local Government Pension Scheme
Fantastic discount schemes
Discounted gym membership Interested?
If you are an experienced L&D/OD professional who is ready to take the lead in shaping the future of learning, leadership and culture across a forward-thinking organisation, we would love to hear from you.
Please contact Rebecca Ewers for a confidential discussion and to apply.
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Please note that we are not able to provide support with visa sponsorships and all applicants must be based in the UK and hold the valid right to work in the UK
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