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Job Title: Head of Learning & Development - FMCG
Location: West Midlands
Salary: £70,000–£80,000 + benefits + car allowance + bonus
With our market-leading FMCG client, you shape your own career path. That means having the opportunity to pursue challenges you are passionate about, in areas of development that truly matter to you.
This exciting career opportunity will utilise your Learning & Development expertise as you work in close partnership with HR Business Partners, Business Leaders and Centres of Excellence to develop a wide range of innovative talent development solutions.
We are seeking a Senior Manager of Learning & Talent Development to lead the organisational learning and development strategy—enhancing capability at every level, from early careers to senior leadership. You will be responsible for designing, developing, implementing and evaluating learning outcomes across the organisation, as well as owning functional development programmes. Leading a team of L&D Specialists, you will build a centre of excellence that is both industry-leading and best-in-class.
This is a pivotal role in shaping and executing people strategies that position talent as a true competitive differentiator—creating a function renowned for its innovation, collaboration and ability to empower both employees and clients.
The Role
* Define and execute a strategic vision to cultivate a high-performing, future-ready workforce supporting company growth, innovation, and operational excellence.
* Oversee the design, deployment, and delivery of engaging, effective, and accessible learning programmes aligned with business goals.
* Develop and implement a comprehensive, company-wide learning strategy to position the organisation as a leader in delivering exceptional services.
* Collaborate with functional heads to create innovative learning and leadership development programmes that drive business impact.
* Lead the assessment of skill gaps and training needs, creating impactful training content and coordinating delivery.
* Design multi-tiered development curricula to prepare future leaders.
* Utilise various learning modalities including e-learning, instructor-led training, workshops, and technical sessions.
* Incorporate knowledge of evolving products and services into curricula.
* Leverage advanced technologies, including AI and analytics, to enhance learning scalability, engagement, and effectiveness.
* Stay abreast of L&D trends and embed best practices to keep the organisation at the forefront of learning innovation.
* Define and measure key People KPIs to align with business goals and ensure accountability.
* Build dashboard and analytics capabilities for real-time insights and executive decision-making.
* Use data and predictive analytics to inform talent strategies and address workforce challenges proactively.
* Lead and develop a high-performing, collaborative L&D team, fostering a culture of accountability and growth.
* Act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders on workforce strategy, organisational development, and talent priorities.
* Manage external partnerships with vendors and thought leaders to adopt best-in-class practices.
* Champion a culture of continuous improvement and adaptability, aligned with the broader group’s vision.
* Ensure high internal customer service satisfaction across all business units.
* Take ownership of graduate and apprenticeship programmes to support early careers.
* Collaborate closely with the wider HR function and cross-functional teams.
The Person
* Visionary leader and team player with a strong track record in Learning & Talent Development.
* Degree in a relevant field; an advanced degree or MBA is preferred.
* Progressive leadership experience in L&D and Talent roles with increasing responsibility.
* Experience designing and implementing company-wide learning strategies with measurable results.
* Familiarity with learning management systems and modern platforms.
* Senior leadership experience within an FMCG or similar fast-paced environment.
* Expertise in talent, organisational, leadership development, and employee engagement.
* Experience with executive development programmes, succession planning, coaching, and mentoring.
* Strong strategic thinking and alignment of talent development with commercial goals.
* Proven success in leading change and organisational transformation.
* Advanced analytical skills and data-led solution development.
* Excellent communication skills, influencing at executive and board levels.
* Collaborative, self-motivated leadership style with trust-building abilities.
* High integrity, emotional intelligence, and political acumen.
* Ability to act as an internal consultant and embed change management practices.
* Entrepreneurial mindset, curiosity, and solutions-focused approach.
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