Head of Learning & Development

Head of Learning and Development

£56,000 - £66,000

Manchester, Hybrid

Full-time, 6 Month FTC

Public Sector

Burman are seeking a strategic and innovative Head of Learning and Development to drive the transformation of a key public sectors learning culture. This role will lead the design, delivery, and evaluation of comprehensive learning strategies, with a strong focus on implementing and embedding a cutting-edge Learning Management System (LMS) to modernise and streamline our approach to staff development. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in organisational learning, digital transformation, and a passion for fostering growth and engagement across the workforce.

Principal Accountabilities

Learning and Development Strategy

• Lead the creation and delivery of the organisation's Learning and Development strategy to meet business goals and align with workforce needs.
• Partner with senior leaders to identify current and future capability requirements.

LMS Implementation and Optimisation

• Oversee the implementation, and integration of a new Learning Management System (LMS), ensuring alignment with organisational needs and compliance requirements.
• Manage ongoing system improvements, ensuring the LMS supports user-friendly access to resources, performance tracking, and reporting.

Programme Design and Delivery

• Design and deliver innovative learning programmes, leveraging digital tools to enhance engagement and accessibility.
• Ensure a blended learning approach that combines e-learning, face-to-face training, and other methodologies.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders and stakeholders, promoting a culture of continuous learning.
• Collaborate across departments to ensure L&D initiatives align with organisational goals and promote inclusivity.

Performance Metrics and Evaluation

• Establish KPIs and monitor the impact of L&D initiatives on employee performance and organisational objectives.
• Use data analytics to generate insights, refine programmes, and ensure ROI on L&D investments.

Team Leadership and Development

• Lead, coach, and inspire the L&D team to deliver high-impact services.
• Build team capacity to support the implementation and ongoing management of the LMS.

Policy and Compliance

• Ensure all learning initiatives comply with relevant legislation, safeguarding requirements, and internal policies.

Continuous Improvement

• Stay up-to-date with trends in learning technologies, methodologies, and best practices to ensure the organisation remains at the forefront of learning innovation.