Head of Learning & Leadership Development (full time or 4 days [12 month contract])

Head of Learning & Leadership Development (full time or 4 days (12 month contract))

We are commercial property specialists operating across the UK. At Bruntwood, we\’re committed to offering more than just outstanding office, coworking, retail and lab spaces. Everything we do is tied into our vision of building vibrant communities, whilst providing businesses with the support and expertise they need to grow.

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This role is a 12 month contract to cover maternity.

The Head of Learning & Leadership development will design, deliver and implement development interventions which evolve and enhance our leadership teams and drive high performance. It will provide leadership to the Learning & Development team of two , making sure that all of our colleague learning interventions are aligned with business needs.

Working options:

We’re open to full time or a 4 day working week for this role. What is important is that your preference is to be office based. We’re really collaborative as a People team/organisation and especially due to the nature of the role, we’re keen to see applicants who are keen to be office based.

What we’re looking for:

• A confident communicator, who has experience of designing and delivering creative bespoke and innovative leadership development offerings to a accommodate a wide range leaders
• Ideally you’ll have worked in a similar sized organisation (1000 colleagues) that operates in an everchanging fast paced manner within a matrix structure
• You’ll have managed a team of L&D professionals (2 in this role), offering clear direction and support
• You’ll be adaptable, with the ability to change your approach to different needs and objectives
• You’ll be an expert in understanding behavioural principles, relationship management and conflict resolution, and the ability to create a positive and inclusive culture

What you’ll be doing:

• Evolve and implement leadership development, equipping current and emerging leaders with the skills needed to excel in a rapidly growing and changeable environment.
• Partner with the Bruntwood Board and Scitech Executive Management Team to identify leadership development needs and align initiatives with business needs.
• Work closely with Head of and Director level leadership teams to drive personal and team effectiveness, promote culture and engagement and ensure inclusive and empathetic leadership behaviours permeate the business.
• Facilitate coaching, mentoring, and training activities across all leadership levels, including leadership assessment and feedback exercises, workshops and development planning support.
• Monitor and measure the success of leadership initiatives, adjusting approaches to maximise impact.
• Support the Head of People and People Partnering colleagues with tools and recommendations to drive effectiveness of the leaders they work with.
• Work with the Learning & Development Partner to ensure a seamless pipeline and transition from aspiring management, through to management development, and a clear pathway to supporting future leaders.
• Build relationships with external leadership suppliers used by the business and where needed manage the relationship and coordination of activities.
• Coach the team on design, implementation, and evaluation of engaging learning programmes to enhance skill development, career progression, and business capability.
• Drive succession planning and talent mapping initiatives either through supporting People Partners in their areas at a team level, or through leading on these activities directly with senior leaders

We really believe that if you’re brilliant to work with, you deserve brilliant things in return:

• 28 days holiday plus you get your Birthday off work – and if that’s not enough you can also buy & sell holidays too
• 24 hours a year volunteer time – there are endless opportunities for you to get involved in supporting the causes that matter most to you
• Healthcare cash plan for all colleagues, so you can claim back medical expenses like optical, dentist & physiotherapy. We also offer free private healthcare cover on an opt in basis too
• Life assurance cover for all colleagues
• Up to 8% matched pension scheme
• Discounts & cashback at leading retailers

In addition to what to expect within the role and your benefits, it’s good to know that you’ll be working for a business that gives back – The Oglesby Charitable Trust has donated more than £30m since it started out in 2001. Supporting charities across Arts and Culture, Education, Environment, Medical Research and Social & Health Inequality.

If you\’re interested in applying for the role please don\’t hesitate as we\’ll be conducting interviews prior to the closing date.

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