Workforce Learning & Development Strategy Lead

At Astellas we can offer an inspiring place to work and a chance to make your mark in doing good for others. Our expertise, science and technology make us a pharma company. Our open and progressive culture is what makes us Astellas. It’s a culture of doing good for others and contributing to a sustainable society. Delivering meaningful differences for patients is our driving force. We all have a significant opportunity to make that difference, working locally in the areas we know best, whilst drawing inspiration from the different insights and expertise we have access to globally and from our innovative, external partners.

Our global vision for Patient Centricity is to support the development of innovative health solutions through a deep understanding of the patient experience. At Astellas, Patient Centricity isn’t a buzzword - it’s a guiding principle for action. We believe all staff have a role to play in creating a patient-centric culture and integrating an awareness of the patient into our everyday working practices, regardless of our role, team or division. Our ethos is underpinned by the Astellas Way, comprising five core values: patient focus; ownership; results; openness and integrity. We are proud to offer an inclusive and respectful working environment that fosters collaboration and ownership. Our aspiration is to bring the best brains together, to provide them with world-leading tools and resources and a unique structure that fosters real agility and entrepreneurial spirit.

The Opportunity: As the Workforce Learning & Development Strategy Lead, you will design and execute Astellas' global learning strategy, driving impactful development programs that align with business objectives. This role involves influencing stakeholders, fostering innovation, and delivering high-quality, scalable solutions for employees at all levels. You will lead complex initiatives, evaluate program effectiveness, and leverage cutting-edge learning technologies to build organizational capabilities and support a culture of continuous growth.

Hybrid Working: At Astellas we recognise the importance of balancing your work and home life, so we offer a hybrid working solution allowing time to connect with colleagues in person at the office alongside the flexibility to work from home; optimising the most productive work environment for you to succeed and deliver.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversees the design, delivery, and improvement of high-impact learning solutions, including professional development for the general population and high-potential development at career transition points.
• Drives the Astellas global learning approach and strategy to support the overall business strategy and respond to external trends, internal needs, and competitive pressures.
• Defines, develops, and implements learning frameworks and solutions for all organizational levels to grow individual capabilities.
• Evaluates the impact of learning programs to demonstrate value to senior leadership and business areas.
• Develops effective learning solutions in coaching, feedback, onboarding, manager development, mentoring, and other key development moments.
• Implements a learning and development approach that utilizes the latest learning technologies, innovative methods, and best practices.

Qualifications:

• Extensive experience in talent development, learning, or organizational development roles.
• Proficiency with learning management systems (LMS) and digital learning tools.
• Expertise in instructional design, adult learning principles, and a variety of learning methodologies.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, facilitation, and relationship-building skills.
• Strong analytical abilities with experience in data-driven decision-making and resource management.
• Relevant certifications in coaching or talent assessment (e.g., CliftonStrengths, MBTI, Hogan, DiSC).

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Education, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred) or equivalent.

Additional Information: This is a permanent, full-time position. Position is based in the United Kingdom. This position follows our hybrid working model. Role requires a blend of home and a minimum of 1 day per quarter in our local office. Flexibility may be required in line with business needs. Candidates must be located within a commutable distance of the office. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.