At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead talent and development strategies to shape a thriving workforce.
- Company: Join Clarion Housing Group, a forward-thinking organisation focused on learning and growth.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, car allowance, hybrid work, and opportunities for professional development.
- Other info: Dynamic role with significant career growth potential and a focus on inclusivity.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by developing talent and creating equitable opportunities for all.
- Qualifications: Experience in talent management and a passion for developing people.
The predicted salary is between 129808 - 129808 £ per year.
Location: Hybrid with flexible base location London: £103,847 to £129,808 per annum plus £5k car allowance National: £91,696 to £114,620 per annum plus £5k car allowance
Hours: 36 hours per week
Contract Type: Permanent
It's an exciting time to join Clarion Housing Group as we deliver our new People Strategy and continue our ambition to become a sector‑leading, learning‑led organisation. We're looking for an inspiring and strategic Head of Talent & Development to lead our Learning & Development, Talent, Early Careers and ED&I functions. You'll play a pivotal role in shaping how we attract, develop and grow talent, building the skills and leadership capability needed to deliver our ambitions and support our colleagues to thrive. Reporting to the Director of People, you'll shape and deliver an integrated approach to learning, talent and workforce capability.
What you will be doing:
- Developing and delivering talent and development strategies aligned to organisational priorities and future workforce needs.
- Leading the development of inclusive and equitable organisational learning frameworks across leadership, technical and professional capability, as well as shaping early careers programmes, including apprenticeships and graduate pathways.
- Driving a skills‑based approach to talent management, workforce capability and internal mobility.
- Championing equitable access to development opportunities and embedding inclusive practices across talent and learning activities.
- Building strong partnerships with external providers and industry bodies to bring innovation and best practice into Clarion.
About you:
You bring significant experience of leading talent, learning, workforce capability and/or ED&I functions within a complex organisation, together with a strong track record of developing organisational capability and delivering strategic people initiatives. You have expertise in leadership development, talent management, succession planning and workforce capability, alongside the ability to influence senior stakeholders, lead high‑performing teams and translate strategic ambition into practical, measurable outcomes. We encourage applicants who are CIPD Chartered Members and combine strategic thinking with delivery excellence and a passion for developing people, building capability and creating opportunities for others to thrive.
Closing Date: Sunday 28th June 2026 at midnight. Interviews will be held in London on 15 and 16 July 2026. This is a hybrid role with a base location at the nearest office to your home address. Candidates will be expected to travel to our Head Office in London on a regular basis. You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy; Clarion are not able to offer visa sponsorship. You are required to reside in England or Wales for the duration of your employment. This vacancy may close without notice.
Head of Talent & Development in Gloucester employer: Clarion Housing Group Limited
Clarion Housing Group is an exceptional employer that prioritises the growth and development of its employees through a robust People Strategy aimed at fostering a learning-led culture. With a hybrid working model based in London, employees benefit from flexible working arrangements, competitive salaries, and a strong commitment to equity and inclusion, ensuring that all team members have access to meaningful development opportunities. Join us to make a significant impact on talent management and workforce capability while enjoying a supportive environment that champions personal and professional growth.
Contact Details:
Clarion Housing Group Limited Recruitment Team
