At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead innovative learning and development initiatives to enhance workforce capability and engagement.
- Company: Join MCS Group, a values-driven organisation making a real impact in the public sector.
- Benefits: Enjoy hybrid working, flexible hours, and a competitive pay rate of £21.09 per hour.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth in a supportive and inclusive environment.
- Why this job: Be part of a high-profile transformation agenda that shapes leadership and culture.
- Qualifications: Degree in a relevant field and at least 3 years' experience in L&D or OD roles.
The predicted salary is between 21.09 - 21.09 £ per hour.
Are you passionate about leadership development, organisational change and creating meaningful workforce impact? MCS Group is working with Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service to recruit an interim Learning & Organisational Development Business Partner to support the delivery of its People Strategy and wider transformation agenda. This is a key role within the People & Culture team, partnering with stakeholders across the organisation to design and deliver innovative learning, leadership and organisational development initiatives that enhance capability, engagement and performance across the workforce.
Key Responsibilities
- Partner with designated business areas to provide expert L&OD advice and support
- Lead the design and delivery of leadership, learning and organisational development programmes
- Support strategic organisational change initiatives and culture transformation
- Deliver impactful learning interventions, workshops and leadership development activity
- Conduct learning needs analysis and evaluate programme effectiveness
- Develop strong stakeholder relationships across internal and external networks
- Use digital and innovative approaches to enhance learning and engagement
- Support performance management, talent development and coaching initiatives
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring delivery against organisational priorities
About You
You will be a collaborative and solutions-focused OD/L&D professional with experience delivering strategic people initiatives within complex organisations. You should have:
- A degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline
- CIPD Level 5 qualification and Associate CIPD membership
- At least 3 years' experience in an L&D or Organisational Development role
- Experience designing and delivering learning and organisational development interventions
- Strong stakeholder engagement, facilitation and communication skills
- Excellent project management and analytical capability
- Strong digital skills and experience using technology to support learning solutions
- Current valid driving licence or access to transport that enables you to fulfil the job requirements
Why Apply?
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a high-profile transformation agenda within a values-driven public sector organisation, helping to shape leadership capability, organisational culture and workforce development across the Service.
Duration: Temporary initially until October 2026, with potential for extension
Pay: £21.09 per hour
Location: Lisburn
Benefits: Hybrid working, flexi
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Skills: organisational development, HR, learning and development
Learning and OD Business Partner in Lisburn employer: MCS Group
MCS Group is an exceptional employer, offering a unique opportunity to work within the Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service, where you can make a meaningful impact on leadership development and organisational change. With a strong commitment to employee growth, a collaborative work culture, and flexible hybrid working arrangements, MCS Group fosters an environment that values diversity and innovation, ensuring that every team member can thrive and contribute to a transformative agenda.
