Head of Workforce Development

Our Human Resources & Organisational Development Division is hiring

We’re entering an exciting new chapter. Following a recent restructure, we’re focused on redefining the way we grow and thrive – together.

We are looking to recruit a Head of Workforce Development to lead this service.

About the role

As the Head of the Council\’s Workforce Development Service, you will be responsible for the design, development and delivery of workforce development activity and intervention which are integral to the successful delivery of ‘Our Greenwich’ corporate plan and its stated missions to improve how the Council works, making sure that Greenwich is an adaptive organisation; enabling it to navigate the challenges it faces while remaining financially sustainable; to work in the most efficient and effective ways possible; to ensure our Council is a great place to work.

The role will lead and manage key strategic plans and projects that support the implementation of the Council’s Organisational and Workforce Development Strategies that help recruit, develop, and retain a diverse workforce with the right skills, are motivated and empowered to deliver high quality services to the residents of Royal Greenwich.

About you

Using your creative skills, you will be able to undertake workforce needs analyses, develop workforce plans, identify creative solutions, commission and deliver a range of workforce development interventions to meet organisational and directorate priorities.

As an effective communicator, both verbal and written, you will be comfortable presenting to senior managers, external partners and providers.

You will have proven project management skills and leadership skills, to effectively allocate and supervise tasks. Be able to manage and motivate project group members to ensure effective performance.

Employee benefits include:

• A range of flexible working arrangements
• Excellent pension scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Learning and development opportunities to maximise your potential, including excellent apprenticeship opportunities at all levels
• Vibrant staff support networks
• GreenwichCard which entitles you to discounts at local businesses
• Payroll giving scheme
• Generous leave entitlement, starting at 29 days per year (plus bank holidays)
• Employee Assistance Scheme including external counselling service

If you’re ready to make a significant impact, apply today. Join us in our mission to improve residents’ lives and opportunities.

For more information, please see attached job documents. When completing your application form, please detail in the supporting statement section how you meet the requirements set out in the Person Specification document.

For an informal discussion about this opportunity, please contact Stephanie Mills or Sanmi Akinlabi; or

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