Learning and Organisational Development Manager

The Growth Company (GC) is seeking an experienced Learning and Organisational Development Manager to join our HR team.

Reporting to the Chief People Officer (CPO), you will lead the delivery of learning, talent, leadership development and change initiatives that strengthen capability, engagement, and performance across the organisation.

Managing a Learning and Organisational Development team, you will provide leadership, coaching, and support to ensure the successful delivery of key people development programmes and initiatives.

You will foster a collaborative and high-performing culture, enabling your team to deliver high-quality services that support organisational priorities.

You will also support and oversee our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) networks, helping to embed inclusive practices, amplify employee voice, and drive positive cultural change across the organisation.

Working closely with our leaders and stakeholders, you will understand the Corporate Plan and, as part of the HR leadership team drive the People Delivery Plan.

You will provide expert advice and deliver programmes that support organisational effectiveness and help achieve our ambition of becoming a high-performing, values-driven organisation.

Our HR team is passionate about creating an inclusive workplace where people can learn, grow, and thrive.

Through collaboration and a people-centred approach, we help build the culture, leadership, and capability needed to deliver meaningful impact for individuals, businesses, and communities.,

At GC, safeguarding the welfare of all individuals including vulnerable adults and young people is a top priority, and we expect all staff to uphold this standard.

All appointments follow Safer Recruitment Procedures, including a DBS check carried out by Due Diligence Limited (DDC Ltd), at no cost to the successful candidate.

Please note: It is a legal offence to apply for a role involving regulated activity if you are on the Barred List.

We are committed to increasing workforce diversity and offer a guaranteed interview to applicants who meet the essential criteria and either have a disability or are from a diverse ethnic community.

If this applies to you, you can request consideration under this scheme during the application process.

Your request will be shared only with the Hiring Manager and Internal Recruitment Team.

We also aim to make our recruitment process inclusive and accessible.

If you need reasonable adjustments or have any general enquiries at any stage or the recruitment process, please contact or call us on 0161 237 4447.

Examples include: Meeting the hiring manager or touring the venue in advance.

Extra time for tasks.

Interview questions shared beforehand.

Accessibility software or equipment for assessments.

We're proud to support the Ban the Box campaign, which helps people with convictions access job opportunities.

As part of this, we've removed questions about convictions from the initial application stage.

GC is committed to fostering a culture of flexibility and agile working.

Many roles will increasingly support full agile arrangements.

If you require more permanent flexibility, we encourage you to discuss this during your interview so your request can be considered early in the process.

All GC colleagues will work in line with the Health and Safety at work act and the GC Health and Safety Policy.

• Lead the development and delivery of organisational development, culture change and learning initiatives aligned to the Corporate Plan and People Delivery Plan.
• Drive a high-performance culture through talent management, succession planning, leadership development, continuous improvement and inclusive people practices.
• Design and implement learning and development strategies, frameworks and annual plans that support organisational and colleague growth.
• Collaborate with senior leaders, managers and stakeholders to deliver strategic people projects and organisational change programmes.
• Manage Learning Management System (LMS), talent and performance management systems, ensuring they are effectively maintained and optimised.
• Monitor and report on key performance indicators, project outcomes and organisational development activities to support strategic decision-making.
• Lead external accreditations, people standards and best practice initiatives, ensuring continuous improvement across the organisation.
• Manage the Learning and Organisational Development budget, contracts and external partnerships to deliver value for money and high-quality outcomes.
• Credible and influential, with the confidence to engage, support and challenge senior leaders.
• Passionate about fostering a positive, inclusive and high-performing culture.
• Driven by continuous improvement and the delivery of meaningful organisational change.
• Highly organised, with the ability to manage competing priorities while working collaboratively with others.
• An exceptional communicator who can build effective relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Solution-focused, analytical and skilled at identifying practical and effective outcomes.
• Resilient and adaptable, thriving in a fast-paced and evolving environment.
• Committed to personal growth and ongoing professional development., CIPD qualified (Chartered, Graduate Membership or equivalent professional experience).
• Educated to degree level or able to demonstrate equivalent relevant experience.
• Significant experience leading organisational development, learning and development, and change management projects.
• Experience of developing and delivering strategic learning programmes and organisational development interventions.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver outcomes successfully.
• Up-to-date knowledge of employment legislation, organisational development principles and people management best practice.
• Experience of presenting strategic recommendations and influencing senior stakeholders and leadership teams.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce reports, presentations and business cases to a high standard.
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