Job Introduction
Are you passionate about transforming organisational culture through innovative learning and development strategies? Do you have the skills to design and deliver impactful Learning and Development solutions that drive leadership development, diversity, and inclusion? If so, we want to hear from you!
The West of England Mayoral Combined Authority (MCA) is seeking to appoint a Learning & Development Manager to join our Human Resources team.
You will play a critical role in enhancing our workforce capabilities, aligning Learning and Development initiatives with our strategic objectives, and ensuring the growth and success of our teams. Reporting to the Head of HR, you will lead on designing and delivering tailored learning solutions that address workforce gaps, support leadership development, and foster cultural transformation across the organisation.
Key Responsibilities:
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Lead the creation and implementation of an organisation-wide L&D strategy aligned with MCA’s strategic goals.
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Drive leadership development and cultural transformation initiatives, embedding diversity, equity, and inclusion in all learning activities.
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Conduct Learning Needs Analyses (TNA) to identify organisational, team, and individual development needs.
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Manage statutory and compliance training, ensuring relevance, accessibility, and alignment with legal requirements.
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Leverage data insights to evaluate L&D effectiveness and inform strategic workforce planning.
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Lead and develop a dynamic L&D team, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment.
What we’re looking for:
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A strategic visionary with proven experience in creating and delivering impactful L&D strategies.
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Strong leadership and collaboration skills with the ability to work closely with senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams.
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A data-driven decision-maker who can use analytics to assess the impact of L&D initiatives.
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An advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion, with experience embedding these principles in all learning and development programs.
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A manager with experience leading and developing teams, supporting both individual and team growth.
If this is your next role, please apply so you can tell us why you'd be a great fit. Please see the job description for more information.
If you have any questions about the role or would like to have an informal conversation with the hiring manager, please contact Kay Howick, Head of Human Resources and Organisational Development, at kay.howick@westofengland-ca.gov.uk
The interviews are planned for 24th February. Please note this may be subject to change.
The closing date for this role is Wednesday 12th February.
About the Company
Our offer
Alongside the opportunity to lead change, drive strategic initiatives, and make a real difference, we offer an excellent benefits package including:
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26/31 days annual Leave
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A Local Government Pension Scheme (one of the most generous pension schemes in the UK)
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Reduced fare bus travel across the West of England
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Flexible and hybrid working options from day one to ensure you achieve the best work/life balance and career goals. We follow a hybrid working model with 2 or 3 days in the office a week.
We believe in fostering a culture of continuous learning and development, empowering you to thrive in your career. We prioritise your growth and success by providing a diverse range of learning and development opportunities. Our goal is to keep you motivated, equipped with essential skills, and confident in delivering excellent services.
The West of England is an amazing part of the world to live and work. We are based in a new bright and airy office, with all the latest technology, just 10-minute walk from Bristol Temple Meads Train Station.
We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We ensure all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment and particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or citizenship status. We are also proud to have been accredited as a Living Wage Employer and a founding Member of the West of England Good Employment Charter.
If you have an accessibility need, disability, condition or need any additional support that means you might require changes to the application or recruitment process (for example, you might need to submit your application in a different format), please get in touch with our Resourcing Team at Resourcing@westofengland-ca.gov.uk. We are here to assist and accommodate your needs.
We advertise salary ranges for job roles, with new appointments typically starting at the lowest salary point. In exceptional cases, where higher skill levels or experience are applicable, the salary point may be adjusted to secure the best candidate. This approach allows for potential year-on-year salary increases, offering progression and appropriate rewards to employees. Requests for salaries above the maximum advertised range will not be considered.
Please note this vacancy may close early or be extended depending on the number of applications so please don’t wait to apply.
We do not engage with recruitment agencies for this role. Any CVs received from agencies will be considered as unsolicited and the property of the West of England Mayoral Combined Authority, with no obligation to pay agency fees.
