Learning And Development Specialist

Are you Learning and Development Professional with a passion for excellence and innovation? Reed HR are currently working with a Global Professional Service company who invites you to bring your expertise to their dynamic team.  As a leading global business Professional Service, they are seeking a dedicated Learning and Development Specialist to enhance their talent strategy and contribute to their international success on a 12-month fixed term contract based in the centre of Birmingham.

Salary: £40,000 per annum

Duration: 12 month fixed term contract

Location: Birmingham City Centre

Start date: Available immediately

Hours: 40 hours per week

Hybrid working: 3 days in the office (Anchor days Tuesday & Thursday)

As a Learning and Development Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in leading initiatives and projects that bolster the company’s reputation as a top destination for the world’s most exceptional talent. Your efforts will ensure the company remains at the forefront of developing and retaining the best in the field.

Key Responsibilities:

• Drive the delivery of firm-wide Talent priorities.
• Offer cutting-edge subject matter expertise to support global initiatives.
• Lead Talent Management projects with autonomy, crafting comprehensive plans and strategies.
• Foster robust relationships with HR Business Partner teams to support diverse groups and geographies.
• Serve as a specialist resource for the Centre of Excellence (CoE) leaders.

Specific Duties:

• Oversee the internal senior promotion processes, ensuring diversity and excellence.
• Coordinate leadership development programs, aligning them with the annual talent review.
• Engage with senior stakeholders to refine and enhance the Talent Development processes.

Skills and Experience:

• Proven experience in managing high-profile development processes within a complex, international business.
• Ability to influence and work effectively with senior stakeholders.
• Strong project management skills, with a track record of leading Talent Development projects.
• Excellent communication skills.

Characteristics:

• A background within Professional Services is preferable not essential.
• Experience with developing and coaching senior stakeholders is essential.
• Experience working with third party vendors.
• A strategic thinker with a genuine enthusiasm for Talent Development.
• Capable of building quick, effective relationships and exercising discretion.
• A strategic mindset with experience in international team environments.

If you’re ready to take on this challenge and make a significant impact, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to become a part of a prestigious team and help shape the future of international professional talent.