Leadership Development Manager

Leadership Development Manager Warwickshire

Leadership Development Manager 6 month FTC, within FTSE 100 Organisation, 45-55k plus Benefits Package, Based in East Midlands.

Annapurna are working closely with one of our FTSE 100, Global Leaders in search of a Leadership and Capability Development Manager. This role provides a real platform to make a difference within the organisation on an international scale.

The new Leadership and Capability Development Manager will have the following:

Have a strong background with Leadership and Management Development
The ability to plan, profile and implement Leadership best practice throughout an organisation
Strong leadership qualities and ability to work with major stakeholders
Managed large teams
Experienced in developing a high performing organisation with multiple locations
Experience working with a diverse workforce

Annapurna HR Ltd are working as an external agency in relation to this vacancy

Leadership Development Manager 6 month FTC, within FTSE 100 Organisation, 45-55k plus Benefits Package, Based in East Midlands.

LocationWarwickshireSalary£45000 - £55000 per annumReferenceNP3204Contact NameNiall Petchey

Leadership Development Manager 6 month FTC, within FTSE 100 Organisation, 45-55k plus Benefits Package, Based in East Midlands.

Annapurna are working closely with one of our FTSE 100, Global Leaders in search of a Leadership and Capability Development Manager. This role provides a real platform to make a difference within the organisation on an international scale.

The new Leadership and Capability Development Manager will have the following:

Have a strong background with Leadership and Management Development
The ability to plan, profile and implement Leadership best practice throughout an organisation
Strong leadership qualities and ability to work with major stakeholders
Managed large teams
Experienced in developing a high performing organisation with multiple locations
Experience working with a diverse workforce

Annapurna HR Ltd are working as an external agency in relation to this vacancy

Leadership Development Manager 6 month FTC, within FTSE 100 Organisation, 45-55k plus Benefits Package, Based in East Midlands.

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Management Development Specialist

Management Development Specialist Hull, East Riding of Yorkshire with some UK travel

Support and deliver the Learning & Development strategy for Arco, the UK leader in corporate work wear.

At Arco, our mission is to keep people safe at work. Our fourth generation, family-owned business has a turnover in excess of £265m. With 22,000 products, 41 branches and 1,500 employees, we are the UK’s leading supplier of safety clothing, corporate work wear and Health & Safety and maintenance products. We create a great workplace by recruiting the best talent and developing individuals by applying best-in-class learning interventions to achieve the highest possible business performance. Our vision is to be the UK’s leading B2B business for customer service.

As a Management Development Specialist you will partner business stakeholders and HR Business Partners to ensure that the best development solutions are in place across the whole Arco Group so that we can identify the potential in each manager and maximise their capability to deliver future business performance and growth.

You will:

• Develop bespoke and group-wide development solutions to equip all our people managers to lead, inspire, engage and motivate their teams
• Maintain an comprehensive overview of the business management population and the development support available to it
• Conduct coaching and feedback, briefings and evaluations
• Support the business with a clear understanding and consistent application of performance review processes and personal development plans

To succeed in this strategically important Management Development role, you will need to have experience of designing management development programmes and must be a competent coach, facilitator and psychometric practitioner (i.e. MBTI I&II, Wave, Insights, Hogan).

As a Management Development Specialist, you must also have:

• CIPD or equivalent qualifications
• Experience of design, delivery and evaluation of management development solutions in a matrix organisation
• Commercial acumen and robust understanding of other business functions including Finance, Supply Chain, and Sales & Marketing
• Strong planning and organising skills

You’ll need a full, current UK driving licence as you will be required to travel to various sites as part of this Management Development role.

If we’ve just described you and your aspirations, to apply for the Learning and Development Specialist role please forward a full CV and covering letter to Online Resourcing by clicking the APPLY button below.

Reference number: OR7281

Please note: unlike a traditional recruitment agency, we guarantee that your application will be viewed by Arco. Ours is a non-consultancy service managing online applications on their behalf.

LocationHull, East Riding of Yorkshire with some UK travelSalarySalary £32,000-£36,000 + car, bonus + comprehensive benefitsDurationPermanent full timeReferenceOR7281Contact NameN/A

Support and deliver the Learning & Development strategy for Arco, the UK leader in corporate work wear.

At Arco, our mission is to keep people safe at work. Our fourth generation, family-owned business has a turnover in excess of £265m. With 22,000 products, 41 branches and 1,500 employees, we are the UK’s leading supplier of safety clothing, corporate work wear and Health & Safety and maintenance products. We create a great workplace by recruiting the best talent and developing individuals by applying best-in-class learning interventions to achieve the highest possible business performance. Our vision is to be the UK’s leading B2B business for customer service.

As a Management Development Specialist you will partner business stakeholders and HR Business Partners to ensure that the best development solutions are in place across the whole Arco Group so that we can identify the potential in each manager and maximise their capability to deliver future business performance and growth.

You will:

• Develop bespoke and group-wide development solutions to equip all our people managers to lead, inspire, engage and motivate their teams
• Maintain an comprehensive overview of the business management population and the development support available to it
• Conduct coaching and feedback, briefings and evaluations
• Support the business with a clear understanding and consistent application of performance review processes and personal development plans

To succeed in this strategically important Management Development role, you will need to have experience of designing management development programmes and must be a competent coach, facilitator and psychometric practitioner (i.e. MBTI I&II, Wave, Insights, Hogan).

As a Management Development Specialist, you must also have:

• CIPD or equivalent qualifications
• Experience of design, delivery and evaluation of management development solutions in a matrix organisation
• Commercial acumen and robust understanding of other business functions including Finance, Supply Chain, and Sales & Marketing
• Strong planning and organising skills

You’ll need a full, current UK driving licence as you will be required to travel to various sites as part of this Management Development role.

If we’ve just described you and your aspirations, to apply for the Learning and Development Specialist role please forward a full CV and covering letter to Online Resourcing by clicking the APPLY button below.

Reference number: OR7281

Please note: unlike a traditional recruitment agency, we guarantee that your application will be viewed by Arco. Ours is a non-consultancy service managing online applications on their behalf.

Apply now

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Training & Development Assistant- Law Firm- City

Training & Development Assistant- Law Firm- City London

My client has an amazing new exciting opportunity for a Training & Development Assistant to work in an international law firm who are highly regarded as one of the best in providing legal advice to its clients worldwide and has been recently awarded for its level of expertise and quality of advice, placing it amongst the top 10 law firms in the city. They have many offices around the globe in Asia, Europe and the Middle East and you will have an opportunity to work in its largest office based in the heartbeat of the business district in the city, with tourist attraction buildings like the 'Gherkin', 'Cheese grater' and Bishopsgate Tower in close proximity. You will be supporting the Head of Training and Development, who has many years of experience and knowledge therefore there is no one better who could be your biggest supporter and mentor.

Key responsibilities

Scheduling of training workshops including liaison with internal and external trainersWorking with firms to book trainees on to courses; securing dates; managing & tracking attendance; booking and meeting trainers; arranging materials & catering; advertising programmes; completing certificates for attendees; diary management.Creating and generating reports from the database; extracting key management dataSetting up new development programmes and related training workshopsManaging course bookings and tracking attendance; developing the use of the databaseInvolvement and assistance in a project with the wider team on a new firmwide HR and T&D systemDistributing the T&D programme to all London fee earners; working with the team to increase the accessibility of training and booking process/advertisingInvolvement in the Firmwide appraisal process with the HR teamPotential involvement in other Firmwide training activity/roll outs on areas such as compliance, risk and other initiatives or other needs as they arise

Key knowledge and skills:

Excellent administrative, organisational, planning and coordination skills - able to plan, prioritise, respond and adapt proactively to changing deadlines and demandsProactive in managing own and others' time, diaries and calendarsStrong accuracy and eye for detailExcellent verbal and written communication skills - articulate and able to communicate with all levels and via different mediaExcellent IT Skills - Word, PowerPoint, Excel and database useProactive manner and approach to all work and communicationCan-do, positive and professional attitudeApproachable and able to build rapport quickly with all levels of staff across the firmProfessional, confident and resilientAble to work as part of a teamAbility to use own initiative, review working practices and come up with fresh ideasMotivated by and interested in people and the HR & Training agendaOverall able to provide a high level of service to the team and our internal clients

Experience/ Qualifications

May be part or fully CIPD qualified - or have a longer term interest in becoming so

Proven track record and experience (or very strong potential) within an administrative role to include the following.

Diary management and schedulingEvent planning and coordinationDatabase management and use of multiple IT systemsManagement of multiple tasks and projectsLocationLondonSalary£30000 negotiableReferenceContact NameTB

My client has an amazing new exciting opportunity for a Training & Development Assistant to work in an international law firm who are highly regarded as one of the best in providing legal advice to its clients worldwide and has been recently awarded for its level of expertise and quality of advice, placing it amongst the top 10 law firms in the city. They have many offices around the globe in Asia, Europe and the Middle East and you will have an opportunity to work in its largest office based in the heartbeat of the business district in the city, with tourist attraction buildings like the 'Gherkin', 'Cheese grater' and Bishopsgate Tower in close proximity. You will be supporting the Head of Training and Development, who has many years of experience and knowledge therefore there is no one better who could be your biggest supporter and mentor.

Key responsibilities

Scheduling of training workshops including liaison with internal and external trainersWorking with firms to book trainees on to courses; securing dates; managing & tracking attendance; booking and meeting trainers; arranging materials & catering; advertising programmes; completing certificates for attendees; diary management.Creating and generating reports from the database; extracting key management dataSetting up new development programmes and related training workshopsManaging course bookings and tracking attendance; developing the use of the databaseInvolvement and assistance in a project with the wider team on a new firmwide HR and T&D systemDistributing the T&D programme to all London fee earners; working with the team to increase the accessibility of training and booking process/advertisingInvolvement in the Firmwide appraisal process with the HR teamPotential involvement in other Firmwide training activity/roll outs on areas such as compliance, risk and other initiatives or other needs as they arise

Key knowledge and skills:

Excellent administrative, organisational, planning and coordination skills - able to plan, prioritise, respond and adapt proactively to changing deadlines and demandsProactive in managing own and others' time, diaries and calendarsStrong accuracy and eye for detailExcellent verbal and written communication skills - articulate and able to communicate with all levels and via different mediaExcellent IT Skills - Word, PowerPoint, Excel and database useProactive manner and approach to all work and communicationCan-do, positive and professional attitudeApproachable and able to build rapport quickly with all levels of staff across the firmProfessional, confident and resilientAble to work as part of a teamAbility to use own initiative, review working practices and come up with fresh ideasMotivated by and interested in people and the HR & Training agendaOverall able to provide a high level of service to the team and our internal clients

Experience/ Qualifications

May be part or fully CIPD qualified - or have a longer term interest in becoming so

Proven track record and experience (or very strong potential) within an administrative role to include the following.

Diary management and schedulingEvent planning and coordinationDatabase management and use of multiple IT systemsManagement of multiple tasks and projects

Apply now

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Learning & Development Innovation Manager

Learning & Development Innovation Manager Slough, Berkshire SL2 5DS (Occasional travel to UK sites & Amsterdam (Corporate Head Office)

With extensive experience of best practice L&D delivery solutions, you are ready to develop your career in a business that will encourage your insight and input, welcome your ideas and act on them. That business is AkzoNobel. Home to the Dulux Super Brand and world class products including Sikkens, Cuprinol and Polycell, we are looking for a senior level L&D professional to lead and manage the deployment of our UK L&D strategy. This is a high profile role within our business, part of a new global L&D operating model combining global aligned programs with local bespoke initiatives.
We operate in a number of important market segments ranging from buildings and infrastructure to transport, industrial and consumer goods. We’re also the sector leader in sustainability and number one in the renowned Dow Jones Sustainability Index. We are also named amongst the Top Employers in the UK.  You can’t make a great impact like this without having great people. We want to be the best – to use our leading market positions to deliver a leading performance – and for that, we need the best.  Is that you?
As the L&D Innovation Manager for all UK businesses you will be the Subject Matter Expert for Learning Delivery Solutions or Architectures.  Working with senior stakeholders you will introduce new approaches that enhance learning transfer, build engagement and maximise impact.  You will be a key change agent towards creating a new learning culture.  You will also be key contributor to the global L&D innovation agenda and partner with local L&D/HR senior teams to identify potential areas of improvement and drive through implementation.  You will also lead the selection of 3rd party learning partners to ensure global and local programs are successfully delivered.

Degree qualified (or equivalent experience) you will possess proven high level experience in L&D strategy at senior level.  You will have expert knowledge of industry leading best practice L&D delivery solutions and latest thinking on sharepoint learner portals, rich media scenarios, interactive gaming, social media, mobile and learner communities. Ideally a CIPD (or equivalent) member with a recognised coaching qualification would be an advantage. You will be commercially astute, results focussed and a team player.  You will be effective at analysing needs and devising cohesive solutions, great at motivating and engaging diverse audiences and be a skilled influencer.

At AkzoNobel, we believe we can only grow our business as fast as we grow our people, so if you want to be L&D Innovation Manager in a business that will invest in you and give you the opportunity to develop please apply below.

AkzoNobel. Where your ideas go far.

LocationSlough, Berkshire SL2 5DS (Occasional travel to UK sites & Amsterdam (Corporate Head Office)SalaryCompetitive Salary & Benefits - up to 10% company bonus, 25 days annual leave, pension, BUPA health insurance, 50% discount on our products.DurationPermanent full timeReference1400063AContact NameN/A

With extensive experience of best practice L&D delivery solutions, you are ready to develop your career in a business that will encourage your insight and input, welcome your ideas and act on them. That business is AkzoNobel. Home to the Dulux Super Brand and world class products including Sikkens, Cuprinol and Polycell, we are looking for a senior level L&D professional to lead and manage the deployment of our UK L&D strategy. This is a high profile role within our business, part of a new global L&D operating model combining global aligned programs with local bespoke initiatives.
We operate in a number of important market segments ranging from buildings and infrastructure to transport, industrial and consumer goods. We’re also the sector leader in sustainability and number one in the renowned Dow Jones Sustainability Index. We are also named amongst the Top Employers in the UK.  You can’t make a great impact like this without having great people. We want to be the best – to use our leading market positions to deliver a leading performance – and for that, we need the best.  Is that you?
As the L&D Innovation Manager for all UK businesses you will be the Subject Matter Expert for Learning Delivery Solutions or Architectures.  Working with senior stakeholders you will introduce new approaches that enhance learning transfer, build engagement and maximise impact.  You will be a key change agent towards creating a new learning culture.  You will also be key contributor to the global L&D innovation agenda and partner with local L&D/HR senior teams to identify potential areas of improvement and drive through implementation.  You will also lead the selection of 3rd party learning partners to ensure global and local programs are successfully delivered.

Degree qualified (or equivalent experience) you will possess proven high level experience in L&D strategy at senior level.  You will have expert knowledge of industry leading best practice L&D delivery solutions and latest thinking on sharepoint learner portals, rich media scenarios, interactive gaming, social media, mobile and learner communities. Ideally a CIPD (or equivalent) member with a recognised coaching qualification would be an advantage. You will be commercially astute, results focussed and a team player.  You will be effective at analysing needs and devising cohesive solutions, great at motivating and engaging diverse audiences and be a skilled influencer.

At AkzoNobel, we believe we can only grow our business as fast as we grow our people, so if you want to be L&D Innovation Manager in a business that will invest in you and give you the opportunity to develop please apply below.

AkzoNobel. Where your ideas go far.

Apply now

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Talent & Development Manager

Talent & Development Manager City of London

The specific populations and programmes that the job holder is responsible for is subject to change over time as priorities evolve and work split is agreed between the team. At the current time, the planned main focus is on global support staff (which includes support, legal PAs and PSL populations) and supporting other members of the team on facilitation, delivery and observations. The firm is continually reviewing its T&D offering and part of your role will be initiate reviews and refreshes of the programmes that we currently have and/or that we should have, for example moving towards a more blended learning approach using e-learning tools.

The role involves advising colleagues about the programmes and development issues more generally and working closely with the business on bespoke learning required which falls outside of the standard programmes and learning. There is also ad-hoc and project work to contribute to and responsibility for reporting.

Role and responsibilities

To work closely with the business to define training needs and the content of core programmes and to propose and agree overall approach to support development globally. Key stakeholders include:

Global Directors and Heads

Support Faculty Group

HR colleagues globally

To ensure that programmes have defined learning objectives, that the style and structure of sessions and the flow of learning appropriately meets these, that programmes employ up to date and effective techniques including e-learning and that a blended approach maximises learning

To build and manage relationships across the global network with key stakeholders and line colleagues to ensure that needs are understood and to cover key information on learning, programmes and new developments. This is to build understanding of how learning supports development in a broader context and ensure training is delivering high quality skill development

To add to, refresh and update learning as necessary to ensure continuous improvement and to reflect changing priorities and in response to feedback

To project manage the delivery of programmes, managing the relationship with relevant members of the Training Events team to ensure the effective organisation, delivery and follow up of all programmes

To identify and select training providers who have expertise that meets the particular requirements of a programme(s). To manage our on-going relationships with training providers to ensure they are providing the highest quality of training

To work with internal experts to develop content and/or run sessions on programmes

To create and maintain key documents, frameworks, materials and intranet sites as required. To manage key systems, intranet and databases that support consistent global standards of delivery of training and compliance

To deliver value for money on all programmes - and set and manage the budget to achieve this. To match demand to supply and ensure the appropriate number of programmes are delivered where and when required

To work closely with the business on bespoke learning needs for specific groups of people, teams, departments or office, often with a need to handle sensitive and confidential information.

To design and deliver workshops on a bespoke/ad-hoc basis, for example around performance management. This includes conducting 1:1 or team MBTI sessions

To present to management teams or departments on current initiatives or deliver best practice, for example embedding learning tools

To facilitate and/or observe on various associate programmes

Who we are looking for

Candidates must have previous T&D experience and a track record of working to design and implement successful development programmes and be experienced in delivering skills training programmes.

LocationCity of LondonSalary£60000 - £65000 per annumDuration12 monthsReference20364/001Contact NameMarie Bliss

The specific populations and programmes that the job holder is responsible for is subject to change over time as priorities evolve and work split is agreed between the team. At the current time, the planned main focus is on global support staff (which includes support, legal PAs and PSL populations) and supporting other members of the team on facilitation, delivery and observations. The firm is continually reviewing its T&D offering and part of your role will be initiate reviews and refreshes of the programmes that we currently have and/or that we should have, for example moving towards a more blended learning approach using e-learning tools.

The role involves advising colleagues about the programmes and development issues more generally and working closely with the business on bespoke learning required which falls outside of the standard programmes and learning. There is also ad-hoc and project work to contribute to and responsibility for reporting.

Role and responsibilities

To work closely with the business to define training needs and the content of core programmes and to propose and agree overall approach to support development globally. Key stakeholders include:

Global Directors and Heads

Support Faculty Group

HR colleagues globally

To ensure that programmes have defined learning objectives, that the style and structure of sessions and the flow of learning appropriately meets these, that programmes employ up to date and effective techniques including e-learning and that a blended approach maximises learning

To build and manage relationships across the global network with key stakeholders and line colleagues to ensure that needs are understood and to cover key information on learning, programmes and new developments. This is to build understanding of how learning supports development in a broader context and ensure training is delivering high quality skill development

To add to, refresh and update learning as necessary to ensure continuous improvement and to reflect changing priorities and in response to feedback

To project manage the delivery of programmes, managing the relationship with relevant members of the Training Events team to ensure the effective organisation, delivery and follow up of all programmes

To identify and select training providers who have expertise that meets the particular requirements of a programme(s). To manage our on-going relationships with training providers to ensure they are providing the highest quality of training

To work with internal experts to develop content and/or run sessions on programmes

To create and maintain key documents, frameworks, materials and intranet sites as required. To manage key systems, intranet and databases that support consistent global standards of delivery of training and compliance

To deliver value for money on all programmes - and set and manage the budget to achieve this. To match demand to supply and ensure the appropriate number of programmes are delivered where and when required

To work closely with the business on bespoke learning needs for specific groups of people, teams, departments or office, often with a need to handle sensitive and confidential information.

To design and deliver workshops on a bespoke/ad-hoc basis, for example around performance management. This includes conducting 1:1 or team MBTI sessions

To present to management teams or departments on current initiatives or deliver best practice, for example embedding learning tools

To facilitate and/or observe on various associate programmes

Who we are looking for

Candidates must have previous T&D experience and a track record of working to design and implement successful development programmes and be experienced in delivering skills training programmes.

Apply now

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Leadership & Development Specialist

Leadership & Development Specialist Holborn, London

As a Metro Bank University Leadership and Development Specialist you will be responsible for creating  and delivering learning pathways, programmes and interventions that  develop the capability of middle and senior leaders across Metro Bank. This will include:

Inspiring colleagues by designing and delivering high energy, high quality, classroom and 1:1 training to create and sustain a culture of creating FANS internally and externallyLeading the design and delivery of Leadership Development Programmes in close consultation with colleagues at all levelsEvaluating the effectiveness of training to ensure business requirements are met, providing return on investment and identifying and rectifying any shortfallsProvide effective 1:1 coaching for high potential and future leaders across Metro Bank

If you have the following experience please formally apply (and remember to upload your CV along with your application):

Strong track record managing all stages of the learning and development cycle: Design, Delivery and Evaluation.Significant leadership development experienceExcellent personal organisation with the ability to priorities a demanding schedule of workAbility to positively influence through written and face to face communicationStrong stakeholder management with a focus on building internal Customer relationshipsLocationHolborn, LondonSalaryCompetitive salary plus benefitsReferenceMBLDSContact NameRecruitment

As a Metro Bank University Leadership and Development Specialist you will be responsible for creating  and delivering learning pathways, programmes and interventions that  develop the capability of middle and senior leaders across Metro Bank. This will include:

Inspiring colleagues by designing and delivering high energy, high quality, classroom and 1:1 training to create and sustain a culture of creating FANS internally and externallyLeading the design and delivery of Leadership Development Programmes in close consultation with colleagues at all levelsEvaluating the effectiveness of training to ensure business requirements are met, providing return on investment and identifying and rectifying any shortfallsProvide effective 1:1 coaching for high potential and future leaders across Metro Bank

If you have the following experience please formally apply (and remember to upload your CV along with your application):

Strong track record managing all stages of the learning and development cycle: Design, Delivery and Evaluation.Significant leadership development experienceExcellent personal organisation with the ability to priorities a demanding schedule of workAbility to positively influence through written and face to face communicationStrong stakeholder management with a focus on building internal Customer relationships

Apply now

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Workforce Development Trainer (Management)

Workforce Development Trainer (Management) Westwood, Coventry + travel Network Rail’s on a mission to deliver a better railway for Britain. Key to our success however, is having an engaged workforce that’s motivated to deliver excellence. Our Professional Development & Training team plays its part by providing training, learning opportunities and the support with people development that helps us deliver our objectives. Their Frontline Leadership portfolio offers experiential, facilitated learning, rather than the traditional classroom variety. It also includes complete development programmes, shorter courses and modules as well as encouragement and support to sustain learning back in the workplace. It’s here that we need your training expertise.

Your challenge? To assist with the design and development of leadership and management (L&M) programmes in support of our strategic business requirement for a cohort of frontline managers with high leadership capability. You’ll also deliver L&M training to a range of target groups as specified by an annual training plan. Your audience will largely be made up of team leaders, supervisors, section managers and other first-line managers. Some work on, or with, the infrastructure on a daily basis and some are in predominantly office based. The one thing they have in common is all of them are pivotal to the delivery a better railway. Join us, and you could be too.

You’ll need a Training or Teaching qualification (e.g CIPD, DTLLS) and proven experience of successfully delivering corporate level leadership and management training. We’ll also be looking for an engaging style of delivery, a well-organised approach and a flair for planning. Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team are also essential. Any experience of working in a complex change-oriented environment with multiple stakeholders or involvement in earning programme design and development would be a plus, although neither are must haves.

To apply, please click on the apply button to visit our website.

Closing date: 2 November 2014

Network Rail welcomes applications from a diverse range of candidates regardless of background, disability or gender and is committed to interviewing all applicants who declare a disability and meet the essential criteria advertised. We are striving to achieve the ‘two ticks’ disability symbol and to create a workforce as diverse as the communities we serve.

LocationWestwood, Coventry + travelSalaryUp to £35,000 plus benefitsReferenceIRC952775Contact NameRecruitmentNetwork Rail’s on a mission to deliver a better railway for Britain. Key to our success however, is having an engaged workforce that’s motivated to deliver excellence. Our Professional Development & Training team plays its part by providing training, learning opportunities and the support with people development that helps us deliver our objectives. Their Frontline Leadership portfolio offers experiential, facilitated learning, rather than the traditional classroom variety. It also includes complete development programmes, shorter courses and modules as well as encouragement and support to sustain learning back in the workplace. It’s here that we need your training expertise.

Your challenge? To assist with the design and development of leadership and management (L&M) programmes in support of our strategic business requirement for a cohort of frontline managers with high leadership capability. You’ll also deliver L&M training to a range of target groups as specified by an annual training plan. Your audience will largely be made up of team leaders, supervisors, section managers and other first-line managers. Some work on, or with, the infrastructure on a daily basis and some are in predominantly office based. The one thing they have in common is all of them are pivotal to the delivery a better railway. Join us, and you could be too.

You’ll need a Training or Teaching qualification (e.g CIPD, DTLLS) and proven experience of successfully delivering corporate level leadership and management training. We’ll also be looking for an engaging style of delivery, a well-organised approach and a flair for planning. Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team are also essential. Any experience of working in a complex change-oriented environment with multiple stakeholders or involvement in earning programme design and development would be a plus, although neither are must haves.

To apply, please click on the apply button to visit our website.

Closing date: 2 November 2014

Network Rail welcomes applications from a diverse range of candidates regardless of background, disability or gender and is committed to interviewing all applicants who declare a disability and meet the essential criteria advertised. We are striving to achieve the ‘two ticks’ disability symbol and to create a workforce as diverse as the communities we serve.

Apply now

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Training and Development Manager

Summary

A Training and Development manager is required for a boutique law firm based in Central London. An experienced Training and Development professional is required to lead the training function.

Client Details

My client are a global professional services firm based in London who have been operation for over 175 years. My client has a robust reputation in implementing an intellectual approach to law, as well as understanding the dynamic demands of business. The firm has an extensive network of independent law firms in other jurisdictions with which it has maintained long, collaborative relationships, thereby enabling it to support the needs of its clients around the globe.

Description

Responsible for organising and managing training and development activities and initiatives across the firm in accordance with the Business strategy. This includes:

- Fee-earner Training
Identifying topics and organising a rolling programme of fee-earner training that meets the needs of the Firm and SRA requirements. Activities include: Training Co-ordinator meetings, Inn Group Member, Inn Group IP Programme, First Year Trainee Training, NQ Induction. Organising, Training Regulations, Soft Skills Training, Development Reviews, Practice Group Seminars and Webinars.

- Business Services Training
Providing training to members of Business Services. Activities include: Soft Skills Training, Development Reviews and Ad hoc Requests.

a)Working as required with the Head of HR and / or the Partner responsible for Training in order to formulate, articulate and then deliver the training strategy for the firm together with the annual training plan for both fee-earning and Business support staff.

b)Identifying the most appropriate person(s) to deliver training (e.g. fee-earner, external Counsel or commercial training provider).

c)Ensuring training taking place within the firm runs smoothly (for example, ensuring appropriate meeting rooms are booked and notice is given to relevant potential participants of upcoming courses) and appropriate records kept.

d)Managing the Firm's training budget annually and negotiating fees with external providers.

e)Providing information as part of the firm-wide induction programme to new joiners on the training available within the firm and how this is organised.

f)Well-being Seminars. Identifying topics and organising an annual programme of three well-being seminars open to all staff.

g)Mentoring Programme. Working with the Associate Mentor co-ordinator to ensure that all mentors have appropriate training.

Profile

The person undertaking this role will have ideally previously worked as a lawyer or have solid experience of implementing (managing) the legal training programmes within a commercial legal practice. This will assist in: ensuring full compliance with all SRA (or other relevant bodies') training and development requirements; identifying topics for future training events; and arranging sessions in response to suggestions from the internal training co-ordinators. It will also be helpful when tailoring soft skills courses for fee-earning staff.

Necessary skills and attributes
*Strong academic background
*Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
*Motivated, pro-active and a self-starter
*Natural, down-to-earth, confident, at ease with people. Able to work and influence effectively across all levels of the firm
*Team focused and collaborative
*Articulate with good written and oral skills
*Enthusiastic
*Able to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
*Able to manage budgets
*Self sufficient and self reliant with strong IT skills

Job Offer

£50000 - £60000+ benefits

Apply now

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Training & Development Manager

Training & Development Manager London

Training & Development Manager, 40-50k plus benefits, based within Central London.

Annapurna HR Ltd, is proud to be working with this ever growing retailer in the search for their Training & Development Manager. Offering a starting salary of 40-50k plus additional bens, this role is based within central London and offers a fantastic opportunity to have a significant impact on the business through the design and delivery of strategic L&D initiatives throughout the business.

The candidate:

Previous experience in the design and delivery of interventions to meet business needs
Knowledge and experience in the delivery of formal and informal interventions


Previous experience in stakeholder management

The role:

To work with the Head of L&D in the design and roll out of the UK Learning Strategy
Have a key focus on the instalment of Management Development programs
To work effectively throughout the business to understand divisional requirements and design strategic programmes to meet these divisional needs.
To support the wider learning and talent management team to deliver key strategic priorities

Annapurna Recruitment are acting as an external recruitment agency in regards to this role

Training & Development Manager, 40-50k plus benefits, based within Central London.

LocationLondonSalary£40000 - £50000 per annumReferenceNP3105Contact NameNiall Petchey

Training & Development Manager, 40-50k plus benefits, based within Central London.

Annapurna HR Ltd, is proud to be working with this ever growing retailer in the search for their Training & Development Manager. Offering a starting salary of 40-50k plus additional bens, this role is based within central London and offers a fantastic opportunity to have a significant impact on the business through the design and delivery of strategic L&D initiatives throughout the business.

The candidate:

Previous experience in the design and delivery of interventions to meet business needs
Knowledge and experience in the delivery of formal and informal interventions


Previous experience in stakeholder management

The role:

To work with the Head of L&D in the design and roll out of the UK Learning Strategy
Have a key focus on the instalment of Management Development programs
To work effectively throughout the business to understand divisional requirements and design strategic programmes to meet these divisional needs.
To support the wider learning and talent management team to deliver key strategic priorities

Annapurna Recruitment are acting as an external recruitment agency in regards to this role

Training & Development Manager, 40-50k plus benefits, based within Central London.

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Training Development and Assurance Manager

Training Development and Assurance Manager London

An exciting role within the Skills and Development team, where you will be responsible for leading the Product Development and Assurance Team, a specialist design function which delivers quality training/design, leading on innovative solutions to respond to the ever changing operational environment.

You will ensure your team delivers an outstanding training design and Operational Management training service to the business which meets its operational and legislative requirements. The ideal candidate would possess extensive training design experience with the ability to lead change and drive innovation.

Key Accountabilities

Leading a specialist design function to deliver quality training/design, leading on innovative solutions to respond to the ever changing operational environment.Lead the design function that benchmarks against industry leaders, ensuring that it is fit for purpose and takes into consideration the changing operating environment.Continuously evaluate the current design training portfolio, identify gaps and come up with innovative solutions to bridge gaps.Work closely and collaboratively with the COO organisation to accurately forecast demand for training. Ensure that Major Projects /Line Upgrades strategies are scoped in a timely manner to fully support the changes with the business through the provision of any training designand training interventions required. Devise and implement plans to meet these demands.Influence/challenge business requirements so that they are cost effective, efficient and meet the requirements of the business.Partner with the business to ensure that training design and Operational Management training is meeting and exceeding the expectations for the timely, efficient provision of learning interventions. Understand the requirements of the training delivery areas and adapt the portfolio to meet their requirements.Work closely and collaboratively with your peers in Training and with the reporting team to collate information for training utilisation, resource allocation and glide path for recovery. As custodian of the training portfolio monitor and evaluate its effectiveness ensuring its fitness for purpose.Set the frameworks required for designing/ delivering training to ensure a standardised approach is adopted across COO. Review requirements of business, prioritise and come up with cost effective solutions that gives value for money.Work in collaboration with the Training Designer Manager and Operational Manager to ensure training is designed and delivered to budget, timescales and meets business expectations. Evaluate effectiveness of training to ensure that it meets business expectations.Determine procurement strategies (when required) and any financial commitments for the department. Manage budgetary spend, revenue streams and key performance indices, providing regular analyses for internal and external stakeholders.

Skills, Knowledge and Experience

To apply for this role, please submit an up to date copy of your CV and cover letter. Please think carefully about the skills, knowledge and experience requirements outlined below and ensure your CV and cover letter reflects the requirements of the role you are applying for.

Skills

Ability to utilise knowledge of TfL/external processes to determine the most effective learning intervention for the business.High analytical and financial awareness to enable business critical decisions to be made effectively.Ability to interpret and challenge business proposals to provide the business with the best solution to meet the business requirement.High level of business acumen and commercial awareness – an understanding of the market..Strong consulting, relationship management and leadership skills.Strong influencing and negotiating skills.Maintaining team ‘business as usual’ productivity whilst managing internal change.

Knowledge

Professional qualification in a relevant subject (EG Business or Finance).Subject matter expert in the area of training development and delivery.Knowledge of the theory of learning and development in the workplace.In depth knowledge of HR, Procurement and Finance procedures.In depth knowledge of LU business structures, processes and culture.Knowledge of change management techniques.Knowledge of Health & Safety and Employment legislation.

Experience

Proven experience of designing and delivering training in a large complex organisation.Leading teams through change.Proven experience of leading a design/training delivery team.Working in a highly unionised environment.Negotiating with key stakeholders in the business and suppliers.Managing diverse teams in both project and line management environments.Leading communications activity.Providing an internal consultant role.

Additional Information

Salary: circa £70,000

Excellent benefits include:

- 30 days annual leave

- Final salary pension scheme

- Free oystercard for yourself and a nominee

- Private medical benefit

- 75% reimbursement on annual rail ticket

The closing date for applications is Sunday 15 February @ 23:59

LocationLondonSalarycirca £70,000Reference012947Contact NameRecruitment

An exciting role within the Skills and Development team, where you will be responsible for leading the Product Development and Assurance Team, a specialist design function which delivers quality training/design, leading on innovative solutions to respond to the ever changing operational environment.

You will ensure your team delivers an outstanding training design and Operational Management training service to the business which meets its operational and legislative requirements. The ideal candidate would possess extensive training design experience with the ability to lead change and drive innovation.

Key Accountabilities

Leading a specialist design function to deliver quality training/design, leading on innovative solutions to respond to the ever changing operational environment.Lead the design function that benchmarks against industry leaders, ensuring that it is fit for purpose and takes into consideration the changing operating environment.Continuously evaluate the current design training portfolio, identify gaps and come up with innovative solutions to bridge gaps.Work closely and collaboratively with the COO organisation to accurately forecast demand for training. Ensure that Major Projects /Line Upgrades strategies are scoped in a timely manner to fully support the changes with the business through the provision of any training designand training interventions required. Devise and implement plans to meet these demands.Influence/challenge business requirements so that they are cost effective, efficient and meet the requirements of the business.Partner with the business to ensure that training design and Operational Management training is meeting and exceeding the expectations for the timely, efficient provision of learning interventions. Understand the requirements of the training delivery areas and adapt the portfolio to meet their requirements.Work closely and collaboratively with your peers in Training and with the reporting team to collate information for training utilisation, resource allocation and glide path for recovery. As custodian of the training portfolio monitor and evaluate its effectiveness ensuring its fitness for purpose.Set the frameworks required for designing/ delivering training to ensure a standardised approach is adopted across COO. Review requirements of business, prioritise and come up with cost effective solutions that gives value for money.Work in collaboration with the Training Designer Manager and Operational Manager to ensure training is designed and delivered to budget, timescales and meets business expectations. Evaluate effectiveness of training to ensure that it meets business expectations.Determine procurement strategies (when required) and any financial commitments for the department. Manage budgetary spend, revenue streams and key performance indices, providing regular analyses for internal and external stakeholders.

Skills, Knowledge and Experience

To apply for this role, please submit an up to date copy of your CV and cover letter. Please think carefully about the skills, knowledge and experience requirements outlined below and ensure your CV and cover letter reflects the requirements of the role you are applying for.

Skills

Ability to utilise knowledge of TfL/external processes to determine the most effective learning intervention for the business.High analytical and financial awareness to enable business critical decisions to be made effectively.Ability to interpret and challenge business proposals to provide the business with the best solution to meet the business requirement.High level of business acumen and commercial awareness – an understanding of the market..Strong consulting, relationship management and leadership skills.Strong influencing and negotiating skills.Maintaining team ‘business as usual’ productivity whilst managing internal change.

Knowledge

Professional qualification in a relevant subject (EG Business or Finance).Subject matter expert in the area of training development and delivery.Knowledge of the theory of learning and development in the workplace.In depth knowledge of HR, Procurement and Finance procedures.In depth knowledge of LU business structures, processes and culture.Knowledge of change management techniques.Knowledge of Health & Safety and Employment legislation.

Experience

Proven experience of designing and delivering training in a large complex organisation.Leading teams through change.Proven experience of leading a design/training delivery team.Working in a highly unionised environment.Negotiating with key stakeholders in the business and suppliers.Managing diverse teams in both project and line management environments.Leading communications activity.Providing an internal consultant role.

Additional Information

Salary: circa £70,000

Excellent benefits include:

- 30 days annual leave

- Final salary pension scheme

- Free oystercard for yourself and a nominee

- Private medical benefit

- 75% reimbursement on annual rail ticket

The closing date for applications is Sunday 15 February @ 23:59

Apply now

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Management Development Trainer

Management Development Trainer Derby We are currently recruiting for a Management Development Trainer on behalf of a leading organisation based in Derby. The role is for a fixed-term contract for a duration of 6 months. You will build successful working partnerships with both internal clients and external organisations and suppliers when preparing and implementing detailed business cases for any new proposals. Accountabilities: Implement, co-ordinate, manage and plan all training activity and available resource for the provision of contracted services to the client, ensuring times-scales and budgets are met, adding value where ever possible Deliver the Management University programme Evaluate the success of the programme post implementation Ensure all management development services to staff are delivered at the agreed level of service and quality, ensuring that all company targets and goals are adhered to Skills / Knowledge & Experiance: Experience of the design, delivery and the implementation Must have experience of managing a team Strong team player, ability to contribute and challenge Strong attention to detail as well as excellent analytical and numerical skills If you are interested in this HR role please apply by clicking on the link below or contact Ashley Kate HR for further details. Ashley Kate HR specialise exclusively in HR recruitment, nationwide for temporary, contract and permanent HR roles. We give equal priority to our candidate and client relationships and ensure we deliver a highly professional HR consultancy service at all times. To find out more about us please visit our website at www.ashleykatehr.com Join the Ashley Kate HR LinkedIn group at http://linkd.in/HRProfessionalsNetworkUK And follow us on Twitter at http://www.twitter.com/AshleyKateHR Ashley Kate HR operates as a Recruitment Agency for the provision of permanent candidates and as a Recruitment Business for the provision of temporary candidates. If you are interested in this HR role please apply by clicking on the link below or contact Ashley Kate HR for further details. Ashley Kate HR specialise exclusively in HR recruitment, nationwide for temporary, contract and permanent HR roles. We give equal priority to our candidate and client relationships and ensure we deliver a highly professional HR consultancy service at all times. To find out more about us please Join the Ashley Kate HR LinkedIn group And follow us on Twitter Ashley Kate HR operates as a Recruitment Agency for the provision of permanent candidates and as a Recruitment Business for the provision of temporary candidates. LocationDerbySalary£35K - £45KDurationContractReference12298EDCBContact NameRecruitersWe are currently recruiting for a Management Development Trainer on behalf of a leading organisation based in Derby. The role is for a fixed-term contract for a duration of 6 months. You will build successful working partnerships with both internal clients and external organisations and suppliers when preparing and implementing detailed business cases for any new proposals. Accountabilities: Implement, co-ordinate, manage and plan all training activity and available resource for the provision of contracted services to the client, ensuring times-scales and budgets are met, adding value where ever possible Deliver the Management University programme Evaluate the success of the programme post implementation Ensure all management development services to staff are delivered at the agreed level of service and quality, ensuring that all company targets and goals are adhered to Skills / Knowledge & Experiance: Experience of the design, delivery and the implementation Must have experience of managing a team Strong team player, ability to contribute and challenge Strong attention to detail as well as excellent analytical and numerical skills If you are interested in this HR role please apply by clicking on the link below or contact Ashley Kate HR for further details. Ashley Kate HR specialise exclusively in HR recruitment, nationwide for temporary, contract and permanent HR roles. We give equal priority to our candidate and client relationships and ensure we deliver a highly professional HR consultancy service at all times. To find out more about us please visit our website at www.ashleykatehr.com Join the Ashley Kate HR LinkedIn group at http://linkd.in/HRProfessionalsNetworkUK And follow us on Twitter at http://www.twitter.com/AshleyKateHR Ashley Kate HR operates as a Recruitment Agency for the provision of permanent candidates and as a Recruitment Business for the provision of temporary candidates. If you are interested in this HR role please apply by clicking on the link below or contact Ashley Kate HR for further details. Ashley Kate HR specialise exclusively in HR recruitment, nationwide for temporary, contract and permanent HR roles. We give equal priority to our candidate and client relationships and ensure we deliver a highly professional HR consultancy service at all times. To find out more about us please Join the Ashley Kate HR LinkedIn group And follow us on Twitter Ashley Kate HR operates as a Recruitment Agency for the provision of permanent candidates and as a Recruitment Business for the provision of temporary candidates.

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Learning & Development Consultant

Learning & Development Consultant Gatwick

The role

Reporting to the Head of Learning & Talent Development (L&TD), the main responsibility of the L&TD Consultant is to take accountability for the content of all leadership, management and general development programmes offered by the CAA to its employees. The role will entail providing thought leadership about the content of the programmes and managing external third party providers who are contracted to design and deliver programmes. This relationship-based role also involves the post-holder in proactively gathering and managing course feedback from delegates to ensure programme content is appropriate, relevant and meeting the current and evolving development needs of the organisation.  For example, the move to a new performance management process will require line manager training which will need to be delivered in a timely and cost-effective way.

As the wider HR function moves to a more customer-centric model, a critical element of this L&TD role will be to develop strong relationships with the HR Business Partners and their business groups to understand the CAA’s development requirements at different management levels. This will include the requirement for the post-holder to provide L&TD Consultancy services to the wider CAA to help managers and colleagues identify the most appropriate solution to their identified development needs, for both individual and team development issues. 

At present, the L&TD function is a green-field site with a broad suite of L&TD programmes being designed and delivered to the CAA for the first time.  Alongside these new initiatives are a range of legacy programmes and a devolved L&D function. Historically, there has also been a lack of investment in IT systems, a situation which is being remedied over the next 12 months. 

The successful candidate will have an enthusiasm for influencing and shaping a new L&TD function for the CAA. There is an ambitious transformation programme running in the CAA which will be implemented over the next 4 years which will create a more efficient organisation.  The HR and L&TD transformation is part of this programme and offers an exciting professional opportunity for the right candidate to help mould and influence the shape of the future L&TD provision for the CAA.

A key project over the next 9 months will to manage the upgrading, implementation and configuration of our Learning Management System (LMS) - Net Dimensions Talent Suite. This will impact on the performance management process (which will need to be reconfigured) and provide increased end-user access to our LMS. The successful candidate will have experience of similar LMS projects.

The L&D team is supported by the L&TD Coordinator who has responsibility for all logistical and administrative arrangements for the calendar of programmes.

The ideal candidate

Strong technical competence in Learning and Development from working within an established L&D function, preferably from set up, but this is not essential.Exposure to a professional services or similar high intellect environment and/or supporting the development needs of more technically orientated individuals would be an advantage.Previous experience of translating employee development needs into learning activities, proactively managing third party providers to design relevant materials and formats.Strong project management skills to manage multiple activities to deadlines and budgets.Experience of the management of LMS systems and their ongoing maintenance and improvementExperience of working in a multi-site environment.Strong communication and relationship building skills.Resilience, flexibility and innovation to find solutions in the (current) absence of joined-up systems and the change management skills to transform along with the function.High degree of personal organisation to handle a wide remit of activity.Must be flexible to travel between the Gatwick and London offices.

In addition to a highly competitive salary that matches your experience, you can expect a wide range of benefits, including pension, generous annual leave allowance and discounted private medical and dental insurance.

Closing date: Tuesday 25 November

Interview date: ASAP 

LocationGatwickSalaryc£45k, dependent on experience ReferenceCAA1Contact NameRecruitment

The role

Reporting to the Head of Learning & Talent Development (L&TD), the main responsibility of the L&TD Consultant is to take accountability for the content of all leadership, management and general development programmes offered by the CAA to its employees. The role will entail providing thought leadership about the content of the programmes and managing external third party providers who are contracted to design and deliver programmes. This relationship-based role also involves the post-holder in proactively gathering and managing course feedback from delegates to ensure programme content is appropriate, relevant and meeting the current and evolving development needs of the organisation.  For example, the move to a new performance management process will require line manager training which will need to be delivered in a timely and cost-effective way.

As the wider HR function moves to a more customer-centric model, a critical element of this L&TD role will be to develop strong relationships with the HR Business Partners and their business groups to understand the CAA’s development requirements at different management levels. This will include the requirement for the post-holder to provide L&TD Consultancy services to the wider CAA to help managers and colleagues identify the most appropriate solution to their identified development needs, for both individual and team development issues. 

At present, the L&TD function is a green-field site with a broad suite of L&TD programmes being designed and delivered to the CAA for the first time.  Alongside these new initiatives are a range of legacy programmes and a devolved L&D function. Historically, there has also been a lack of investment in IT systems, a situation which is being remedied over the next 12 months. 

The successful candidate will have an enthusiasm for influencing and shaping a new L&TD function for the CAA. There is an ambitious transformation programme running in the CAA which will be implemented over the next 4 years which will create a more efficient organisation.  The HR and L&TD transformation is part of this programme and offers an exciting professional opportunity for the right candidate to help mould and influence the shape of the future L&TD provision for the CAA.

A key project over the next 9 months will to manage the upgrading, implementation and configuration of our Learning Management System (LMS) - Net Dimensions Talent Suite. This will impact on the performance management process (which will need to be reconfigured) and provide increased end-user access to our LMS. The successful candidate will have experience of similar LMS projects.

The L&D team is supported by the L&TD Coordinator who has responsibility for all logistical and administrative arrangements for the calendar of programmes.

The ideal candidate

Strong technical competence in Learning and Development from working within an established L&D function, preferably from set up, but this is not essential.Exposure to a professional services or similar high intellect environment and/or supporting the development needs of more technically orientated individuals would be an advantage.Previous experience of translating employee development needs into learning activities, proactively managing third party providers to design relevant materials and formats.Strong project management skills to manage multiple activities to deadlines and budgets.Experience of the management of LMS systems and their ongoing maintenance and improvementExperience of working in a multi-site environment.Strong communication and relationship building skills.Resilience, flexibility and innovation to find solutions in the (current) absence of joined-up systems and the change management skills to transform along with the function.High degree of personal organisation to handle a wide remit of activity.Must be flexible to travel between the Gatwick and London offices.

In addition to a highly competitive salary that matches your experience, you can expect a wide range of benefits, including pension, generous annual leave allowance and discounted private medical and dental insurance.

Closing date: Tuesday 25 November

Interview date: ASAP 

Apply now

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Senior Learning and Development Consultant, 55 - 65K, London

Senior Learning and Development Consultant, 55 - 65K, London City of London

Senior Learning and Development Consultant 55 - 65K London

Our fantastic financial services client based in the city, nationwide and throughout Europe are looking for an experienced learning and development professional with a successful history of leading and inspiring teams.

The role will require a strategic mind set but also someone who is happy to roll up their sleeves and design, deliver and evaluate a wide range of learning initiatives.

This role will be the successor to the Head of Learning so is a great role for someone with this aspiration in the next 12 - 18 months

The ideal candidate will have the following:

Financial services background
Experience leading and managing teams
Design and delivery in leadership development
Excellent senior stakeholder management skills

If you would like to apply for this position please send your CV to Maddy White - Annapurna HR by applying to this advertisement

Annapurna facilitates the HR Transformation Network. For the latest visit HRTN.TV

LocationCity of LondonSalary£55000 - £65000 per annum + car, benefitsReferenceBBBH21476Contact NameMaddy White

Senior Learning and Development Consultant 55 - 65K London

Our fantastic financial services client based in the city, nationwide and throughout Europe are looking for an experienced learning and development professional with a successful history of leading and inspiring teams.

The role will require a strategic mind set but also someone who is happy to roll up their sleeves and design, deliver and evaluate a wide range of learning initiatives.

This role will be the successor to the Head of Learning so is a great role for someone with this aspiration in the next 12 - 18 months

The ideal candidate will have the following:

Financial services background
Experience leading and managing teams
Design and delivery in leadership development
Excellent senior stakeholder management skills

If you would like to apply for this position please send your CV to Maddy White - Annapurna HR by applying to this advertisement

Annapurna facilitates the HR Transformation Network. For the latest visit HRTN.TV

Apply now

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Professional Development Manager - Investments

Professional Development Manager - Investments EMEA HQ, Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire

Invesco Perpetual is one of the UK's largest and most successful independent investment management organisations. As part of the wider Invesco family, we are part of a global organisation with over US$779 billion under management, offices in more than 20 countries and some 7000 employees around the world.

We believe in longevity and our investment team has evolved over the years to include some of the industry's leading players. Key attributes of our success include managing with conviction, maintaining focus on the long term, challenging convention rather than following it and our belief in truly active fund management.

We want our employees to be best in class and we focus on rewarding employees on merit. The expectations are high but in return we put a great deal of effort into creating a first-class working environment. We consider that by working together we can achieve more. We treat one another with respect and value a collaborative environment. We welcome the different ideas, perspectives and expertise our employees bring to the company.

The role:

Ensure the Continuing Professional Development of the Investment Teams by overseeing the development and maintenance of a comprehensive Investment Development Framework that ensures individuals are equipped with relevant regulatory and business knowledge and technical skills.

This role is based in our EMEA Head Office which is in Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire.

Key Responsibilities / Duties

In consultation with the key stakeholders carry out learning needs analysis for existing Investment colleagues and new starters to identify potential development needsPresent recommendations that will address the development needs to key stakeholdersDevelop and maintain a comprehensive Investment Team Development Framework (including a Local Induction Programme) by sourcing appropriate development interventions and events e.g. external programmes, consulting with Industry experts and our own Investment professionals and utilising existing People Development curriculum programmesUtilise existing technology or source new technology to enable the development of an on-line and physical repository of reference materials and CPD records.Ensure that Investments’ training and development content and material is updated in a timely manner to reflect any changes (regulatory, business, product, procedures).Source high calibre training providers and work with them to ensure that learning events are of a high quality and will deliver the outcomes stated.Research and recommend professional forums, seminars that are relevant for the Investment Team individualsFor external events check for and internal events attain (wherever possible) CPD Certification for any learning eventImplement and carry out evaluations to demonstrate impact of event on attendee(s) and business (e.g. Kirkpatrick’s four levels of evaluation)Carry out regular audits of individual CPD records to ensure records are up to date and evidence continuing professional developmentProvide monthly management information to key stakeholders that includes:Summarised initial feedback from events attendedRepresent the Investment Professionals on projects that impact CPD for the Investment Teams and take appropriate actions to ensure maintenance of CPD.Ensure all activities are in line with Treating Customer Fairly outcomesThree month post event evaluation reporting outcomes and impacts of learning eventsRecommendations of further action needed to ensure continuing professional development

Key Requirements:

Experience

Previous experience within the Financial Services industry (and preferably Investment Management)Experience in managing contracts with third party Learning and Development providers

Knowledge

Good understanding of coaching and training methodology & best practice in Learning & DevelopmentIn depth knowledge of communication mediumsIT literate with good knowledge of the Microsoft suite of productsFamiliarity with Sharepoint and e-learning technology would be advantageous

Qualifications

Educated to degree level, or equivalent qualification(s) or jobholder is able to demonstrate equivalent academic calibreCIPD, or TAP (Training Accreditation Programme) or equivalent professional qualification in Learning and DevelopmentRelevant Financial Services and/or Investment Management qualifications desirable

Other Personal Attributes Required 

 The ideal person will possess:

Gravitas and strong interpersonal skills that will enable them to build and maintain professional and productive relationships with a wide variety of individuals (investment professionals, learning and development colleagues, third party providers)

In addition the person will be able to:

communicate concisely and clearly, formally and informally, verbally and in the written formwork as part of a team but also willing to act independently in appropriate situationswork under pressure to a consistently high level of accuracy and deliver high quality resultsremain flexible and prioritise work in line with business needsact with tact and diplomacy at all timesLocationEMEA HQ, Henley-on-Thames, OxfordshireSalaryVery competitive + benefitsDurationPermanent full timeReferenceCB/INVPEP1Contact NameN/A

Invesco Perpetual is one of the UK's largest and most successful independent investment management organisations. As part of the wider Invesco family, we are part of a global organisation with over US$779 billion under management, offices in more than 20 countries and some 7000 employees around the world.

We believe in longevity and our investment team has evolved over the years to include some of the industry's leading players. Key attributes of our success include managing with conviction, maintaining focus on the long term, challenging convention rather than following it and our belief in truly active fund management.

We want our employees to be best in class and we focus on rewarding employees on merit. The expectations are high but in return we put a great deal of effort into creating a first-class working environment. We consider that by working together we can achieve more. We treat one another with respect and value a collaborative environment. We welcome the different ideas, perspectives and expertise our employees bring to the company.

The role:

Ensure the Continuing Professional Development of the Investment Teams by overseeing the development and maintenance of a comprehensive Investment Development Framework that ensures individuals are equipped with relevant regulatory and business knowledge and technical skills.

This role is based in our EMEA Head Office which is in Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire.

Key Responsibilities / Duties

In consultation with the key stakeholders carry out learning needs analysis for existing Investment colleagues and new starters to identify potential development needsPresent recommendations that will address the development needs to key stakeholdersDevelop and maintain a comprehensive Investment Team Development Framework (including a Local Induction Programme) by sourcing appropriate development interventions and events e.g. external programmes, consulting with Industry experts and our own Investment professionals and utilising existing People Development curriculum programmesUtilise existing technology or source new technology to enable the development of an on-line and physical repository of reference materials and CPD records.Ensure that Investments’ training and development content and material is updated in a timely manner to reflect any changes (regulatory, business, product, procedures).Source high calibre training providers and work with them to ensure that learning events are of a high quality and will deliver the outcomes stated.Research and recommend professional forums, seminars that are relevant for the Investment Team individualsFor external events check for and internal events attain (wherever possible) CPD Certification for any learning eventImplement and carry out evaluations to demonstrate impact of event on attendee(s) and business (e.g. Kirkpatrick’s four levels of evaluation)Carry out regular audits of individual CPD records to ensure records are up to date and evidence continuing professional developmentProvide monthly management information to key stakeholders that includes:Summarised initial feedback from events attendedRepresent the Investment Professionals on projects that impact CPD for the Investment Teams and take appropriate actions to ensure maintenance of CPD.Ensure all activities are in line with Treating Customer Fairly outcomesThree month post event evaluation reporting outcomes and impacts of learning eventsRecommendations of further action needed to ensure continuing professional development

Key Requirements:

Experience

Previous experience within the Financial Services industry (and preferably Investment Management)Experience in managing contracts with third party Learning and Development providers

Knowledge

Good understanding of coaching and training methodology & best practice in Learning & DevelopmentIn depth knowledge of communication mediumsIT literate with good knowledge of the Microsoft suite of productsFamiliarity with Sharepoint and e-learning technology would be advantageous

Qualifications

Educated to degree level, or equivalent qualification(s) or jobholder is able to demonstrate equivalent academic calibreCIPD, or TAP (Training Accreditation Programme) or equivalent professional qualification in Learning and DevelopmentRelevant Financial Services and/or Investment Management qualifications desirable

Other Personal Attributes Required 

 The ideal person will possess:

Gravitas and strong interpersonal skills that will enable them to build and maintain professional and productive relationships with a wide variety of individuals (investment professionals, learning and development colleagues, third party providers)

In addition the person will be able to:

communicate concisely and clearly, formally and informally, verbally and in the written formwork as part of a team but also willing to act independently in appropriate situationswork under pressure to a consistently high level of accuracy and deliver high quality resultsremain flexible and prioritise work in line with business needsact with tact and diplomacy at all times

Apply now

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Learning & Development Specialist

Learning & Development Specialist Manchester

Due to the secondment of the existing post holder, an exciting fixed term opportunity has arisen for an innovative and dynamic Learning and Development Specialist to join our highly motivated and progressive Human Resources Division.

This impactful role is designed to create an inspirational and innovative learning and development culture which is central to our University’s success and is highly regarded by our people. 

Working proactively with senior leaders, business managers and HR Business Partners you will analyse and identify learning and development needs.   As part of a wider team of forward thinking specialists you will collaboratively provide innovative and creative learning and development solutions to support the strategic and operational business needs of our University, its employees and teams.

To be successful in this role we are looking for an enthusiastic individual with energy and passion who has had significant experience of working with senior managers and leaders to shape strategic and operational learning and development interventions and solutions. 

You will have a demonstrable track record of success in the application of learning and development solutions with evidence of providing tangible improvements in individual and business performance.  The successful candidate will also have confidence operating in an environment of transformational change, and have the ability to inspire and motivate a diverse audience through the delivery of blended learning techniques and the application of e-learning technology.

To gain further insight into the role and to apply for the vacancy please follow the link below.

Closing date: 15 February 2015

The University of Salford is committed to an inclusive approach to equality and diversity.

LocationManchesterSalary£38,511 - £45,954 PADurationFull time, Fixed term – 24 monthsReference1443770Contact NameRecruitment

Due to the secondment of the existing post holder, an exciting fixed term opportunity has arisen for an innovative and dynamic Learning and Development Specialist to join our highly motivated and progressive Human Resources Division.

This impactful role is designed to create an inspirational and innovative learning and development culture which is central to our University’s success and is highly regarded by our people. 

Working proactively with senior leaders, business managers and HR Business Partners you will analyse and identify learning and development needs.   As part of a wider team of forward thinking specialists you will collaboratively provide innovative and creative learning and development solutions to support the strategic and operational business needs of our University, its employees and teams.

To be successful in this role we are looking for an enthusiastic individual with energy and passion who has had significant experience of working with senior managers and leaders to shape strategic and operational learning and development interventions and solutions. 

You will have a demonstrable track record of success in the application of learning and development solutions with evidence of providing tangible improvements in individual and business performance.  The successful candidate will also have confidence operating in an environment of transformational change, and have the ability to inspire and motivate a diverse audience through the delivery of blended learning techniques and the application of e-learning technology.

To gain further insight into the role and to apply for the vacancy please follow the link below.

Closing date: 15 February 2015

The University of Salford is committed to an inclusive approach to equality and diversity.

Apply now

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Training, Development and Quality Manager

Training, Development and Quality Manager Portsmouth The post holder will be responsible for developing and implementing the training and development across the company. You will ensure skills objectives within the operation are met by ensuring trainers have the skills themselves and the ability to impart that knowledge and skills. You will work closely with the HR Manager and Senior team to plan and develop the learning and development requirements across the business, through partnerships with appropriate training and development providers and self-delivery where appropriate. You will also be responsible for the maintenance and compliance to the company's quality management system and continuous improvement process throughout the business activity. In addition there is a requirement to assist in the management of Health and Safety activities within the training and continuous improvement remit.

Skills required:
The successful candidate will have strong communication and organisational skills. You will have a sound educational background, together with a recognised national/professional qualification in training (7302 adult learning or similar). A strong experience of ISO 9000 quality management systems and auditing are essential. You will have sound experience of working in a similar service industry/operational management role. In addition, you should have had training and quality involvement or proven success in a similar role. Experience in the building cleansing industry and related qualifications would be advantageous but not essential. The post holder will need or be prepared to attain a recognised higher level Health and Safety qualification such as NEBOSH or level 5 NVQ. The position is based from our Portsmouth Office but the successful candidate will need to travel across our business regions and therefore a full UK driving licence is essential. A flexible approach to working hours is required.

Reed Specialist Recruitment Limited is an employment agency and employment business.

LocationPortsmouthSalary£35000 per annumReference25049088Contact NameSam KnightThe post holder will be responsible for developing and implementing the training and development across the company. You will ensure skills objectives within the operation are met by ensuring trainers have the skills themselves and the ability to impart that knowledge and skills. You will work closely with the HR Manager and Senior team to plan and develop the learning and development requirements across the business, through partnerships with appropriate training and development providers and self-delivery where appropriate. You will also be responsible for the maintenance and compliance to the company's quality management system and continuous improvement process throughout the business activity. In addition there is a requirement to assist in the management of Health and Safety activities within the training and continuous improvement remit.

Skills required:
The successful candidate will have strong communication and organisational skills. You will have a sound educational background, together with a recognised national/professional qualification in training (7302 adult learning or similar). A strong experience of ISO 9000 quality management systems and auditing are essential. You will have sound experience of working in a similar service industry/operational management role. In addition, you should have had training and quality involvement or proven success in a similar role. Experience in the building cleansing industry and related qualifications would be advantageous but not essential. The post holder will need or be prepared to attain a recognised higher level Health and Safety qualification such as NEBOSH or level 5 NVQ. The position is based from our Portsmouth Office but the successful candidate will need to travel across our business regions and therefore a full UK driving licence is essential. A flexible approach to working hours is required.

Reed Specialist Recruitment Limited is an employment agency and employment business.

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Learning & Development Officer, Maternity Cover (up to 12 months)

Learning & Development Officer, Maternity Cover (up to 12 months) Windor, Berkshire

Purpose of Role
The L&D Officer will support service delivery through the design, implementation and delivery of practical training programmes for new and existing employees across the business and support implementation of business strategy.

Key areas of role and responsibilities:

Coordinate training plans across the business for new and existing employees;Carry out training needs analysis (TNA) as requested (by project office, line managers, senior managers and directors) and identify learning needs for roles across the business (including system builds and projects);Design, build and deliver training interventions to suit training needs identified across the business;Plan and deliver generic induction training plan(s) to new employees;Deliver skills based training (including generalist induction courses) to customer services and sales roles within the online “Express products/services” teams;Facilitate training sessions where delivery subject is not familiar (using a subject matter expert within the business team to assist with delivery and / or technical content);Deliver regulatory / legal training in accordance with business strategy (Anti-Money Laundering / Data Protection)Ensure timely and accurate general administration and record keeping of training activities on ADPDuties & Responsibilities

Implementation and Delivery:

Training Plans

To create and communicate training plans for frontline customer service team, private client services team (in-bound sales and dealing) and operations & payments (back-office) teams;

Customer Services

To deliver practical Customer Service training sessions to best practice standards (e.g. CIPD) through one-to-one or group sessions (for both frontline Customer Service and Operations based staff)

Sales (including Dealing)

To deliver generic sales training for Corporate Express and Private Client Services teams (e.g. Revenue generating teams)

Induction Training

To deliver initial induction/orientation training for all new startersTo coordinate and deliver new starter programme courses during in accordance with the agreed SLA’s To ensure all relevant training milestones and activity is completed to agreed standards

Regulatory / Legal Training

To support the delivery of AML (Anti Money Laundering) and DP (Data Protection) training and any associated regulatory training as required for different parts of the businessTo support HR with the delivery of required HR legislative training to management teams

Record Keeping

To maintain a Learner Management System (LMS) via ADP systemsTo keep timely and accurate records of all training completed

Skill and Expertise

CIPD (Certificate in Training Practice) or equivalent training qualificationPrevious experience working within the financial services sector (FS / banking / insurance / FX payments)Previous experience working for a SME within a L&D training role (delivery)Confident and articulate presentation skills / group training (up to 10 people per session)Ability to work with minimal supervisionAbility to build effective relationships with team members and managementAn in depth knowledge of L&D gained through both experience and understanding of current theories

About HiFX
HiFX provides unrivalled foreign exchange and international payment services to businesses and private individuals around the globe. To date we have transferred over £100 billion on behalf of our clients and are one of the world’s leading foreign currency specialists – trusted by over 5,000 companies from 100 industry sectors and assisting 75,000+ private individuals each year. For more information about our products and services please visit www.hifx.co.uk

We remain passionate about what we do and our people are at the centre of everything that we do. HiFX currently employs 210+ employees across its offices spanning the UK, Europe and Australasia.

We believe that we have a compelling employment proposition, offering attractive salaries, benefits and opportunity for career development. HiFX is proud to feature amongst the UK’s best companies to work for in 2006/07/08 and 2014.

Interested?

Please submit your CV and covering letter to our in-house recruitment team via the 'Apply now' link below.

LocationWindor, BerkshireSalary£26,000-£30,000 per annum, up to 20% bonus + benefitsReferenceHiFXLDOContact NameRecruitment

Purpose of Role
The L&D Officer will support service delivery through the design, implementation and delivery of practical training programmes for new and existing employees across the business and support implementation of business strategy.

Key areas of role and responsibilities:

Coordinate training plans across the business for new and existing employees;Carry out training needs analysis (TNA) as requested (by project office, line managers, senior managers and directors) and identify learning needs for roles across the business (including system builds and projects);Design, build and deliver training interventions to suit training needs identified across the business;Plan and deliver generic induction training plan(s) to new employees;Deliver skills based training (including generalist induction courses) to customer services and sales roles within the online “Express products/services” teams;Facilitate training sessions where delivery subject is not familiar (using a subject matter expert within the business team to assist with delivery and / or technical content);Deliver regulatory / legal training in accordance with business strategy (Anti-Money Laundering / Data Protection)Ensure timely and accurate general administration and record keeping of training activities on ADPDuties & Responsibilities

Implementation and Delivery:

Training Plans

To create and communicate training plans for frontline customer service team, private client services team (in-bound sales and dealing) and operations & payments (back-office) teams;

Customer Services

To deliver practical Customer Service training sessions to best practice standards (e.g. CIPD) through one-to-one or group sessions (for both frontline Customer Service and Operations based staff)

Sales (including Dealing)

To deliver generic sales training for Corporate Express and Private Client Services teams (e.g. Revenue generating teams)

Induction Training

To deliver initial induction/orientation training for all new startersTo coordinate and deliver new starter programme courses during in accordance with the agreed SLA’s To ensure all relevant training milestones and activity is completed to agreed standards

Regulatory / Legal Training

To support the delivery of AML (Anti Money Laundering) and DP (Data Protection) training and any associated regulatory training as required for different parts of the businessTo support HR with the delivery of required HR legislative training to management teams

Record Keeping

To maintain a Learner Management System (LMS) via ADP systemsTo keep timely and accurate records of all training completed

Skill and Expertise

CIPD (Certificate in Training Practice) or equivalent training qualificationPrevious experience working within the financial services sector (FS / banking / insurance / FX payments)Previous experience working for a SME within a L&D training role (delivery)Confident and articulate presentation skills / group training (up to 10 people per session)Ability to work with minimal supervisionAbility to build effective relationships with team members and managementAn in depth knowledge of L&D gained through both experience and understanding of current theories

About HiFX
HiFX provides unrivalled foreign exchange and international payment services to businesses and private individuals around the globe. To date we have transferred over £100 billion on behalf of our clients and are one of the world’s leading foreign currency specialists – trusted by over 5,000 companies from 100 industry sectors and assisting 75,000+ private individuals each year. For more information about our products and services please visit www.hifx.co.uk

We remain passionate about what we do and our people are at the centre of everything that we do. HiFX currently employs 210+ employees across its offices spanning the UK, Europe and Australasia.

We believe that we have a compelling employment proposition, offering attractive salaries, benefits and opportunity for career development. HiFX is proud to feature amongst the UK’s best companies to work for in 2006/07/08 and 2014.

Interested?

Please submit your CV and covering letter to our in-house recruitment team via the 'Apply now' link below.

Apply now

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