Organisational Development Advisor

About the Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Organisational Development Advisor to support the delivery of strategic people and culture initiatives within a leading Higher Education institution. Working closely with academic and professional services leaders, you will help drive organisational effectiveness, leadership development, employee engagement, and workforce capability projects.

Key Responsibilities Partner with schools, faculties, and professional services teams to deliver OD initiatives and people-focused projects. Support leadership development, staff engagement, culture change, and wellbeing programmes. Design and facilitate workshops, briefings, and learning interventions. Provide advice and support to managers on organisational development and workforce planning activities. Monitor and evaluate OD programmes, using data and feedback to measure impact and inform improvements.

About You CIPD qualified (or equivalent) with experience in Organisational Development, Learning & Development, or HR. Experience delivering people, culture, leadership, or organisational change initiatives within a complex organisation. Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence and build relationships across diverse teams. Higher Education or public sector experience is highly desirable. Why Apply? This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a people strategy that supports organisational excellence, staff development, and a positive workplace culture within a dynamic Higher Education environment.

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