Head of Talent and Development; FTC Maternity Cover

We’re looking for an experienced and passionate Head of Talent and Development to join our People Team located at Head Office in Islington on a Fixed Term contract for estimated 13 months to cover maternity leave.

£55,000.00 - £60,000.00 (depending on experience) per annum, working 35 hours per week.

Start date is 1st December 2026

• Annual leave increasing up to 30 days with length of service
• A generous pension - we will contribute up to 8% and life assurance cover up to 3x Pensionable Salary (T&Cs apply)

• Develop innovative approaches to attracting, developing and retaining talent in a challenging labour market.

• Lead Look Ahead's recruitment approach to ensure effective attraction, selection, and onboarding of high-quality candidates.

• Oversee management and leadership development programmes that strengthen management and leadership capability across Look Ahead.

• Provide leadership for inclusion and diversity across Look Ahead.

• Oversee the continuous improvement of recruitment, HR and learning systems, ensuring effective use of data, AI, technology and digital tools

• Promote a culture where diverse perspectives are recognised and valued

• Set clear objectives and professional development plans for team members.

• Ensure recruitment and training practices comply with legal, safeguarding responsibilities and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain strong governance processes across recruitment and learning activities.

• Strong stakeholder management and excellent relationship-building skills.

• Experience leading recruitment and/or learning and development functions.