Talent Management Lead

Dunmurry, County Antrim, United Kingdom
Edinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom
Stansted, Essex, United Kingdom

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Farrans People Team are seeking to recruit a Talent Management Lead to join the Learning & Development division. This role will see you being responsible for developing & leading a competence development programme encompassing technical, professional and business management capabilities for our staff spanning entry level through to executive suite. You will be a key enabler of Farrans business strategy and instrumental to our continued growth and success.

• Work in partnership with key internal stakeholders across the company to fully understand key business requirements, identify current and future competence requirements and recommend appropriate development solutions.
• Design and develop a suite of bespoke training programmes, ensuring that best in class approaches are adopted including the use of digital solutions.
• Collaborate with and influence colleagues to secure their active contribution of technical content and subject matter to development programmes and initiatives.
• Create engaging learning and development materials, including manuals, guides, multimedia visual aids and e-learning modules.
• Using our Learning Management System to effectively plan, manage and track learning & development for our people.
• Facilitate interventions including training sessions, workshops and webinars for staff utilising appropriate techniques for optimum delivery. e.g. role playing, team exercises, group discussions, videos etc.
• Facilitate learning interventions to enhance management or leadership development and capacity.
• Evaluate training effectiveness and drive improvements based on feedback and performance outcomes.
• Continually update learning content based on feedback and latest industry trends and practices.
• Work with external stakeholders to develop and deliver specialist training against required standards.
• Assist in the creation of a Learning Environment which will include fostering a culture of continuous learning through a coaching framework and enhancing knowledge exchange across the company.
• Work with relevant colleagues to ensure that our training offering is communicated effectively and is easily accessible to our people.
• Participate in professional networks and keep abreast of new learning developments and practices.
• Assist with the process of accreditation of learning initiatives.

• At least four years’ demonstrable experience of the areas detailed * -a) designing, creating, delivering and evaluating successful learning and development programmes, including creating a blended approach to learning e.g. digital such as eLearning and multimedia aids, training manuals and face to face interventions;b) coaching and facilitating to achieve individual or group goals; c) working with managers to understand learning needs, propose training solutions and building staff capacity.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to understand and align with organisational goals.
• Analytical skills to assess program effectiveness and make data-driven decisions.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Project management and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Knowledge of L&D principles, instructional design, and adult learning theories.
• Technical proficiency in learning management systems (LMS) and e-learning platforms.
• Soft Skills:
  
  Strong problem‑solving abilities, creativity in program design, adaptability, and a commitment to fostering an inclusive learning environment.
• Valid UK driving licence and access to a form of transport for business travel.

* Please note this experience must have been gained from working in a specific OD, HR or Learning and Development function/team.

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field; or professional certifications (e.g., CIPD).
• Experience with in the construction, engineering, or related sectors.
• Hold a recognised Coaching or Mentoring qualification.
• Hold a current licence in Insights Discovery.

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