Head of Talent, Learning & Development - FTC

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Head of Talent, Learning & Development - 12 month FTC (Potential to become Permanent)

At Weetabix, we believe that diverse teams drive better ideas, stronger decisions, and a more inclusive workplace for everyone. We're committed to building an organisation where people from all walks of life feel they belong-where different voices, experiences, and backgrounds are valued and respected.

The Head of Talent, Learning & Development is responsible for developing solutions in conjunction with Human Resource Business Partners and leaders in attracting, developing, and retaining top talent through end-to-end ownership of recruitment, learning and development, and early careers programmes.

The role exists to build the capabilities, leadership depth, and talent pipeline required to deliver Weetabix's long-term growth ambition.

As a critical Centre of Excellence within HR, the role designs and delivers Weetabix-wide strategies that ensuring the organisation consistently attracts great people, develops high-performing teams, and creates clear pathways for career growth.

Everything the role delivers, is in service of the future business strategy: growing iconic brands, being the number one customer brand, identifying new breakfast opportunities, and supporting Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) activity through people capability and readiness.

Closing date: Friday 10th April
Interview process: 3 Stage Interview Process
Working pattern: Hybrid 2/3 Days on-site, including Weetabix Wednesday, where everyone comes into the office for some great collaboration and meetings - it's a must! While we operate a hybrid working pattern, we are committed to providing flexibility where needed.

We're happy to make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process-just let us know how we can support you.

The Recipe (About the Role)

• Lead the end-to-end talent agenda, including recruitment, learning & development, early careers, and talent pipeline planning.
• Develop and implement a future-focused talent strategy aligned with business growth, customer impact, and innovation.
• Embed the Brilliant People Strategy to attract, develop, and retain talent effectively.
• Oversee the learning and development framework, including leadership and career pathway programs.
• Scale early careers programs and collaborate with HRBP and HRLT to enhance succession planning and internal mobility.
• Support organisational growth and change readiness, including brand opportunities and M&A integration.
• Utilise data and best practices to continuously improve talent solutions and measure their impact.

The Ingredients (What we need from you)

Key Know How:

• Deep expertise in Learning & Development, with Recruitment and Early Careers experience desirable.
• Proven experience designing enterprise-wide talent strategies
• Strong understanding of leadership development, capability frameworks, and career architecture
• Experience using Learning Management Systems (LMS)
• Experience supporting growth, transformation, or M&A through people strategies
• Strong commercial awareness and understanding of customer-brand organisations
• Ability to translate future business needs into actionable talent solutions

Your Bowl of Perks (Benefits)

Competitive Salary + Car Allowance & Annual Flexible benefits

We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, career, and life outside work.

• Annual bonus 15%
• Double-matched pension scheme (up to 12% from us)
• 25 days annual leave increasing with service
• Annual Salary review
• Bupa Healthcare plan
• Discounted Weetabix products

To support our employees, we also offer:

• Continued investment in your personal development
• We believe in balance, whether it's for family, rest or simply time for you. As well as your holiday entitlement, you can purchase up to 5 days of additional annual leave
• Access to 24/7 counselling service (via Grocery Aid partnership)
• The freedom of Flexible Work Opportunities
• Enhanced Maternity / Paternity / Adoption Leave
• Additional Time Off for Fertility Treatment and Neonatal Care
• Working Parents Support Group
• Fully stocked kitchens filled with our delicious products for you to enjoy

To learn more about life at Weetabix, visit our careers page: https://careers.weetabixfoodcompany.co.uk/

Please note: We benchmark roles based on your skills and experience, so we do not advertise fixed salary ranges.

Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship for this position; therefore, we are seeking candidates who do not require sponsorship.

We utilise our Preferred Agency Supplier Partners as and when we require additional support

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