HR Manager - Learning and Organisational Development

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East Sussex County Council is a well-managed local authority dedicated to making a real difference in the lives of our residents. We are committed to providing good quality services, supporting our staff, and fostering a workplace where delivery, collaboration, and inclusivity are at the heart of everything we do.

We are looking for an experienced and skilled Organisational Development (OD) and Learning manager to lead and drive our OD strategy and learning culture forward.

As the corporate lead on Learning and Organisational Development you will play a crucial role in shaping the future of our workforce and driving performance improvement across the council. You will lead a small team on the design and delivery of OD initiatives, learning and development strategies in line with our vision and values.

You will work closely with senior leadership teams, HR, and other key stakeholders to ensure that our employees are equipped with the skills, knowledge and tools they need to excel in their roles. Your expertise will be vital in promoting a culture of continuous learning, leadership development, employee engagement, and organisational effectiveness.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive OD and learning strategy aligned with the authority's vision and priorities.
• Lead the design and delivery of learning and development programmes, including leadership development, management training, and professional development initiatives.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and high performance.
• Collaborate with senior leaders to identify and address organisational development and learning and development needs.
• Provide expert advice on leadership, talent management, workforce planning and employee engagement.
• Lead and inspire a team of OD and learning professionals, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, impactful services.
• Use data and insights to measure the impact of OD and learning interventions, ensuring they support organisational goals and objectives.

What We're Looking For:

• Proven experience in organisational development, learning and development, or a similar leadership role within a complex organisation.
• Strong understanding of OD theories, leadership development, learning methodologies, and employee engagement practices.
• Excellent communication, influencing, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across all levels of the organisation.
• A strategic thinker with the ability to translate organisational priorities into practical learning solutions.
• Demonstrable experience in leading and managing teams, fostering a positive and inclusive culture.
• Strong analytical skills and experience using data to drive decision-making and improve performance.
• A passion for developing people, enhancing organisational culture, and making a positive impact on the public sector.

To apply for this role please follow the 'Apply Now' button above. When completing your application be sure to address how you meet all the criteria in the person specification drawing on any relevant work/life experience, education or personal interests.

Interviews will take place at County Hall, Lewes, St Anne's Crescent, East Sussex BN7 1UE on the 29th and 30th January 2025

Why Join Us:

At East Sussex you'll be part of a well-run organisation that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous development. You'll have the opportunity to make a significant difference to the lives of our staff and the residents we serve. We offer a competitive salary, flexible working options, and a supportive environment where your ideas and contributions will be valued.

If you're a passionate leader with a track record of driving organisational change, developing talent, and inspiring high-performing teams, we would love to hear from you.

We offer a diverse range of benefits to help and support you during your employment. More information can be found on our benefits page.

For an informal discussion about this opportunity contact Mary Evans, Head of OD and Learning, HROD at mary.evans@eastsussex.gov.uk to request a MS teams call or phone call.

I've had a varied and long career over the past 35 years and the public sector was an area I'd not worked in before. This has been a fantastic opportunity for me to bring my years of experience and apply to new, public facing roles. David, Change Manager

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Additional Information

Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is part-time or term-time only.

Work Permits: we may be able to obtain a Work Permit for this post but this is subject to meeting the requirements of the UK Border Agency's Points-based Immigration System.

Due to the restrictions we cannot guarantee that individuals that meet the requirements of the Points-based Immigration System will be issued with clearance to obtain work permits.

If you require sponsorship to work in the UK please let the hiring manager know this in your application so we can check eligibility for sponsorship for the role.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, due to disability, to enable you to participate fully in the process please contact the hiring manager on the contact details above.

Reasonable adjustments include things like an offline application form. If you would like to discuss your requirements further, please get in touch.

Equal Opportunities

East Sussex County Council is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitable candidates, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, disability or age. All applications are treated on merit.