Head of Learning & Capability - Glasgow - Salary: £42k-£50k DOE
Are you a passionate and experienced Learning & Development professional looking for a new opportunity?
A leading Glasgow-based firm is recruiting a Head of Learning & Capability to join their team. The successful individual will have strong expertise in training and development and thrive in a culture-shaping environment. If you value innovation, continuous learning and individual growth - this could be the role for you.
What Does the Day-to-Day Look Like?
As a Head of Learning and Capability, you will have responsibility in the following areas of our operational talent lifecycle
Progression & Development
- Develop, implement & lead our behavioural and technical Capability Framework aligned with organisational goals
- Work closely with partners to create engaging training materials, organise and facilitate workshops to enhance the skills and knowledge of our employees, and address capability gaps.
- Create and update job specifications, and work with the wider Talent Lifecycle Division to ensure job requirements are accurately reflected in recruitment processes. Lead our Promotions Panel process to assess and recommend employees for career progression
- Work with partners and department leaders to ensure fair and transparent promotion processes
Culture and Integration
- Oversee our Community Groups; dedicated to social, and employee wellbeing, women’s initiatives, and charity support
- Put our organisational culture at the heart of your initiatives to make meaningful changes that create a positive and inclusive workplace
- Develop and manage mentorship programs to facilitate the growth and development of employees
- Match mentors and mentees based on career goals and organisational needs
Learning
- Play a crucial role in shaping our teams’ success by designing, implementing, and overseeing comprehensive training solutions.
- Engage effectively with the wider Talent Lifecycle Division to ensure an aligned approach in developing individual and team performance
- Co-ordinate and ensure delivery of a suitable programme for Continuing Professional Development
- Oversee the success and sustainable system of our Trainee Solicitor Programme working alongside our Trainee Partner to do so
Coaching, Performance, Evaluations, and Succession
- Champion our Learning Management System
- Work with heads of department to establish performance goals and metrics
- Work with the wider Talent Division to oversee the appraisal process, ensuring it is conducted consistently
Requirements
- Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Management or related field
- Proven experience in similar roles
- Experience working in the legal sector
- Experience in designing and delivering training programs
- Knowledge of performance management and career development practices
- Exceptional communication, presentation, and decision-making skills
- Proficient IT skills
- Knowledge and experience of e-learning platforms and LMS
- Impeccable written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work quickly, accurately and discretely
Personal Attributes
- Curious, creative thinker and problem solver
- Results-orientated, self-starter who is detail-focused and well-organised
- Ability to thrive under pressure
- Flexibility and adaptability to accommodate changing learning needs and organisational requirements
- Strong work ethic and team player
- Glasgow City Centre
- Hybrid Working - 3/2 split
- Salary: £42k-£50k DOE
Interested? Contact Olivia McDonald for more details: 0141 212 7756 / omcdonald@hrcrecruitment.co.uk