Head of Learning & Development
Wsp
Lead global talent development and regional L&D initiatives, managing a cross‑country team.
21 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Birmingham, West Midlands, United Kingdom
Hybrid
Company Size
55,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Consulting
Project Management
Architecture
Design
Environmental Services
Sustainability
Urban Planning
Sector Specialisms
Waste Management and Landfill
Water & Wastewater Tunnels
Water and Wastewater Treatment
Water Supply and Distribution
Parks and Open Spaces
Rail and Transit Advisory
Rail Design
Rail Electrification
Role
What you would be doing
emerging tech
needs analysis
learning analytics
blended learning
learning innovation
team management
- Partner with HR and business leaders to embed learning into the organisational culture.
- Champion the use of emerging technologies and tools in learning and development.
- Lead on Performance Development and collaborate on Succession Planning and Talent Reviews.
- Conduct training needs analysis and develop tailored learning solutions for diverse employee groups.
- Drive innovation in learning content and delivery methods, ensuring relevance and impact.
- Lead the design and execution of global talent development projects with alignment to regional needs.
- Utilise data-driven insights to evaluate and enhance the effectiveness of learning programs.
- Collaborate with global and regional stakeholders to implement strategic learning initiatives.
- Manage and coach a team of Learning and Development Specialists across UK, Ireland and South Africa fostering a culture of growth and continuous improvement.
- Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations in all training activities.
- Oversee the development and delivery of leadership training programs using blended learning methods.
What you bring
oracle cloud
ms office
bachelor's
l&d management
data analysis
instructional design
- Demonstrated ability to lead global projects and implement strategies locally.
- Proficiency in MS Office and Oracle Cloud.
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Human Resources, Education, or related field.
- Experience managing and developing high-performing L&D teams.
- Strong operational and implementation skills with a hands-on approach.
- Proven experience in a professional services environment.
- Proficiency in data analysis to inform learning strategies.
- Experience in instructional design and training delivery.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, complemented by strong proficiency in both spoken and written English.
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Company
Overview
Founded 1959
Year Established
The company was established in 1959, marking its beginning as a global leader in engineering and consulting.
40+ Countries
Global Presence
WSP operates in over 40 countries worldwide, delivering innovative solutions across multiple sectors.
- Partners with clients to create sustainable, efficient, and resilient solutions.
- Known for iconic projects like the One World Trade Center and London's Crossrail.
- Provides cutting-edge services in transportation, energy, water, and commercial developments.
- Blends technical expertise with deep industry knowledge to solve complex challenges globally.
78% global leadership
Internal Leadership Filling
Over 75% of global leadership positions were filled internally over the past three years.
3.7% retention increase
Employee Retention
Achieved a notable increase in global employee retention in 2024.
>75% internal filling
Leadership Hiring Practices
Over three-quarters of leadership roles have been filled internally since 2022.
Ethisphere recognition
Ethical Compliance
Recognized by Ethisphere for maintaining strong ethical values as a Compliance Leader Verification.
68% drop emissions
Emissions Reduction
Significant reduction in scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions compared to 2018 levels.
65.1% SDG-linked
Sustainable Revenue
Percentage of annualized revenues aligned with Sustainable Development Goals.
90% emission reduction
Long-term Goal
Aim to reduce total emissions (scopes 1, 2, and 3) by 90% by 2040 compared to 2018 levels.
30% scope 3 reduction
Supply Chain Emissions
Target to reduce scope 3 emissions by 30% by 2030 compared to 2018 levels.
- Committed to net zero across value chain by 2040 (SBTi-approved)
- Science-based targets: reduce absolute scope 1&2 emissions by 60% by 2030 vs 2018
- No DEI content per instruction.
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