UK Atomic Energy Authority
Deliver safe, sustainable, low-carbon energy from nuclear fusion.
11 hours ago
$50,311
Intermediate (4-7 years), Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Part Time
South Oxfordshire, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid
Company Size
∼1,300 Employees
Service Specialisms
Sector Specialisms
Description
l&d planning
benchmark research
learning design
data analysis
change management
process improvement
The role is a fixed‑term contract until December 2026 for an L&D Specialist who will lead the design and delivery of people‑focused learning and development projects. Projects include strengthening line‑management and leadership capability as well as other enabling‑skills initiatives. Working across the organisation and in collaboration with the Learning & Development team and division leadership, the specialist ensures leaders, managers and employees have access to high‑quality development resources.
Key duties involve supporting the development, implementation and delivery of annual L&D plans and researching external benchmarks to share best‑practice insights. The specialist designs and delivers projects aligned to business plans, collaborates with the People Department and L&D team, and provides high‑quality management information through data analysis and presentation. They also embed organisational culture, contribute to change‑management planning, drive continuous improvement of L&D processes and policies, and facilitate focus groups and engagement sessions. In addition, they support the talent development agenda, including career pathways, competency frameworks and early‑career programmes.
- Develop, implement, and deliver annual Learning & Development plans.
- Research external benchmarks and share best‑practice insights.
- Design and deliver people‑focused L&D projects aligned with business goals.
- Collaborate with the People Department and L&D team on shared objectives.
- Analyse and present people data to support L&D initiatives.
- Embed organisational culture and behaviours through research‑led programmes.
- Support change‑management planning, stakeholder engagement and communication.
- Drive continuous improvement of L&D processes and policies.
- Facilitate focus groups, think tanks and engagement sessions.
- Contribute to talent development, including career pathways, competency frameworks and early‑career programmes.
Requirements
hr degree
cipd level5
l&d design
stakeholder engagement
data insights
impact evaluation
The ideal candidate holds a degree in HR Management with at least CIPD Level 5 and has demonstrable experience designing, implementing and delivering L&D initiatives that align with organisational priorities. Strong stakeholder‑engagement skills in a matrixed environment and the ability to use people data, insights and best practice to inform decisions are essential. The role also requires the capability to evaluate impact and drive continuous improvement.
- Hold a degree in HR Management and CIPD Level 5 (or higher).
- Demonstrated experience designing and delivering L&D initiatives aligned to organisational priorities.
- Strong stakeholder collaboration skills in a matrixed environment.
- Ability to use people data and insights to evaluate impact and improve outcomes.
Benefits
The position offers a base salary of £50,311 plus a final‑salary defined benefit scheme with an equivalent 21.5 % employer pension contribution, 25 days annual leave (plus Christmas closure, privilege days and UK bank holidays), and flexible hybrid working options. It is based at UKAEA Culham in Oxfordshire and is graded at Level 5 within the People Division. UKAEA is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, encouraging applications from under‑represented groups in STEM.
- Salary £50,311 plus pension (21.5% employer contribution) and flexible hybrid working.
- 25 days annual leave plus Christmas closure, privilege days and UK bank holidays.
Training + Development
Interview process
Visa Sponsorship
Security clearance
Overview
1954
Year Established
The organization was founded to advance fusion energy technology and secure the UK’s position as a leader in sustainable nuclear energy.
- Operates the UK’s national fusion energy research program, which is sponsored by the UK Government’s Department for Energy Security & Net Zero.
- Maintains facilities across four sites in the UK, including the Culham Campus in Oxfordshire, the Advanced Manufacturing Park in Rotherham, West Burton in north Nottinghamshire, and Whitehaven in Cumbria.
- Maintains partnerships with various international organisations and is centrally involved in the ITER project, an industrial-scale demonstration of fusion power currently underway in southern France.
Culture + Values
Designing Fusion Systems
Innovation in Technology
The company focuses on developing cutting-edge fusion systems to revolutionize energy production.
- Commitment – We believe in what we do, the importance of our mission, and doing what we can to achieve it.
- Trust – We strive to be open, transparent and inclusive, so that everyone we work with believes and values what we say and do.
- Collaboration – We believe in the power and importance of working in partnership.
Environment + Sustainability
Four million times more energy.
Energy Output Comparison
Fusion releases almost four million times more energy than traditional fossil fuels like coal, oil, or gas.
- Fusion energy is poised to provide a safe, sustainable, and low-carbon energy solution for future generations.
- Fusion energy offers a nearly limitless source of green electricity. It uses minimal fuel derived from widely available, inexpensive materials.
Inclusion & Diversity
- Dedicated to equal opportunities for all and strive to create a workplace that celebrates the diversity of our employees.
- Collaborate with several industry-standard bodies such as Inclusive Companies, Vercida, Women in Nuclear schemes, and Equal Engineers to foster an equitable workplace and support individuals from under-represented groups.
- Internal networks include groups for LGBTQ+ members, a women's network, and ENACT, which focuses on ethnicity, nationality, and culture, all designed to foster community and understanding within the organization.