Learning and Development Adviser

Description

• Manage a portfolio of casework in relation to people management activities for example absence, discipline, grievance and capability, learning and development and provide professional advice at associated meetings.
• Prepare and monitor statistical information, develop and prepare management information and reports, on a range of People matters to key internal and external stakeholders as required.
• Undertake and lead on a range of People projects and initiatives across the Directorate for example: - Develop and design leadership and management training, Design train the trainer programme, Review and enhance appraisal process and relevant management processes
• Maintain a comprehensive knowledge of professional areas of expertise including Employment Legislation, Reward and Terms and Conditions, changes to working practices, Talent Development, Health and Wellbeing, People Policies and Procedures and where relevant to the role general employment related developments.
• Contribute to the provision of positive action and engagement events.
• Carry out job analysis and quality assurance in support of the Job Evaluation Scheme and relevant policies and procedures.
• Participate in personal development to enable flexible delivery of People Services across the wider team.
• Support continuous and performance improvement initiatives.
• Assess and evaluate key performance indicators and performance reports; identify improvements and create action plans and development solutions to support performance improvement.
• Where relevant to specialist knowledge and experience, develop and deliver learning solutions in line with organisational priorities, reviewing outcomes, recommending improvement programmes and reporting on return on investment.
• Provide accurate and timely People advice and guidance to managers and employees on the application of People policies and procedures. This includes for example, employee relations, terms and conditions, Talent Acquisition and Development, Reward and Benefit, Health and Wellbeing.
• Support the implementation of the Strategic Workforce and Resourcing Plan through functional / departmental structure reviews, vacancy management and co-ordinating resourcing campaigns.
• Develop, review and implement People and employment related policies and procedures
• Operate within the governance framework and represent the People Directorate at committee meetings, working parties, management meetings as required.
• Research and collate information and data on employment legislation, benchmarking and best practice; analyse information and make recommendations on proposals for People related initiatives.
• In line with organisational priorities and personal skill sets, deliver induction training and the provision of targeted development programmes on people management activities.
• Support culture change through the development and delivery of change initiatives.

Requirements

• Effective communication skills and the ability to influence a range of stakeholders
• Previous experience in a similar role
• Associate membership of CIPD or equivalent body relevant to the role, or be able to demonstrate relevant continuous professional development which would show the ability to achieve this.
• Proficient in the use Microsoft Office packages
• Degree level qualification, or have equivalent knowledge gained through relevant experience in the working environment.
• Associate Diploma in People Management; Organisational Learning and Development or equivalent qualification relevant to the role
• Experience in leading and managing projects
• Knowledge of current and emerging legislation relevant to employment matters
• Experience of working in a changing environment
• Experience providing workforce metrics and analysis reports
• Awareness of the role of the People Directorate and how it can add value
• Driving licence, or the ability to travel throughout the area as this is required
• Experience of gathering and analysing data and information and the preparation of reports
• Ability to work on own initiative, exercise judgement to inform decision making
• Experience of developing and implementing People policies and procedures
• Flexibility to support a range of People activities

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance