Learning and Organisation Development Partner

Join our team as Learning and Organisation Development Partner and help shape the future of the East Midlands through the delivery of effective solutions that support our organisational objectives.

Welcome to EMCCA
At the East Midlands Combined County Authority (EMCCA), we are unlocking billions of pounds of investment for our region through our devolution deal with the government. Our elected Mayor will be a powerful voice on the national stage for the people of Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire, overseeing devolved powers around transport, housing, skills and adult education, economic development, and net zero. We will make our region more prosperous, sustainable, and fairer, helping our people and businesses to create and seize opportunities. EMCCA's overall work programme is evolving, ambitious and focused on the future to deliver tangible, sustainable, lasting, and systemic change for all our communities.

Your role in elevating the East Midlands
This role involves providing expert guidance alongside other HR partners on organisation capability, strategic workforce planning, performance and talent management, organisational change, and employee engagement.
Working closely with senior leaders, line managers, colleagues and stakeholders, you will lead the development, implementation, and sustainability of all aspects of learning, management and leadership, and organisational development across the Authority

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing expert advice, guidance, and insights to support organisation capability, workforce and succession planning.
• Acting as a trusted partner and advisor to leadership, coaching and influencing great leadership and management capability and practices, supporting EMCCA culture, values and behaviours.
• Providing expert advice and guidance on Learning and Development policies, procedures, and best fit practices.
• Leading and supporting initiatives to attract, retain, and develop top talent across the directorate, linking with central specialist functions.
• Partner with leaders to design and implement sustainable organisational change initiatives, involving TUPE, pre, during and post integration.
• Analyse Learning and Development data and metrics to identify trends, challenges, and opportunities for improvement.

Your profile

• CIPD Level 7, or equivalent
• Significant experience and expertise in a senior L&OD role partnering and influencing executive / director/ heads of stakeholders towards the achievement of strategic priorities.
• Experience working in government or public sector, or similar complex organisational environment.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing new and improved Learning and Development systems and ways of working.
• Exceptional interpersonal and influencing skills, with the ability to build strong relationships at all levels.
• Authentic and able to demonstrate and influence behaviours aligned with EMCCA values.

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Closing date: 2nd March