Head of Talent and Leadership

We are working with an exciting client who are seeking a strategic and delivery-focused Head of Talent and Leadership to lead the design and implementation of senior leadership and talent development initiatives. This role will shape leadership capability, support succession planning, and drive a culture of high performance and inclusion. The role will be based in Berkshire and will need someone in the office 3 days per week. Strategic Leadership Design and implement a leadership development strategy aligned to organisational goals. Partner with senior stakeholders to identify current and future leadership capability needs. Evaluate and refine leadership initiatives to ensure relevance, impact, and innovation. Programme Design & Delivery Lead the design and execution of senior leadership development programmes, including coaching, workshops, and masterclasses (primarily delivered through third parties). Source and manage high-quality external providers and tools to deliver engaging learning experiences. Serve as subject matter expert (SME) in leadership development, supporting the wider Learning & Development team. Talent Management Lead high-potential talent identification and development processes. Support succession planning through targeted interventions and readiness strategies. Monitor the impact of leadership development on performance, retention, and capability uplift. Diversity & Inclusion Collaborate with senior leaders to embed inclusive development strategies and programmes. Oversee employee network groups, ensuring visible leadership support and strategic alignment. Facilitate the organisations D&I committee and drive accountability for diversity targets. What Youll Bring Proven experience in leadership development and talent strategy Strong facilitation skills and experience working with senior leaders Track record of delivering learning solutions through third parties Knowledge of succession planning and high-potential frameworks Experience embedding D&I into learning and development Strong stakeholder management and communication skills55b20050-bc17-4e5d-bfce-3c406318dffc

Created: 2025-08-01