Talent Development Lead

City of London Permanent £45,000 - £50,000 per year View Job Description
We are seeking an exceptional Talent Development Lead with a strong background in human resources and talent management. The successful candidate will be responsible for shaping and driving the talent development strategy across our rapidly growing business services company.
  • Opportunity to influence employees' growth and development
  • Join a company that fosters inclusivity and values continuous learning

About Our Client

The organisation is a leading player in the recruitment industry with a strong global presence. They are renowned for their commitment to delivering high-quality services and their strong focus on employee growth and development.

Job Description

  • Coordinating Training Programs: Plan and organise training sessions, manage logistics and registration, maintain the training calendar to avoid conflicts, and serve as the primary contact for participants, handling communication and feedback.
  • Designing and Facilitating Learning Sessions: Create accessible, engaging training materials, lead interactive sessions on diverse topics, and customise content to suit both entry-level and experienced employees.
  • Coaching, Mentoring, Quality Assurance, and Feedback: Provide one-on-one support, mentor early-career employees, deliver constructive feedback, and promote collaborative learning through peer-based programs.
  • Administrative Support for Learning and Development: Document sessions, track attendance and feedback, monitor progress, and generate reports to continually improve training outcomes.
  • Supporting Business Development Needs: Identify skill gaps with managers, propose relevant training, and create individualised development plans aligned with career goals.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Talent Development Lead should have:

  • Proven experience in talent development or a similar role in the recruitment or sales industry
  • Strong knowledge of talent management practices and trends
  • Skilled in leading and co-facilitating interactive, engaging training sessions.
  • Strong organisational skills for coordinating training schedules and participant logistics.
  • Experienced in mentoring and coaching (ideally in recruitment/sales) to support employee development.
  • Clear, concise communicator able to provide feedback, lead discussions, and adapt style for diverse learners.
  • Proficient in managing training documentation, tracking progress, gathering feedback, and reporting outcomes.
  • Proficient in Salesforce, LinkedIn Recruiter, and Talent Insights, with quick adaptability to new systems
  • Committed to inclusive training, ensuring accessibility for neurodivergent and disabled employees.

What's on Offer

  • An estimated yearly salary of 45,000 - 50,000 GBP
  • A comprehensive benefits package
  • Opportunity to work with a diverse and dynamic team in London that champions continuous learning and offers opportunities for personal and professional development, including the chance to earn professional qualifications in talent development and coaching.
  • Play a key role in directly influencing employees' growth and development by delivering dynamic and engaging training programs.



We encourage those who feel they are a good fit for this role to apply and join our London-based team.

Contact
Katia Peden
Quote job ref
JN-112024-6581295
Phone number
+442072692182

Job summary

Job function
Human Resources
Subsector
Talent Management
Sector
Business Services
Location
City of London
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Katia Peden
Consultant phone
+442072692182
Job reference
JN-112024-6581295