Lead Talent Development Partner

Internal Job Title:Lead Talent Development Partner

Business:Lucy Group Ltd

Location: Oxford (Hybrid)

Job Reference No:3957

Job Purpose:

Lucy Group is seeking a Lead Talent Development Partnerto play a strategic role in designing and delivering impactful learning and development programmes across Lucy Group and foster a culture of continuous learning across Lucy Group. This role will lead the development of structured learning programmes that enhance workforce capability and align with business strategy. In particular, the role will focus on training programmes that support skills development, career pathways, leadership growth, and compliance requirements. The position requires strong collaboration with senior stakeholders and a deep understanding of digital learning tools and analytics.

Business Overview:

Lucy Group is an international group that makes the built environment sustainable. Our electric businesses advance the transition to a carbon-free world with infrastructure that enables renewable energy and smart cities. Our real estate businesses support sustainable living through responsible property development and investment.

Job Context:

We are looking for a highly organised, data driven and experienced L&D professional who can design L&D programmes that support business strategic goals at a global level. This role will have worked for an industrial multinational business, preferably in the manufacturing sector, and will have significant senior stakeholder level experience of evaluating learning and development strategies. The role will report to and support the Global Head of Leadership, Development & Coaching and will form part of the Lucy Groups Talent COE (centre of excellence) based from our head office in Oxford.

Job Dimensions:

• This is a hybrid role working from the Oxford office or out at one of our UK site 2-3 days per week.
• Some travel will be required for effective stakeholder engagement.

Key Accountabilities:

• Strategic Learning Design - Develop training programmes that align with Lucy Group's business objectives and workforce needs.
• Skills & Career Pathway Mapping - Structure learning interventions to support employee progression and leadership development.
• Training Needs Analysis (TNA) - Identify skill gaps and design targeted development solutions.
• E-Learning & LMS Management - Oversee digital learning platforms and ensure seamless training delivery.
• L&D Programme Management - Manage the core global learning programmes and ensure that they are effectively communicated.
• Compliance & Mandatory Training - Ensure adherence to industry regulations and company-wide training requirements.
• Kirkpatrick Model Evaluation - Measure training effectiveness and drive continuous improvement.
• Training Programme Delivery - The delivery of internal programmes.
• Stakeholder Engagement - Collaborate with senior leaders to integrate L&D strategies into business planning.

Minimum Qualifications, knowledge & Experience

• CIPD Level 5 in Learning & Development.
• Minimum 10 years' experience in L&D programme design, preferably within engineering or manufacturing companies.
• Expertise in succession planning, leadership development, and workforce analytics.
• Strong understanding of LMS platforms, e-learning tools, and compliance training.
• Ability to engage senior leaders and align L&D strategies with business goals
• Proven experience in learning and development, with a focus on programme management.
• Exceptional understanding of learning and development best practices and methodologies.
• Excellent project management and organisational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent analytical skills to assess training needs and programme effectiveness.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Excellent service orientation, attention to detail, ability to manage several projects running concurrently, first class written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in using learning management systems and other relevant software, using data from them to continuously evaluate and improve programme impact and experience.

Desired Experience:

• Oracle fusion Learning and Grow platforms.
• Korn Ferry competency framework.
• Data Collection and Analysis
• Planning and Organising
• LMS, E-learning and Computer Based Training
• Tech Savvy
• Communicates Effectively
• Manages Complexity
• Develops Talent
• Demonstrable examples of using Lucy values

Does this sound interesting? We would love to hear from you. Our application process is quick and easy. Apply today!