People and Organizational Development Lead

A leading organisation at the forefront of public sector innovation, our client is seeking a passionate People and Organisational Development Lead to drive strategic HR initiatives and shape the organisation's future talent landscape. This is a fantastic opportunity to influence workforce development within a dynamic and supportive environment. Salary/Benefits: Competitive salary of £61,673Hybrid working arrangement37 hours per week, Monday to Friday About your next employer: This organisation operates within the public sector, delivering vital services that impact communities and stakeholders across the region. With a collaborative team environment and a commitment to innovation, they are a top-tier employer that values strategic leadership and employee wellbeing. Reporting directly to senior management, you'll be part of a forward-thinking team that plays a key role in shaping organisational culture and workforce development. About you: Significant experience in HR, organisational development or learning & development within a complex environmentStrong leadership and team management skills, with proven ability to develop strategic plansExcellent stakeholder engagement skills, including working with trade unions and external partnersKnowledge of HR policies, legislative requirements, and best practice standardsAbility to develop and manage budgets and report on financial performanceEffective communicator, capable of presenting reports to senior leadership What you'll do: Lead the organisation's People and Organisational Development function, setting strategic prioritiesManage the wider team, providing guidance, oversight, and performance managementDrive the development of a robust succession planning framework for critical rolesManage the HR budgets, including forecasting, monitoring, and reportingSupport the embedding and review of HR policies, maintaining compliance and supporting change managementPrepare strategic reports and recommendations for senior leadership and governance bodiesBuild effective relationships with internal teams and trade unions For further information on this job, apply via the link or contact the VANRATH office for a confidential chat today.