Talent & Development Specialist

About the Position

Talent & Development Specialist

Ashley Kate HR & Finance are partnering with our global client as they recruit a Talent Specialist into their dedicated HR function. We're looking for a proactive and people-focused Talent Specialist to help shape the future of their UK workforce. In this role, you'll support the full talent lifecycle, developing high-potential employees, ensuring they have the tools, opportunities, and support they need to grow.

Responsibilities

• Manager Development: Promote and train managers in using Group development tools such as mentoring, job shadowing, 360° feedback, and IDPs, providing guidance, upskilling, and supporting documentation.
• Training Supplier Management: Select, coordinate, and manage external training providers to meet business development needs.
• Learning Rollouts: Play an active role in implementing Group learning programmes, including WMIH workshops and academy initiatives.
• Talent Pipeline Development: Design, lead, and support talent pipeline development.
• L&D Community Engagement: Contribute to the Group L&D Community of Practice and support branding and content for the UK L&D intranet pages.
• Mentoring Top Talent: Mentor top talents and employees with specific development needs, partnering with senior leaders to identify and support high-potential individuals.
• Education Partnerships: Act as the main contact for colleges and universities to strengthen our talent pipeline and recruitment strategy.
• Annual L&D Planning: Support annual planning and budgeting for training and development activities.
• Performance Cycle Support: Support managers through the performance cycle, ensuring SMART target setting and regular coaching conversations.

Requirements

• Experience in Talent, Learning & Development, or a related HR field with a strong emphasis on Talent development.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders, including managers, senior leaders, training providers, and education partners.
• A proactive, organized, and detail-focused approach to planning and delivery.

Nice to Have

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Psychology, Economics, or a related field.
• CIPD membership (or working towards it).
• Experience in Learning & Development, Talent Management.
• Strong communication and project management skills.
• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners.

We Offer

• Competitive salary: £45,000.00 - £55,000.00 per annum.
• Full-time position.
• Opportunity to shape the future of our UK workforce.

About the Company

Ashley Kate is recognized as a 'Recruiter of Choice' for HR and Finance recruitment. Our business model centers around becoming a true business partner for our candidates and clients and our ability to offer a portfolio of services designed to meet your specific recruitment needs.

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group of companies Privacy Notice.

Location: Belper, Derbyshire, GB

Apply now to join our team and help shape the future of our UK workforce!