An award-winning employer , our people are trusted and responsible , believing in what they do with a clear commitment to contribute to transforming the world we live in and shaping a world of trust. Bureau Veritas operates in a wide range of sectors, delivering Testing, Inspection and Certification services to some of the world’s biggest household names. With more than 400,000 global clients and a reputation for quality , we are at the forefront of service and innovation.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do , which is why we have worked hard to create a supportive and engaging working environment, which is open and inclusive and individuals are given the opportunity to fulfil their potential and really leave their mark.

Role: Talent & Development Lead

Location: Manchester – Hybrid Working (2 days per week in the office)

Package: Competitive with a fantastic benefits package including private healthcare + buy and sell holidays

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Role Purpose

In the role of Talent & Development Lead you will support and implement Learning and development programmes for the UK team, act as key user and authority on Bureau Veritas e-learning system (Cornerstone) and maximise usage of this and ensure that we deliver a holistic programme of development that meets UK learning needs (for all levels in the business) from Management to Development to Functional knowledge management and sharing of best practice.

You will proactively partner with the HR Business Partners & Senior Leaders to implement the strategic and tactical develop needs – with the focus to discover and retain our talent. Key requirements of the role include: -

• Ability to build effective relationships with all levels of management

• Influencing skills with the ability to constructively challenge

• Strong organisational, time and project management skills

• Ability to identify opportunities for improvement, develop strategies, and implement solutions

You will need the ability to work autonomously and make your own decisions, but ensure all key stakeholders receive regular progress updates for a successful delivery against objectives.

What are we looking for?

• Passionate about learning and development - latest innovations, technologies, and trends

• Excellent organisation and project management / planning skills

• Accuracy and attention to detail

• Ability to prioritise own work and manage workload, working to deadlines

• Strong communication, interpersonal, customer service and presentation skills

• Ability to think and use initiative and apply common sense in professional, timely and courteous manner

• Influential, strong stakeholder manager with a customer focus

• Able to identify and assess learning needs, designing the appropriate content and delivery model

• Ability to perform a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure, be resourceful, creative and maintain flexibility.

• Demonstrable experience of implementing new L&D initiatives within an organisation, with positive results

What’s in it for you?

Core benefits include:

• 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

• Private medical

• Life assurance

• Professional membership subscription

• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity leave

• Employee Assistance Programme and up to

• 2x paid volunteering days a year

Flexible benefits include:

• Electric Car Scheme

• Cycle to Work

• Tech scheme

• Travel insurance

• Dental insurance

• Gym and retail discounts

• option to buy and sell holiday

• Give As You Earn scheme.

Please be aware that all roles within Bureau Veritas UK&I may require a DBS, Credit or Security Clearance Check.

Bureau Veritas is an equal opportunity employer. No job applicant or employee shall receive less favourable treatment because of their gender, marital or civil partnership status, sexual orientation, colour, race, ethnic origin, religion, disability or age.

Bureau Veritas operates a strict Code of Ethics that ensures the proper conduct of our day-to-day business.