Job Introduction
BPP is one of the UK’s leading professional and academic education providers, operating as part of the newly launched Lyceum Education Group, a global parent brand that brings together 11 specialist education businesses across the UK, Europe, Canada and Australia.
An opportunity has arisen for a Senior Learning Partner to join the team on a 12-month fixed term contract. You will essentially be responsible for providing strategic people-solutions in relation to the learning and development lifecycle across the BPP Group.
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure alignment of BPP Group learning, including our annual Performance and Career Development cycle, working with key stakeholders up to a senior level across the BPP Group
- Create and facilitate talent development sessions for BPP Group employees up to a senior level to enable continuous skills development and support a learning culture mindset
- Act as a trusted Talent and Learning business partner, proactively engaging senior stakeholders to understand business priorities and translate these into relevant learning solutions, while effectively promoting and embedding Talent and Learning offerings across the BPP Group.
- Provide talent management, learning and leadership development expertise including creating and delivering bespoke global talent interventions and collaborating with external BPP consultants, as required
- Work closely with the Head of Talent and Learning to shape, influence and deliver the Talent and Learning strategy, ensuring alignment to BPP’s wider business and growth objectives.
- Lead end-to-end talent and learning projects autonomously, ensuring exceptional stakeholder management and delivery of the projects to a high standard
- Manage and develop a small Talent and Learning team, providing clear direction, coaching and support to ensure high performance and delivery of agreed priorities.
- Work collaboratively with the team to create a curated and targeted online learning offering and environment
- Identify trends and track overall ROI on any learning and talent development interventions
What we’re looking for
To be successful in this role you will need to have a proven track record in the following areas:
- Significant experience of working in a learning and development environment within complex, change driven and fast paced organisations
- Experience of designing and delivering a diverse range of learning interventions up to and including senior audiences
- Experience of leadership and management development including the use of psychometric tools
- Proven experience of leading and developing a small team within a Talent, Learning or HR function.
- Knowledge of all aspects of Talent and L&D to ensure that the art of the possible is considered and understood by key stakeholders
- Proven highly effective stakeholder management skills and a pro-active client-focused approach
Nice to have:
- CIPD Level 5 or equivalent qualification desirable
- Coaching qualification desirable
What if you read the description and don't meet every single requirement? We encourage you to apply anyway - we value diverse backgrounds and are committed to inclusivity!
Why work for BPP Education Group?
It is a great time to join BPP Education Group as we have enjoyed a sustained period of growth, offering a wealth of opportunities to our staff, students and clients. There are many more great reasons to join BPP Education Group such as:
- Study any of BPP’s courses for free – be it a professional qualification or full degree.
- With hybrid working available, you’ll be able to split your time between one of our centres and wherever you choose to call home. (2 days a week on site)
- 30 days annual leave (38 days total) plus the option to purchase 10 additional!
Other key benefits include our Group Personal Pension Plan, dedicated private healthcare and dental plans that offer additional assurance to look after you and your family
How will this process work?
The interview process for this position will consist of the following stages:
- Competency style interview with two team members – 60 minutes
Please note that the successful candidate will be required to undergo certain checks such as a DBS.
As a Disability Confident employer, BPP is committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the interview process. Candidates are encouraged to share any adjustment requirements ahead of interview so these can be considered and accommodated.
BPP part of Lyceum Education Group actively promotes equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent, skills and potential, and welcomes applications from a wide range of candidates. BPP will select candidates for interview based on their skills, qualifications and experience. Please note that for those posts that are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a DBS check in addition to BPP undertaking any necessary online searches. This is deemed appropriate and necessary from a safeguarding perspective, and in line with BPP safer recruitment practices
BPP part of Lyceum Education Group reserves the right to amend or withdraw this advertisement at any time prior to the closing date, should we receive a high volume of applications or if business needs change.
