Learning and Development Manager, Derby , 4 days a week
Porterbrook Leasing Company specialises in the leasing and asset management of passenger and freight railway rolling stock and associated equipment. Based in Derby with a corporate Head Office in London, the organisation has undergone a period of transformational change as it responds to the changing landscape in rail and is taking an active lead in the industry in terms of innovation. People are at the heart of the business and having a well-developed team essential for business success.
Reporting to the Head of HR, the Learning and Development Manager will lead the delivery of the learning and development strategy for Porterbrook to ensure that all staff are developed to reach their full potential, whilst ensuring that all the necessary frameworks are in place to support a high-performance culture and the organisational values. The role will support the business in its aspiration to become a Platinum level Investor in People organisation. Key elements of the role will include the creation of a competency framework, initiatives to embed the organisational values and behaviours, team building programmes and soft skills training. In addition, the role holder will design and deliver training initiatives to meet the development needs arising from personal development plans.
Th ideal candidate will hold a degree or equivalent in education, human resources or a related field with appropriate membership of an accredited body, ideally CIPD; experience of using a HRIS such as PeopleHR is also helpful.
You must demonstrate a track record in building learning and development strategies along with designing and executing successful training programmes, including programmes for those with high potential, management and leadership development and soft skills and be able to deliver a programme of blended learning. This is a role which offers a great balance between strategy setting and hands on delivery, supported by administrative support.
As you would expect excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to plan, multi-task and manage time effectively is required along with excellent presentation and public speaking skills to complement your written presentation skills. A background in rail or engineering would be a distinct advantage.
We are seeking the very best talent to join the team, and offer an excellent salary, along with bonus and benefits. There is the opportunity to move your existing railway pension scheme to Porterbrook with this new role.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a great organisation with excellent people and a road map for the future to grow and develop the business. The Porterbrook HR team have also recently been shortlisted for awards by People Management and Personnel Today. The role is part time, contracted to 4 days a week, based from Derby with some flexible home working.
To apply please upload your CV and a covering letter with full details of why you would be a great addition to the Porterbrook team, along with details of your current salary and notice period to our retained recruitment consultant
Porterbrook is a disability confident employer.
