Learning and Development Business Partner Job Summary This role focuses on ensuring excellence in the development and delivery of our early career and talent programmes. The objective is to meet the business’s needs for early careers and professional development, helping individuals embark on successful careers at Keltbray. The role holder will play a key role in delivering the People purpose of making Keltbray a place where our people thrive and the business succeeds. Main Responsibilities Collaborate with key stakeholders to establish current and future learning objectives and new training requirements, including training needs analysis for technical and statutory competencies. Lead On Early Career Activities Including Designing and managing apprenticeship programmes Supporting graduate entry schemes and development pathways Coordinating internships and placement opportunities Organising work experience programmes Coordination Of Academic And Professional Qualifications Support colleagues in obtaining and maintaining professional memberships and charterships, ensuring they have access to relevant resources and guidance Provide aligned support for delivering Social Value on projects Organise and work collaboratively with mentors, ensuring they are appropriately trained and supported in their mentoring roles Develop and deliver impactful outreach programmes in schools and colleges to promote career opportunities at Keltbray and attract early career talent. Develop and deliver learning workshops for early career colleagues to give them the skills and knowledge to succeed in their careers Oversee the coordination of early career programmes, ensuring alignment with project plans and timelines. Deliver key programme management elements such as manager briefings, supporting rotation and placement planning Deliver appropriate learning and development solutions which support effective talent management Lead on the management of a range of third party learning providers Skills Required Knowledge In-depth knowledge of learning and development principles and best practices, particularly in early career programmes Knowledge of apprenticeship programmes, including the Apprenticeship Levy, Digital Apprenticeship Service and CITB Experience in coaching and mentoring Experience working within the construction industry Experience in supporting professional development, including facilitating memberships and charterships with relevant professional bodies Skills & Abilities Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and influence stakeholders at all levels Demonstrated ability to develop and manage early career programmes effectively Competence in training and supporting mentors to ensure their effectiveness Professional and personable disposition Collaborative and facilitative approach Capability to support, coach, and inspire people at Keltbray to grow Equal Opportunities Keltbray are an equal opportunities employer, and we are determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status or race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable.
