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Interim Head of Learning & Organisational Development
Location: Home London with travel
Contract: 6-month FTC (with potential extension)
Salary: £55,000
We are working with a respected national charity to appoint an Interim Head of Learning & Organisational Development. This is a pivotal leadership role within the Equity, Inclusion & Organisational Development directorate, offering the chance to shape culture, equity, and inclusion at the heart of an organisation with national impact.
Reporting to the Assistant Director of Equity, Inclusion & Organisational Development, you will lead a team of six in delivering the charity's learning and OD strategy. You will oversee the design and delivery of development programmes, strengthen leadership capability, and drive initiatives that embed inclusivity and values-led behaviours across the organisation.
Acting as a senior partner to the executive team, you will identify future capability needs, lead culture change projects, and ensure that colleagues and volunteers are fully equipped to deliver the organisation's strategic objectives.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the L&OD business partnering model, ensuring alignment to organisational priorities.
Deliver annual learning needs analysis and a charity-wide L&OD plan.
Oversee leadership, inclusion, and continuous learning programmes.
Drive culture change initiatives, embedding equity and anti-racism.
Act as a trusted adviser to senior leaders and contribute at executive level.
Lead, inspire, and develop a team of six, fostering innovation and impact.About You
CIPD Chartered (or equivalent senior-level experience).
Extensive track record delivering L&D and OD strategies in complex organisations.
Strong expertise in leadership development, culture change, and inclusion.
Skilled stakeholder manager with credibility at senior levels.
Demonstrable knowledge of equity and anti-racism, with evidence of practical application.
Budget management and LMS/learning technologies experience (desirable).Why Apply?
This is a rare opportunity to step into a high-impact leadership role where you will directly shape organisational culture, leadership, and engagement on a national scale. The role is home-based, with some UK travel, and offers both flexibility and purpose.
If you are an experienced L&D/OD leader ready to deliver meaningful change in a values-driven environment, we would welcome a conversation.
About Us
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.
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