Head of People Capability & Learning Strategy

Ordnance Survey; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 71,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading geographic data organization in Southampton is looking for a People Capability Lead to shape talent and development strategies. The successful candidate will architect a roadmap ensuring the right skills and leadership for the future while managing a high-performing team. This role involves championing continuous learning and employee engagement in a hybrid work model. Extensive experience in HR or people change roles is essential, with a focus on delivering measurable impacts.

Benefits

Salary – c.£74k

Performance related bonus up to 10%

A competitive pension scheme

28 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Free subscription to OS Maps app

Access to online learning platforms

Life Assurance cover

Employee Assistance Programme

Flexible working

Annual volunteer day

OS Explorers Nursery discount

Parking or Cycle to Work scheme

Support for continuous improvement

Qualifications

• Experience in strategic planning and delivery in a leadership role.
• Background in various HR or People Change roles, including Learning and Leadership.
• Proven track record of delivering measurable impact from people capability initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of learning, talent, and succession frameworks.
• Act as trusted advisor to senior stakeholders on people capability.
• Manage and inspire a high-performing agile team.

Skills

Change Management

Culture

Diversity and Inclusion (D&I)

Employee Engagement

Leadership

Organizational Development (OD)

Organizational Structures

Target Operating Model (TOM)

Job description

A leading geographic data organization in Southampton is looking for a People Capability Lead to shape talent and development strategies. The successful candidate will architect a roadmap ensuring the right skills and leadership for the future while managing a high-performing team. This role involves championing continuous learning and employee engagement in a hybrid work model. Extensive experience in HR or people change roles is essential, with a focus on delivering measurable impacts.