HR Consultant - Learning and Development

East Sussex County Council; Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Learning and Development Consultant to enhance the professional growth of their employees. This role involves managing a team, coordinating training activities, and ensuring effective budget administration. The ideal candidate will possess strong organisational skills, a customer-focused mindset, and a commitment to promoting diversity and equality in learning. Join a supportive team that values personal and team development, and contribute to delivering vital community services. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact within a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing training events and budgets.
• Ability to identify organisational learning needs.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of Learning and Development assistants.
• Coordinate training activities and administer the corporate training budget.

Skills

Organisational Skills

Customer Service

Diversity and Equality Awareness

Team Development

Education

Relevant Degree or Equivalent Experience

Job description

Job Title: Learning and Development Consultant

Are you passionate about learning and development and keen to support the professional growth of East Sussex County Council employees? We have an exciting opportunity for a Learning and Development Consultant to join our Organisational Development and Training Team.

Responsibilities:

1. Manage a team of Learning and Development assistants.
2. Coordinate training activities.
3. Administer the corporate training budget.

Your role will directly contribute to staff development, enabling them to deliver vital community services. Experience in managing training events and budgets is advantageous. Please refer to the full job description and person specification for more details.

Work Location and Hours:

The role is based at St. Mary's House, Eastbourne, and requires coverage during the following hours:

• Monday - Thursday: 08.30 - 17.00
• Friday: 08.30 - 16.30

Candidate Profile:

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage a diverse workload.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Support personal and team development.
• Identify organisational learning needs, with a focus on embedding diversity and equality.
• Customer-focused approach and promoting a positive customer service culture.

We welcome applications for full-time, part-time, or job share arrangements. This is a 1-year fixed-term contract.

Application Process:

Please submit a CV and cover letter (no more than 2 pages) explaining how you meet the essential and desirable criteria as per the person specification.

Interviews will be held in person during the week commencing 12 May 2025. If unavailable on these dates, please inform us to consider alternative arrangements.

For an informal discussion, contact Lynsey Chapple, Lead Learning and Development and OD Consultant.

Additional Benefits and Information:

Further details about our benefits can be found on our website. Your salary will be pro-rata if part-time or term-time only.

Work Permits and Sponsorship:

We may assist with obtaining a Work Permit, subject to UK Border Agency requirements. Please indicate in your application if sponsorship is needed.

Reasonable Adjustments and Equal Opportunities:

If you require adjustments to participate fully in the process, contact the hiring manager. East Sussex County Council is an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all backgrounds.