Interim Head of Learning & Organisational Development

Ashley Kate HR; London; Hybrid; GBP 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected national charity is seeking an Interim Head of Learning & Organisational Development to shape culture, equity, and inclusion. In this pivotal leadership role, you will lead a team to deliver the charity's learning and development strategy. Ideal candidates will have strong expertise in leadership development and experience in driving culture change initiatives. This role offers the chance for impactful work with some travel across the UK.

Qualifications

• Extensive track record delivering L&D and OD strategies in complex organisations.
• Demonstrable knowledge of equity and anti-racism with evidence of practical application.
• Budget management experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead the L&OD business partnering model aligned 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.

Skills

Leadership development

Equity and inclusion expertise

Stakeholder management

Culture change initiatives

Education

CIPD Chartered or equivalent experience

Tools

LMS/learning technologies

Job description

Overview

Interim Head of Learning & Organisational Development

Location: London with travel

Contract: 6-month FTC (with potential extension)

Salary: £55,000 per annum

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.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please do not hesitate to contact Darren Keeling on 0203 800 1500

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