People Development Specialist – Learning & Growth Lead

Great Places Housing Association; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused housing organization in Manchester is seeking a People Development Specialist for a 12-month FTC. This role involves embedding a colleague-led learning culture and delivering high-quality training initiatives across the organization. The ideal candidate will hold a relevant certification or have extensive experience in HR & L&D functions, possess excellent communication and facilitation skills, and be able to work flexibly. Benefits include a competitive salary, pension contributions, and wellbeing initiatives.

Benefits

Pension scheme with up to 10% contribution

Healthcare scheme with savings options

Annual leave starting at 26 days

Discounts on various services and products

Qualifications

• CIPD Level 3 or alternative L&D certification or relevant HR experience.
• Experience of designing and delivering training initiatives.
• Strong facilitation skills and experience in digital learning solutions.

Responsibilities

• Work proactively with business for tailored learning delivery.
• Lead ongoing learning needs analysis and design training interventions.
• Facilitate development activities, including onboarding and soft skills training.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Facilitation skills

Strong IT skills

Customer-focussed mindset

Education

CIPD Level 3 or L&D certification

Tools

Learning Management System

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

A community-focused housing organization in Manchester is seeking a People Development Specialist for a 12-month FTC. This role involves embedding a colleague-led learning culture and delivering high-quality training initiatives across the organization. The ideal candidate will hold a relevant certification or have extensive experience in HR & L&D functions, possess excellent communication and facilitation skills, and be able to work flexibly. Benefits include a competitive salary, pension contributions, and wellbeing initiatives.