Talent Development Advisor

Macmillan Davies; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading national business is seeking a passionate Talent Development Advisor to shape and deliver talent development programmes. This hybrid role based in Manchester involves mentoring, advising managers, and building partnerships across teams. Ideal candidates will have experience in designing development programmes, excellent relationship-building capabilities, and the ability to manage complex workloads. Competitive salary of £32,000 per annum. Apply today or contact our representative for more details.

Qualifications

• Experience designing and delivering development programmes, including apprenticeships.
• Strong skills in relationship-building with HR, L&D, and external partners.
• Proven ability to deliver projects to deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Design, deliver, and improve talent development programmes.
• Provide expert advice and mentoring to managers.
• Coordinate programmes to meet business needs.

Skills

Experience designing development programmes

Excellent relationship-building skills

Ability to manage complex workloads

Confident advising managers

Education

GCSE English and Maths

Level 3 CIPD

Level 5 Coaching

Job description

Talent Development Advisor, £32,000 Per Annum, Permanent, Manchester (Hybrid)

Macmillan Davies is proud to be partnering with a leading national business in search of a Talent Development Advisor. This role will be critical in shaping, delivering, and assessing programmes that drive professional development, support career progression, and attract early talent.

Main duties include:

• Design, deliver, and improve high-quality talent development programmes that drive retention.
• Provide expert advice to managers and leaders, offering mentoring and career support.
• Coordinate and administer programmes to meet business needs, delivering excellent service aligned with business values.
• Build strong partnerships across HR, OD, and leadership teams
• Represent business with external education and local authority partners.
• Manage apprenticeship providers, ensure safeguarding and compliance, and maintain accurate reporting data.
• Promote collaboration and a proactive mindset to deliver effective talent solutions.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience designing and delivering development programmes, including apprenticeships, mentoring, and coaching.
• Excellent relationship-building skills with HR, L&D, business stakeholders, and external partners.
• Proven ability to manage complex workloads and coordinate projects as well as and deliver to deadlines.
• Confident advising managers and leaders, with clear and effective written and verbal communication.
• GCSE English and Maths (essential); Level 3 CIPD and Level 5 Coaching (desirable); commitment to ongoing professional development.

If you're passionate about coaching, mentoring, and creating opportunities for career growth, please apply by uploading your most to up to date CV today.

Alternatively, please contact Amy Mottershead at [e-mail] for further details.