Talent Development Advisor (Learning and Development / L&D)

pioneer group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK-based organization is seeking a Talent Development Advisor to enhance colleague capabilities and support talent management. This full-time role includes designing and delivering effective learning initiatives and guiding managers on onboarding. The position offers 29 days of annual leave, flexible working arrangements, and various wellbeing benefits. Additionally, the organization values diversity and promotes a culture of inclusivity, making it a great place for all individuals to thrive.

Benefits

29 days of annual leave

Pension schemes

Health Cash Plan

Family Friendly policy

Learning and Development opportunities

Staff social events

Qualifications

• Experience in designing and delivering effective learning programs.
• Ability to provide guidance on onboarding processes.
• Strong communication skills to work with various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver learning initiatives.
• Guide managers in onboarding new employees.
• Support the Head of People & OD in learning initiatives.

Skills

Learning initiatives design

Talent management

Onboarding processes

Stakeholder management

Coaching

Job description

Talent Development Advisor (Learning and Development / L&D)

Castle Vale, Birmingham

Agile Working

£27,537

£31,292 depending on skills

Full Time

Fixed Term Contract – 10 months maternity cover

Closing Date: Friday the 2nd January 2026

Overview

We have an exciting opportunity for a Talent Development Advisor to join our People team! This is a new role to help drive our People Strategy which will focus on Talent Management, Succession Planning and Professional Standards.

Responsibilities

• Designing, developing and delivering effective learning initiatives that enhance colleague skills, knowledge and behaviours to support improved capability and career development across the Pioneer Group.
• Providing guidance to managers across the group to design and implement effective onboarding and planning inductions for new employees.
• Supporting the Head of People & OD in planning and organising all learning and development initiatives within the Pioneer Group.
• Working closely with the wider People Team and building relationships with key stakeholders across the business.

Benefits

• Part‑time hours considered; please make this clear in your application.
• 29 days basic annual leave (full time) + Bank Holidays.
• Pension schemes.
• Commitment to safety and wellbeing including access to a Bupa Health Cash Plan which provides discounts on gym membership, sports equipment and days out, as well as reimbursement on NHS prescription charges, eye tests, dental care and physiotherapy.
• Commitment to work‑life balance through our Agile / flexible working principles.
• Family Friendly policy with enhanced benefits.
• Learning and Development opportunities.
• Internal coaching and mentoring opportunities.
• Staff social events.
• Mentoring and coaching, wellbeing champion new starter Buddy as part of your probation and opportunities to shadow other departments.

Equal Opportunities

The Pioneer Group is a committed equal opportunities employer. We seek to attract, develop and retain talented people from a diverse range of background and cultures. We value and respect individuality and engage a culture within our organisation where people can thrive and be themselves. We also make sure employees are valued for their strengths and experiences. Everyone who either applies to or works for the organisation is treated equally, regardless of gender, age, ethnic origin, nationality, marital status, sexual orientation or religious beliefs.