Talent Development Coordinator - Investments

Willis Towers Watson; Leeds; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global consulting firm in the UK is seeking a Talent Development Coordinator to support their Global Talent Development team. In this role, you will coordinate and deliver various talent development programmes, working closely with stakeholders across multiple regions. The ideal candidate will have strong project management skills, be a confident communicator, and possess experience in Learning & Development. The firm offers a comprehensive benefits package including health and wellness offerings, hybrid working options, and a generous annual leave policy.

Benefits

25 days of annual leave plus one extra day

Private healthcare

Life insurance

Pension scheme

Electric vehicle car scheme

Cycle-to-work programme

Dental and optical cover

Qualifications

• Approximately three years’ experience in Learning & Development, Talent, HR, or related fields.
• CIPD Level 5 qualified or willing to pursue.
• Strong project management skills and stakeholder coordination.

Responsibilities

• Lead coordination and delivery of Talent Development programmes.
• Analyse feedback to identify trends for programme improvement.
• Develop quarterly budget reports for team review.

Skills

Project management

Data analysis

Communication

Stakeholder management

Education

CIPD Level 5 qualified or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Learning platforms or HR systems

Job description

Overview

A fantastic opportunity to join our Global Talent Development team as The Talent Development Coordinator. This role plays a central role in coordinating and progressing global Talent Development activity across approximately 1,000 Investment professionals in North America, Europe, and International regions. Working as part of a small Global Talent Development team, this role requires strong project management skills, confidence working with stakeholders, and a forward-looking mindset focused on improving how colleagues access and experience learning and development.

Project & Programme Coordination

• Lead the coordination and delivery of Talent Development programmes, ensuring projects are planned, tracked, and delivered on time, within scope, and to a high standard.
• Serve as the central point of accountability for multiple concurrent workstreams, tracking progress, dependencies, risks, and deadlines, and proactively prompting the team and stakeholders as needed.
• Partner with facilitators, executive coaches, and external training providers to ensure programme alignment and smooth delivery.
• Manage the global mentoring programme, including participant matching, progress monitoring, and check-ins.
• Maintain accurate programme documentation, process guides, and records to support continuity, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement.
• Support the identification of learning needs across the organisation by gathering insights from stakeholders, feedback, and data, contributing to structured learning pathways.

Evaluation, Insight & Continuous Improvement

• Analyse feedback surveys and learning data to identify trends, themes, and areas for improvement.
• Propose practical changes to programmes, processes, or communications based on insights.
• Contribute to the design and development of learning pathways, training materials, and other participant resources.
• Bring innovation to Talent Development activity, enhancing efficiency, accessibility, and overall learner experience.

Financial & Technology Support

• Develop quarterly budget reports for team review, monitoring spend across programmes and providers.
• Support the use of technology to improve Talent Development efficiency, reporting, and the user experience.
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes, reduce manual effort, and enhance scalability.

Communications & Engagement

• Develop and maintain clear communication channels to signpost colleagues to learning opportunities.
• Contribute to the preparation and production of Talent Development podcast content.
• Engage with colleagues to discuss development needs, guiding them to relevant learning pathways or programmes.
• Collaborate with HR colleagues and other business functions to ensure alignment with organisational priorities.

Qualifications

Requirement

• Approximately three years’ experience in Learning & Development, Talent, HR, or a related professional services environment.
• CIPD Level 5 qualified (or equivalent) or willing to work towards the qualification.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to coordinate multiple workstreams and keep stakeholders aligned.
• Confident communicator, able to influence and collaborate across levels and regions.
• Comfortable analysing data, drawing insights, and proposing improvements.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office; experience with learning platforms or HR systems desirable.

What we offer

Enjoy a benefits package designed to help you thrive, both professionally and personally. You\'ll receive 25 days of annual leave plus an extra WTW day to relax and recharge. Our comprehensive health and wellbeing offering includes private healthcare, life insurance, group income protection, and regular health assessments, all giving you peace of mind. Secure your future with our defined contribution pension scheme, featuring matched contributions up to 10% from the company.

We support your growth and balance with hybrid working options, access to an employee assistance programme, and a fully paid volunteer day to make a difference in your community. On top of these, you can opt into a variety of additional perks including an electric vehicle car scheme, share scheme, cycle-to-work programme, dental and optical cover, critical illness protection, and much more. Start making the most of your career and wellbeing with a range of benefits tailored for you.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We’re committed to equal employment opportunity and provide application, interview and workplace adjustments and accommodations to all applicants. If you foresee any barriers, from the application process through to joining WTW, please email [e-mail]