Talent & Development Manager
Elis UK Limited
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Job summary
Elis UK Limited is seeking an experienced Talent & Development leader to design and embed talent management, succession planning and development programmes. You will partner with senior HR, and business leaders to build leadership capability, improve engagement and enable career progression.
You will also lead Learning & Development, ensuring programmes are engaging, inclusive and commercially aligned with our Group strategy.
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Occupational Psychology or equivalent.
- Significant experience in HR, talent management or learning & development with leadership focus.
- Proven experience designing talent management and development strategies.
- Experience leading a high-performing team.
- Strong stakeholder management with ability to influence senior leaders.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- Strong analytical capability using data to inform talent decisions.
- Proactive, collaborative and adaptable with strong organisational skills.
- Genuine passion for developing people and continuous improvement.
Responsibilities
- Lead talent management and succession planning initiatives.
- Design development programmes for high-potential employees and future leaders.
- Collaborate with senior leaders to identify talent and create clear career pathways.
- Use data to identify trends, measure effectiveness and inform workforce planning.
- Oversee Learning & Development programmes and Moodle content and deployment.
- Engage stakeholders and align UK programmes with Elis Group strategy.
- Manage budgets and resources for development projects.
- Provide reporting on talent development and learning impact.
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Job description
At Elis, we're more than a leading provider of textile, hygiene and facility services. We're an international business helping organisations across a wide range of industries operate safely, efficiently and sustainably.
With a presence in 31 countries and nearly 59,000 employees worldwide, we offer the strength and stability of a global organisation, combined with the opportunity to make a real impact and build a rewarding career.
Our people are at the heart of our success. We believe in creating an environment where everyone feels valued, supported and empowered to succeed. From investing in professional development to recognising individual contributions, we're committed to helping our people grow and achieve their ambitions.
We're proud of the recognition we've received for our commitment to people, sustainability and responsible business practices:
- World's Best Companies – Recognised among the world's leading employers, reflecting our commitment to building a great place to work.
- EcoVadis Platinum Medal – Recognition of our commitment to sustainability and responsible business practices.
- CIPD People Management Awards 2024 – Elis UK won Best Employee Engagement Experience Initiative for our Employee Voice programme, recognising our commitment to listening to our people and acting on their feedback.
Whether you're building your career in operations, engineering, logistics, sales or one of our support functions, you'll be joining a business that values teamwork, encourages new ideas and provides opportunities to develop and progress.
At Elis, you're not just joining a business. You're joining a team where your contribution matters and your career can grow.
This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of talent and development across Elis UK.
Reporting directly to the HR Director, you will be responsible for designing, implementing and embedding talent management, succession planning and development programmes that enable our people to reach their full potential while supporting the future needs of our business.
Working closely with senior leaders, HR Business Partners and the wider HR team, you will develop initiatives that strengthen leadership capability, improve employee engagement and retention, and create meaningful career development opportunities.
You will also lead the Learning & Development function, ensuring our development programmes are engaging, inclusive, commercially focused and aligned with our wider Group strategy.
- Talent Management & Succession Planning
- Lead and continuously improve our talent management and succession planning processes, including annual Talent Reviews and Personal Development Reviews (PDRs).
- Design and deliver talent development programmes for high‑potential employees, graduates, apprentices and future leaders.
- Work collaboratively with business leaders to identify talent, build succession pipelines and develop clear career pathways.
- Use talent data and insights to identify trends, measure effectiveness and support strategic workforce planning.
- Leadership & Employee Development
- Design and implement leadership development programmes that strengthen management capability across the business.
- Develop initiatives that improve line manager effectiveness, including coaching, feedback and 360‑degree assessment.
- Promote a culture of continuous learning, ensuring employees have access to relevant development opportunities.
- Work with the HR team and business leaders to support employee engagement and retention initiatives.
- Ensure all talent and development programmes promote diversity, inclusion and equal access to opportunities.
- Learning & Development Strategy
- Lead and support the Learning & Development function, driving performance and continuous improvement.
- Oversee the development and delivery of learning programmes, ensuring they meet business needs and deliver measurable outcomes.
- Manage and coordinate UK learning content and deployment through our Moodle Workplace Learning Management System.
- Review and enhance the onboarding experience to support the successful integration and development of new employees.
- Work with external training providers, professional bodies and consultants to introduce innovative learning solutions.
- Partner with the HR team to identify and implement apprenticeship opportunities that support internal development and career progression.
- Stakeholder Engagement & Delivery
- Build strong relationships with senior leaders and key stakeholders to embed talent and development initiatives across Elis UK.
- Ensure UK programmes are aligned with wider Elis Group development strategies.
- Manage development projects, budgets and resources effectively.
- Provide clear reporting and recommendations on talent development, succession planning and learning effectiveness.
We are looking for an experienced talent and development professional who combines strategic thinking with a hands‑on approach to delivery.
You will be passionate about developing people, confident in influencing senior stakeholders and capable of translating business needs into practical, impactful development solutions.
Essential Skills & Experience
- A Master's degree in Occupational Psychology or an equivalent qualification.
- Significant experience within HR, talent management or learning and development, with a strong background in leadership development and succession planning.
- Proven experience designing and delivering talent management and development strategies.
- Experience leading and developing a high‑performing team.
- Strong stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to influence and challenge senior leaders constructively.
- Excellent communication, presentation and relationship‑building skills.
- Strong analytical capability, with experience using data and insights to inform talent decisions.
- A proactive, collaborative and adaptable approach, with excellent organisational and project management skills.
- A genuine passion for developing people and building a culture of continuous improvement.
Desirable
- CIPD Level 5 qualification or above.
- Coaching qualification or relevant coaching experience.
- Experience working with Learning Management Systems (LMS), including Talentsoft or similar platforms.
- Experience developing talent and leadership programmes within a large, multi‑site organisation.
At Elis, we believe great people should be recognised, supported and given the opportunity to grow. In return for the impact you’ll make, you’ll receive a strong benefits package and the opportunity to build a long‑term career within an established international business.
We offer:
- salary – Competitive
- 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays – giving you time to switch off and recharge
- Private medical cover – supporting your health and wellbeing
- Company pension – 5% employer contribution alongside 5% employee contribution
- Life assurance – providing additional peace of mind for you and your family
- Investment in your development – with ongoing training and opportunities to grow your skills and leadership capabilities
- Genuine career progression – with opportunities to develop your career across Elis in the UK and our wider international business
- Long‑term stability – joining an established, successful international organisation
- A role where you can make an impact – with the autonomy to build strong customer relationships, drive retention and influence commercial performance
- A supportive, collaborative culture – where your ideas, expertise and contribution are valued
- 33 Days Holiday
- Company Pension
- Life Assurance
- Private Medical
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