Talent & Engagement Specialist

GKN Aerospace; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in Birmingham is seeking a Talent & Engagement Specialist to enhance internal talent strategies. This hybrid role requires collaboration across UK and international sites, focusing on employee engagement and development initiatives. Candidates should have a related Bachelor's degree and experience in HR or talent development. Competitive salary, bonus opportunities, and various perks are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus up to 15%

Industry Leading Pension Scheme

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in talent development or HR roles.
• Knowledge of adult learning principles and training methodologies.
• Understanding of performance management best practices.

Responsibilities

• Support talent development programs.
• Conduct needs assessments for training.
• Facilitate workshops and training sessions.
• Analyze engagement survey results and implement action plans.
• Communicate with employees about company culture.

Skills

Talent development

Employee engagement

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field

Tools

HR software

Learning Management Systems (LMS)

Data analysis tools

Job description

Fantastic challenges. Amazing opportunities.

GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further, faster and greener! Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity sets the standards in our industry, we’re inspired by the opportunities to innovate and break boundaries. We’re proud to play a part in protecting the world’s democracies. And we’re committed to putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do, opening up and protecting our planet. With over 16,000 employees across 33 manufacturing sites in 12 countries we serve over 90% of the world’s aircraft and engine manufacturers and achieved sales of £3.35 bn. in 2023. There are no limits to where you can take your career.

Job Summary

We’re looking for a Talent & Engagement Specialist, to join our Defence business line at GKN Aerospace. You’ll play a key role in shaping and delivering our internal talent and engagement strategy. Reporting to the HR Director (based in the U.S.), you’ll collaborate closely with the Central Talent Team, HR Site Leaders, and Managers to support the development, retention, and engagement of our people.

This is not a recruitment role, this is a strategic, internally focused role, driving initiatives that enhance employee experience, support career development, and align talent strategies with business goals across our four Defence business lines sites in the UK, Netherlands, and U.S.

This is a hybrid role offering the flexibility to work from home. Ideally, you will be based within a suitable travel distance to our Luton manufacturing facility, as occasional on-site attendance (approximately once a month) will be required to support work and project plans. Additionally, there is a requirement to travel to our East Cowes, Isle of Wight facility as needed for similar business purposes, (which may include overnight stays). Alternatively, you may be based near East Cowes, Isle of Wight with travel to Luton as required. You’ll support across the remaining Defence Business Line sites (Netherlands and U.S.) by virtual means.

Job Responsibilities

• Help support talent development programs aimed at enhancing employees’ skills and career growth.
• Conduct needs assessments where appropriate to identify training and development opportunities across the business line.
• Facilitate workshops and training sessions to promote continuous learning and development areas with focus on leadership engagement.
• Support engagement strategies that foster a positive organisational culture.
• Analyse engagement survey results and work with leadership to implement action plans to address areas of opportunity.
• Be an active member of the Aerospace Talent & Engagement community to support ensure effective roll out of tools and resources.
• Effectively communicate and mentor employees on company culture and principles.
• Champion the Gallup Strengths Finder tool and support our leaders to leverage strengths of their teams and individuals.
• Collaborate with managers to establish clear performance objectives and development plans for employees.
• Support the performance review process by providing guidance and resources to managers and employees.
• Assist in the Talent Review process with items such as identification of high-potential employees and create tailored development plans for them.
• To manage and deliver reports and data on talent and engagement when required.
• Support the early careers strategy from identification of needs, candidate selection and managing the process for the business line.
• Communicate development opportunities and resources effectively to all employees.
• Any other reasonable duties.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organisational Development, or a related field.
• Proven experience in talent development, employee engagement, or HR roles.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships at all levels.
• Knowledge of adult learning principles and training methodologies.
• Proficiency in HR software, Learning Management Systems (LMS), and data analysis tools.
• Understanding of performance management best practices and employee engagement strategies.

Personal Attributes:

• Passionate about employee development and fostering a positive workplace culture.
• Creative thinker with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
• Empathetic and approachable, with a focus on supporting employee growth and well-being.

What We'll Offer

• Competitive salary dependent on experience.
• Industry Leading Pension Scheme = we’ll match your contributions up to 8% on a 1 : 1.5 basis.
• The opportunity to earn up 15% bonus.
• Life Assurance 8 x salary.
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays.
• Income protection.
• Shopping discounts.
• Cycle To Work Scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Virtual GP Clinic for you and immediate family.
• Enhanced family friendly leave.
• A collaborative, dynamic working environment.

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A Great Place to work needs a Great Way of Working

Everyone is welcome to apply to GKN. We believe that we can only achieve our ambitions through a coming together of diverse minds who enjoy collaborating in an inspirational environment. Through our commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging and by living our five powerful principles we’ve created a culture where everyone feels welcome to contribute. It’s a culture that won us ‘The Best Workplace Culture Award’. By embracing and celebrating what makes us unique we encourage everyone to bring their full self to work.

We’re also committed to providing an accessible recruitment process, so if you require reasonable adjustments at any stage during our recruitment process please get in touch and let us know.

We are the place where human dreams, plus human endeavour, shape the future of aerospace innovation and technology.