Capability Development Lead Expert

Edp Group; Viseu; On-site; EUR 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

EDP Group is seeking a Capability Development Lead Expert to drive the group’s capability development agenda in a global, matrix environment. You will partner with business leaders and HR to translate priorities into scalable learning solutions and oversee a portfolio of initiatives that enhance workforce readiness and performance.

Responsibilities include designing programs, tracking KPIs, coordinating cross-functional teams, and ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and budgets to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, organizational psychology, business administration, education or related field.
• 8+ years in Learning & Development, Talent Development, Organizational Development or Capability Building.
• Experience designing enterprise-wide learning and capability development initiatives.
• Experience in complex multinational and matrix organizations.
• Strong stakeholder management and consulting skills, with ability to influence across levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and evolution of the capability development agenda.
• Partner with business leaders and HR stakeholders to translate priorities into scalable learning solutions.
• Drive capability-building initiatives across the organization and manage a portfolio aligned with strategy and budget.
• Define and track KPIs, measuring impact and adoption of capability development initiatives.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams and external partners to deliver initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Learning & Development

Organizational Development

Change management

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Organizational Psychology/Business Admin/Education or related

Tools

Learning technologies

Digital learning ecosystems

AI-enabled learning solutions

Job description

We are EDP, a global energy company present in around 29 markets with a particular emphasis on renewable energies. With more than 45 years of experience, we have been consolidating a relevant presence on the world energy scene based on the commitment to be all-green by 2030, leading the energy transition. With more than 13,000 employees around the world, we are committed to using our energy and heart to drive a better tomorrow.

What you will do:

Lead the design, implementation and continuous evolution of the Group's capability development agenda, ensuring the organization develops the critical skills, knowledge and capabilities required to achieve business objectives and prepare for future challenges. Act as a strategic partner to business leaders and P&O Business Partners, translating business priorities into scalable capability-building solutions that drive organizational performance and workforce readiness.

Key Responsibilities:

Act as the focal point for Capability Development within the L&D team, driving priorities, fostering collaboration and ensuring the successful delivery of capability-building initiatives across the organization. Partner with business leaders, HR stakeholders and subject matter experts to identify current and future capability needs aligned with business priorities. Act as a trusted advisor to stakeholders, providing recommendations and insights on capability-building priorities and development approaches.

Translate business priorities and capability development needs into targeted learning strategies, development plans and capability-building initiatives. Manage a portfolio of capability development initiatives, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives, quality standards and budget requirements. Monitor external trends, emerging skills and learning best practices to ensure the organization's capability agenda remains future-focused and relevant.

Design, implement and continuously improve capability development programs, learning journeys and academies that support workforce readiness and business performance. Define and track key performance indicators, measuring the effectiveness, adoption and business impact of capability development initiatives. Influence and coordinate cross-functional teams, external partners and stakeholders to drive the successful delivery of capability-building initiatives.

Employment type:

Full Time

What are we looking for

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Organizational Psychology, Business Administration, Education or a related field. 8+ years of experience in Learning & Development, Talent Development, Organizational Development or Capability Building. Proven experience in designing and implementing enterprise-wide learning and capability development initiatives. Experience working in complex, multinational and matrix organizations.

Experience leading complex projects and influencing stakeholders in a global and matrix environment. Experience with skills-based organizations, capability frameworks and workforce transformation initiatives. Experience in Corporate Universities or Centers of Excellence. Knowledge of learning technologies, digital learning ecosystems and AI-enabled learning solutions.

Strong stakeholder management and consulting skills, with the ability to influence across different levels of the organization.

Experience managing cross-functional projects and multiple priorities simultaneously. Strong communication, facilitation and presentation skills. Professional proficiency in English (written and spoken). Results Orientation Additional languages are considered an asset. More than academic knowledge and technical skills, we are looking for ambitious people who are enthusiastic about the future and who bring human skills aligned with our purpose.

Equal opportunities for all

Our vision is that each person combines their unique characteristics and experiences to fulfill our mission of creating new energy for the planet. We are an inclusive employer, ensuring all candidates are treated fairly throughout the recruitment process. We welcome and value all people, and we are committed to fostering a sense of belonging for each person who is part of the EDP group.

Need more reasons to apply?

Empower our employees through a positive and innovative work environment that promotes collaboration and agile decision-making;

Respect and value each person, providing a flexible, healthy, and inclusive workplace with a range of attractive benefits;

Provide a meaningful work experience and prepare our people for future challenges through different opportunities for development and internal mobility;

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