Learning, Development and Culture Business Partner

With offices in the UK, USA, and South Africa, we are a growing Travel Management Company specializing in the charity, academic, and not-for-profit sectors, and we are proud and passionate about what we do. We are looking for a Learning, Development & Culture Business Partner to lead, manage, and motivate the Learning, Development, and Quality teams to ensure the achievement of objectives and growth aspirations. As part of the People & Organizational Development (OD) Department, the Learning, Development, and Culture Business Partner will be part of the senior team who implement and drive forward the People Strategy, with a particular focus on Induction and Talent Development, providing strategic and operational guidance on L&D and Quality, from day-to-day matters to transformative solutions and initiatives. Key tasks will include: Delivering high-quality learning and development activities with a supportive and inclusive approach. Developing a forward-looking Leadership & Management Development programme for colleagues across the business, that provides Continuing Professional Development (CPD) opportunities and structured Career Pathways, and which enables effective workforce succession planning. Working closely with key stakeholders nationally and globally (currently UK, US, EU) to achieve excellence, and to instill appropriate good practice as well as consistency of process and procedure. Conducting regular Training Needs Analyses (TNAs) across the business, reporting findings and recommending bespoke solutions. Effectively leading, managing, and motivating the Learning & Development, Quality, and Academy teams, providing support, guidance, and development. Conducting team and individual meetings, one-to-ones, appraisals/check-ins, and career reviews. Communicating and collaborating effectively with colleagues across the business and with external L&D partners, clients, agencies, and suppliers. Measuring and evaluating the business impact of all L&D interventions and producing informative and concise monthly and annual sub-department/team reports to Senior Leadership. Working closely with the Talent Acquisition Business Partner and the People Business Partner, to ensure a cohesive, seamless People & OD service, under the guidance of the Head of People & OD. Prospecting and delivering new and bespoke L&D solutions, cost-effectively and to budget. In return you will receive: Salary circa £45,000 per annum plus annual bonus Hybrid role offering a combination of office and home working (2 days per week at home) 24.5 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 25.5 days after 1 year Option to buy additional or sell annual leave Excellent opportunities for progression in a fast-growing company Private Healthcare Pension Life Assurance Employee Assistance Programme Healthcare Cash Plan Discounted staff travel Season ticket loan Cycle to Work Scheme Minimum Requirements: Degree or equivalent qualification in relevant field (HR, L&D, PgCE, DTTLs, etc) Proven experience of successfully managing and motivating L&D teams in a fast-paced customer-centric environment Experience of designing and implementing a broad portfolio of modern, effective, and bespoke training courses and blended learning activities, focused on technical, professional, and soft skills Knowledge and awareness of current thinking around learning, development, and pedagogical approaches Demonstrable People Leadership & Management skills and ability A confident relationship builder and communicator with the ability to adapt style to suit the audience Strong work ethic, results-driven, and highly self-motivated Exceptional organization and time management skills with a close attention to detail The role of Learning, Development & Culture Business Partner is based in our central Manchester office, with the option to work 2 days (Mondays and Fridays) per week at home. Our working hours are 8.45am - 5.30pm, Monday – Friday. If you are interested in the role and meet the criteria outlined above, then please get in touch. Welcome to Diversity Travel

– We are a successful travel management company for the charity and academic communities. We are passionate about developing our people, creating dynamic partnerships with our customers, and providing responsible travel solutions. We invite you to visit our company LinkedIn page

https://www.linkedin.com/company/diversity-travel/

to learn more about us and what we do. PASSIONATE -

We’re driven to help make the world a better place, creating dynamic partnerships with our customers and an environment for our people to thrive. BOLD -

We embrace innovation and challenge the status quo to deliver outstanding results. MINDFUL -

We prioritise sustainability, ethical practices, and responsible travel, ensuring that our service leaves a positive and lasting impression.

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