Head of Talent

The opportunity;As Interim Head of Talent, you will take ownership of the UK talent development strategy, ensuring business-critical activity continues seamlessly. You will lead an established team and work closely with senior stakeholders to maintain focus, delivery, and confidence during an interim period.This is likely to be a 3-6 month contract with the opportunity to work flexibly.Key Responsibilities;Leadership & Team Management

• Lead and support a well-established team of talent and L&D professionals, ensuring clear direction, focus and delivery against priorities.

Talent & Succession Strategy

• Drive forward succession planning and talent management frameworks, strengthening leadership pipelines and organisational resilience.

Leadership Development

• Refine and embed leadership competency frameworks aligned to organisational values and strategic goals, ensuring scalable and practical development solutions.

Early Careers

• Oversee graduate, apprenticeship and early careers programmes, ensuring alignment with future workforce planning and internal progression pathways.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Operate as a senior HR leader, partnering with the wider HR function and executive stakeholders to sustain momentum and engagement.

Based in the North East with some UK wide travel.What We're Looking For;You will be an experienced senior talent / L&D leader, ideally with:

• A strong track record in leadership development and succession planning
• Experience managing established teams and driving delivery at pace
• The ability to influence and build credibility quickly with senior stakeholders
• A pragmatic, hands-on approach combined with strategic perspective

You must be available to start immediately Nigel Wright HR;For more information please contact Sue O'Donovan