Head of Talent and Development (FTC Maternity Cover)

We''re looking for an experienced and passionate of Head of Talent and Development to join our People Team located at Head Office in Islington on a Fixed Term contract for estimated 13 months to cover maternity leave. 55,000.00 - 60,000.00 (depending on experience) per annum, working 35 hours per week. Start date is 1st December 2026 Our benefits include: Annual leave increasing up to 30 days with length of service A generous pension - we will contribute up to 8% and life assurance cover up to 3x Pensionable Salary (TandCs apply) Strategic Leadership - Recruitment, Learning and Inclusion Develop innovative approaches to attracting, developing and retaining talent in a challenging labour market.Recruitment and Talent Acquisition Lead Look Ahead''s recruitment approach to ensure effective attraction, selection, and onboarding of high-quality candidates.Learning, Development and Workforce Capability Oversee management and leadership development programmes that strengthen management and leadership capability across Look Ahead.Inclusion and Diversity Provide leadership for inclusion and diversity across Look Ahead.Systems, Data and Continuous Improvement Oversee the continuous improvement of recruitment, HR and learning systems, ensuring effective use of data, AI, technology and digital tools Culture, Engagement and Employee Experience Promote a culture where diverse perspectives are recognised and valuedLeadership and Team Management Set clear objectives and professional ..... full job details .....