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We have an exciting opportunity for Organisational Development Business Partner to join us!

About us:

The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead (RBWM) is set in the wider county of Berkshire, one of the most economically productive and innovative areas of the country. The borough council – a unitary authority - takes pride in its exceptional team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about providing quality services to the community. RBWM is a unique borough, with huge opportunity given its proximity to London and expanding business sectors, as well as being a major cultural and tourism area which includes international attractions such as Windsor Castle, Legoland and Ascot Racecourse.

Given our Royal connections, the eyes of the world are often on us and we continue to rise to the challenge.

This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic Organisational Development Business Partner to join our HR team.

The Role:

Reporting into the Head of HR Business Partnering, you will act as a partner to the Council, Executive Leadership Team (ELT) and senior managers with responsibility for leading the collaborative formation of organisational development strategies and activities that align with and support the council’s corporate vision and objectives as well as those of individual directorates and services. To drive and facilitate the delivery of identified organisational development activities through a variety of resources.

To ensure that funding available to support learning and development activities if used appropriately and effectively to meet priorities and requirements through oversight of the identification of training needs and commissioning decisions.

Your role will involve:

• Partner with the Executive Leadership Team (ELT) and senior managers to provide strategic guidance on organisational development, aligning with council objectives and government legislation.
• Lead the development and collaborative delivery of people strategies and action plans, providing regular progress reports to senior leadership.
• Oversee training needs analysis and commission high-quality, cost-effective external training to build future-ready skills and learning pathways.
• Optimise the Apprenticeship Levy and graduate schemes, ensuring legislative compliance and strategic use of funds to enhance talent pipelines.
• Provide expert advice on innovative learning interventions and delivery options to meet evolving business needs.
• Develop robust career pathways and succession plans, implementing leadership and mentorship programs to build a sustainable internal talent pipeline.

What we are looking for:

• Relevant professional qualification or experience in the development, implementation and delivery of organisational development strategies.
• Experience of managing the delivery of learning and development activities.
• Experience of designing and delivering training and development activities.
• Ability to influence and persuade a variety of audiences and ability to interact confidently in all environments.
• Consulting and influencing ability to engage with senior stakeholders and challenge them constructively whilst maintaining trust
• Demonstrate strong commercial awareness by understanding how organisational development initiatives influence the council’s financial performance and service delivery.

What we offer:

• 32 days annual leave
• Flexible working including a hybrid working pattern for a better work-life balance.
• Generous Local Government Pension scheme includes life cover (3 times of annual salary); and an Additional Voluntary Contribution (AVC) scheme to enhance your pension provision.
• Free employee parking close to the offices.
• Give As You Earn scheme.
• Instant Reward Scheme to recognise and reward innovative achievement.
• Employee Assistance Programme providing counselling, advice and information.
• Access to discounts and deals with hundreds of retailers, including discounted gym memberships and travel deals.

RBWM values a collaborative and inclusive work environment, fostering creativity and innovation in all aspects of its operations. As an equal opportunities’ employer, we encourage applications from all as we believe diverse talent makes us stronger. 

If you have a disability, are a current or former member of the armed forces or have been part of any formal care system up to the age of 25, you will be guaranteed an interview, should you meet the minimum requirements for the role.

If you wish to discuss this position informally, please contact Trushna Varsani, Head of HR on Trushna.Varsani@RBWM.gov.uk.

Company: The Royal Borough of Windsor & Maidenhead

Salary: £46,355 to £50,446 per annum

Location: Maidenhead, Berkshire

Sector: Corporate Services

Sector: Administration

Sector: Communications

Job Role: Officer