People Development Specialist

7 days ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom Verdantix Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced People Development Specialist to join our team at Verdantix. As a key member of our HR function, you will play a critical role in supporting the growth and development of our employees.

Key Responsibilities
  • People Operations:
    • Collaborate with managers to understand and devise interventions to address the people-related needs of various teams and individuals.
    • Act as a trusted advisor and advocate for employees, providing guidance and support on a wide range of people-related matters.
    • Provide practical and timely advice and support on all employment-related matters and oversee the more complex issues.
    • Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives to create a workplace culture that values and respects differences and fosters belongingness for all employees.
    • Collaborate with talent acquisition colleagues to support recruitment and selection processes, ensuring we attract and onboard top talent.
    • Contribute to the continuous improvement of HR processes and initiatives, identifying opportunities for innovation and efficiency gains.
  • People Development:
    • Drive the continued development of learning culture at Verdantix and work with the VP, People to design and deliver the L&D strategy.
    • Use knowledge of digital learning tools to bring innovative and creative ideas to transform the way we deliver learning interventions at Verdantix.
    • Work with the Executive Team to build management and leadership capabilities across the organization, providing recommendations to address skill gaps.
    • Support the development of talent frameworks, career discussions, including goal setting, performance evaluations.
    • Develop new talent frameworks aimed at supporting the company to identify, retain, and develop high-potential employees.
    • Generate ideas to enhance structured graduate career pathways and effective apprenticeships.
Requirements
  • Degree educated with CIPD level 5+ or equivalent post-graduate HR degree desirable.
  • A track record of success as a people generalist, minimum of 5 years' experience.
  • Up-to-date understanding of UK employment legislation essential, US employment legislation knowledge is desirable but not essential.
  • Exceptional communication skills utilized in collaborating with and influencing stakeholders of all levels.
  • Exposure to the development, design, and delivery of successful training programs aligned to organizational goals and objectives.
  • Experience of supporting apprenticeship and graduate programs.
  • Previous involvement in driving diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.
  • Working knowledge of HRIS and Learning Management Systems (LMS) tools and technology.
  • Confidence in working flexibility in a fast-paced environment, managing conflicting demands with a constructive, practical, and problem-solving mindset.
  • Strong ethics, able to maintain the strictest levels of confidentiality.
What We Offer
  • Performance-driven quarterly bonus and recognition scheme.
  • Pension with enhanced employer contribution.
  • Generous holiday entitlement, accruing an extra day with every year worked (local capping applies).
  • Hybrid working option with the aim of promoting flexibility and work-life balance.
  • Private medical insurance including online GP service, mental health support, discounted gym memberships.
  • Enhanced family-friendly benefits.
  • Weekly 'flexi-hour' to extend a lunch break or finish early on your day of choice.
  • Cycle to work scheme - tax-efficient purchase of a bike, bike accessories, or both.
  • Time off for volunteering through our partner OnHand: an app for local volunteering and climate action.
  • Multiple events throughout the year, including Company Ramble & Sports Day, plus regular team socials.
  • Fantastic colleagues with a great sense of humor.

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