Talent and Development Specialist

Job Title: Talent and Development Specialist

Location: Remote

Employment Type: Full Time/Permanent

Solution bringers. Day makers. Extra milers. We are the AA. And we keep everyone’s show on the road. There for our members wherever and whenever they need us, we’re always ready for anything. That’s why, for over 100 years, we’ve continued to evolve andadapt. Today, as the nation’s number one motoring organisation, we offer a range of excellent products and services to millions of customers. As a Talent Development Specialist, you’ll join our exciting journey to fulfil our future vision. We aim to supportthe UK’s 17m drivers and to facilitate their driving lives through data and innovation; to succeed with this, we require a step-change in pace and thinking. Join us as we transform and deliver on this ambitious vision.

**This is the job** As Talent and Development Specialist, you will support the management, design and delivery of our Talent development and D&I programmes across the AA.

You will have expertise in core talent development theories and will design and implement key programmes and projects. As part of this role you will also manage group wide talent and diversity and inclusion programmes from design to implementation.

**What will I be doing?**:

- Implement talent and career development programmes including Apprenticeships and D&I programmes
- Be part of the design of our AA Talent development programmes personally and through suppliers
- Support on delivery of our D&I strategy through signature development events and ongoing programmes
- Partner with and provide support to our Employee Network Groups (ENGs)
- Work cross functionally to support the delivery of Apprenticeship programmes
- Regularly review feedback and make required amends and changes
- Provide data analysis on D&I projects, learning, return on investments, internal measures and action plans for any improvements that are required moving forward
- Use knowledge and understanding of L&D theory to support content design for both internally written and externally sourced leadership content
- Research the leadership/talent market to ensure the best possible solution for our business needs
- Regularly update our internal 'L&D Hub’ and D&I pages, ensuring relevant content is uploaded, content refreshed and kept up to date and relevant for all
- Onboard third-party suppliers, induction of facilitation team, and regularly monitoring performance

**What do I need?** Capability, Knowledge and Experience:

- Experience in designing talent and career development interventions
- Experience in facilitation and training delivery of talent programmes
- Experience in talent development initiatives and D&I programmes
- Strong and effective stakeholder management skills with both internal and external stakeholders
- Track record of success in management of a projects and programmes and multiple initiatives
- Experience of managing multiple training providers and escalating contractual obligations where necessary

Personal Characteristics:

- Highly self-motivated individual
- Solution orientated mind-set and a strong customer service philosophy
- Decisive thinker; able to analyse information quickly and use it to make robust decisions

**Additional Information** As a valued member of our team, you’ll have access to a range of fully supported development programmes, designed to help you progress in your career with us. Whether you’re looking to grow in your current role, or learn new skills and take on greater responsibilities,we can help you build the career you’re looking for here.

We’re always looking to recognise and reward our employees for the work they do. Here are just a few of the benefits you’ll have access to, as part of our team:

- Discounted home and motor insurance
- ?Half price AA breakdown membership in your first year and free after 12 months, along with a 50% introductory discount off breakdown cover for 12 months for up to 5 friends/family members.

Plus, so much more

Good conduct matters to us. Our teams are motivated by doing the right thing for both customers and colleagues, and in line with our values, we ask all our employees to act with honesty & integrity and respect for others at all times.

We hope to hear from you soon.

LI-TheAA