Capability Learning and Talent Lead

Department for Work and Pensions (DWP)

1mo ago

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Job
Full-time
Mid & Senior Level
People, HR & Administration
Education & Teaching
Birmingham, +3

Requirements

Experience as a resilient and inclusive leader, capable of driving work forward at pace by leveraging partnerships and collaboration. Demonstrated ability to use initiative to prioritise tasks across a large portfolio. (Lead Criteria)
Proven skills in building successful and productive stakeholder relationships with the ability to influence and co-create impactful and sustainable solutions, consulting with senior leaders to diagnose capability gaps across whole (complex) systems. Creating cost effective tailored solutions utilising existing interventions or co-creating new solutions, either internally or through suppliers, to address challenges. We seek someone who exemplifies the leadership qualities that is required in the organisation.
Experience and evidence of system wide thinking to set direction with the ability to translate (departmental) strategies into deliverable plans that have an impact on the wider business, aligned with strong project management and business planning experience.
Experience, and a strong comfort, in interpreting, interrogating and utilising complex data, coupled with effective communication, problem-solving, and storytelling skills to create evidence-based insights and recommendations for senior leaders and a diverse range of stakeholders.
You must have achieved CIPD Associate membership or be willing to work towards this upon commencement of your role.

Responsibilities

Building trusted relationships and a strong network within DWP and across Government.
Proven ability to communicate progress clearly, identify and mitigate challenges, and collaborate effectively with all stakeholders.
Consulting with senior leaders in the organisation, diagnosing capability gaps, and working across the team to understand how customers' needs could best be supported and met.
Utilising strong consultancy skills to support priority projects and initiatives.
Utilising strong project management skills to support priority projects and initiatives.
Maintaining a strategic view across key future-focused areas, including departmental skills and capability, automation, and management information embedding the 25/30 DWP Capability Strategy.
Leading on implementation activities for the DWP Capability Strategy, ensuring alignment across Personal and Professional Learning, with DWP Strategies and wider cross Government initiatives.
Leading workshops, interviews, focus groups, and utilising other techniques to understand impact and outcomes.
Ability to analyse and interrogate complex data and produce reports enabling continuous improvement.
Please note: Any employee may be required to carry out other duties within the scope of the grade, including line management responsibilities of a geographically dispersed team, and within the limits of their skill, competence and training.

FAQs

What locations are available for this role?

The role is available in Birmingham, Blackpool, Glasgow, Leeds, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Pontypridd, and Sheffield.

What is the salary for the Capability Learning and Talent Lead position?

The salary for this position is £42,614, with an additional contribution of £12,345 towards a Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme.

What qualifications are required for this role?

Candidates must have achieved CIPD Associate membership or be willing to work towards this upon commencement of their role.

What are the key tasks expected of the successful candidates?

Successful candidates will build trusted relationships, consult with senior leaders, utilise consultancy and project management skills, lead workshops, and analyse complex data for continuous improvement.

How will I be assessed during the selection process?

You will be assessed through an online assessment, written sift, and a virtual video interview that focuses on your behaviours, strengths, and experiences.

What skills are necessary for this role?

Candidates should demonstrate experience as an inclusive leader, strong stakeholder relationship-building skills, project management experience, and the ability to interpret complex data.

What kind of flexible working options are available?

DWP supports work-life balance through various working patterns such as job sharing, term-time working, flexi-time, and compressed hours.

Will my previous experience in a similar role be considered?

Yes, relevant experience is crucial, and candidates should provide specific examples in their personal statement to demonstrate their suitability for the role.

Is training or professional development available for employees?

Yes, DWP offers funded learning and development opportunities, including industry-recognized qualifications, coaching, and mentoring programs.

What support does DWP provide for health and wellbeing?

DWP provides health and wellbeing support through an Employee Assistance Programme, and opportunities to join activities and benefits through HASSRA.

How can I prepare for the interview?

You will receive a set of behaviour questions in advance. It's recommended to think through your answers and use the STAR or WHO model to structure your responses.

Are there any opportunities for progression within this role?

Yes, positions in DWP typically provide opportunities for career progression and personal development within the organization.

Department for Work and Pensions (DWP)

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is responsible for welfare, pensions and child maintenance policy.

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10,001+

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1948

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Mission & Purpose

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is the UK’s largest government department and is responsible for welfare, pensions and child maintenance policy. It administers the State Pension and a range of working age, disability and ill health benefits, serving around 20 million customers. DWP is responsible for understanding and dealing with the causes of poverty rather than its symptoms encouraging people to work and making work pay encouraging disabled people and those with ill health to work and be independent providing a decent income for people of pension age and promoting saving for retirement providing value for money and reducing levels of fraud and error reducing work-related death and serious injury in workplaces through the Health and Safety Executive DWP is a fast paced organisation which puts leadership at the centre of its transformation journey. The majority of DWP colleagues are part of the Operational Delivery Profession (ODP) – providing customer service to DWP’s 20 million customers across the UK. ODP is a thriving, inclusive professional community that supports colleagues and encourages them to learn, develop, grow and progress in their career to reach their full potential.