Talent & Culture Manager

Are you an experiencedTalent& Culture Managerlearninganddevelopment leadortransformation leadwho enjoys driving positive change and helping people do their best work

Reporting to theHeadof Peopleand leading asmalltalentteamwereseekinga thoughtfulandstrategic professional to join our People team on a 12-month maternity cover from August 2026.Youlllead a collaborative values-driven teamshapingand deliveringorganisation-wide learning andleading ontransformationinitiativesthat build capability strengthen culture and support our people to thrive.

As a trusted partneryoullwork closely with senior leaders to shape and deliver people developmentand transformationsolutions aligned to UKCEHs goals.Youlltranslate strategic priorities into practical action with a particular focus on leading an exciting culture transformation programme.

In this senior roleyoullplay a key part in strengthening leadership capability enhancing the employee experience and supporting inclusive high-performing ways of working.Youllbuild strong relationships and confidently influence senior stakeholders across the organisation.

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Leading supporting and coaching a team creating a positive collaborativeenvironmentand encouraginggrowththrough acoachingledapproach

• Leading aUKCEHwideculturetransformationprogramme designingdeliveringand evaluating initiatives that support leadership capability behavioursinclusionand overall employee experience.

• Working in partnership with senior leaders to understand organisational development needs and help shape these into clear achievable plans

• Designing and commissioning learning and organisational development activities ensuring they are aligned with business priorities and reflect inclusive thoughtful practices.

• Building internal capability for learning delivery supporting colleagues and leaders to share knowledge and develop others

• Supporting theearly careers advisorwith thedevelopmentof early career researchers including employees and students helping to nurture future talent across UKCEH

• Using data and insight to understand impact helping to ensure people development and culture initiatives continue to evolve and add value

• Overseeing career development and internal progression processes ensuring fairnessconsistencyand alignment with UKCEH frameworks

• Contributing to wider people initiatives including workforce planningrecruitmentand EEDI activity where appropriate

Theresnever been a more exciting time to join UKCEH. Our new five-year strategy launched in 2024 has sparked a wave of energy and optimism across the organisation ushering in a period of transformation and renewal.This is an opportunity to contribute to a new chapter in UKCEHs story: to help translate vision into action foster innovation and ensure that every part of the organisation is connected by a clear and purposeful golden thread from strategy through to delivery making a significant impact on the future of environmental science.

For this role were looking for someone with a genuine passion for learning culture and organisational development - someone who thrives in a collaborative environment brings fresh thinking and is motivated by making a meaningful difference while approaching their work with professionalism care and a focus on delivering high-quality outcomes.

For the role ofTalent & CultureManagerwerelooking for somebody who:

• Brings professional qualifications or equivalent experience within a senior L&DODor people development role

• Has proven experience leading or supporting organisational change and shaping positive inclusive cultures - ideally within complex or multi-site environments

• Can translate strategic priorities into clear practical and time-bound people and culture initiatives delivering meaningful impact within a fixed-term remit

• Hasa track recordof leading managing and developing teams keeping energy and momentum high through periods of change or transition. Strong coaching and facilitation skills are essential.

• Communicates with clarity and confidence tailoring messages to different audiences

• Skilled in stakeholder engagement with the ability to influence advise and constructively challenge senior leaders and can build credibility and strong relationships at senior levels.

• Takes a thoughtful evidence-based approach to decision-making balancing long-term vision with the need to deliver in the here and now.

• Is open to travelling across UKCEH sites when needed supporting collaboration and connection across the organisation

• Desirable:Brings experience or an understanding of Equality DiversityEquityand Inclusion (EEDI) with the ability to embed inclusive practices across recruitment learning organisational culture and leadership.

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If this opportunity excites you and aligns with your career goalswedlove to hear from you. Pleasesubmityour CV along with a covering letter highlighting your most relevant qualifications skills and experience.

Wereparticularly interested in hearing about your experience of leading or contributing to culture or organisational development initiatives

Working for UKCEH is rewarding

We appreciate the continuous dedication and contributions of our staff which is why we provide a comprehensive benefits package that includes financial incentives and wellbeing-orientedperks such as:

• 27 days annual leave (rising to 29 days after 5 years service) plus 3 days for Christmas closure

• 10% employer pension contribution

• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements (role dependant)

• Peer reward and recognition scheme

• Dental insurance gym/fitness discounts retail discount portal

• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

• 24-hour 365-day support with physical mental social health or financial issues and muchmore...

At UKCEH we are committed to fostering an inclusive andequitableworkplace where everyoneregardless of background identity ability or circumstancehas the opportunity tothrive. As a Disability Confident employer we actively encourage applications from neurodivergent candidates and those with disabilities. We are happy to provide any adjustments or support you may need throughout the application processpleasedonthesitate to reach out. So ifyoureexcited about this role but your experiencedoesntalign perfectly with every requirementwedlove to hear from you anyway. You may be just the right fit for this role or another within our wider team.

Please note: Unfortunately we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for thisroleand this does not qualify for endorsement to support a Global Talent Visa application. If you are considering pursuingself-sponsorship pleaseindicatethis in your application so we can take it into account during the recruitment process.