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Veolia UK

Head of People Development – Operations

Veolia UK

. Drive the strategic direction of operational, digital training and emerging talent initiatives, including interns, graduates and apprenticeships .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeCannock • United KingdomLeadWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and implementing large-scale Learning and Development programmes, with a focus on Emerging Talent initiatives and digital training. Proven ability to lead high-performing teams and manage stakeholder relationships effectively.

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Large Scale Programme DesignEmerging Talent InitiativesTeam LeadershipStakeholder ManagementChange Management

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Hard Skills
Programme ImplementationDigital Training DesignUpskilling InitiativesReskilling InitiativesPerformance Management Systems
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Influencing SkillsEngagement Skills
Tools & Technologies
Apprenticeship PortalSmart Assessor
Certifications & Qualifications
CIPDILM
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Government Apprenticeship FrameworkLearning and DevelopmentOrganisational Needs Assessment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Drive the strategic direction of operational, digital training and emerging talent initiatives, including interns, graduates and apprenticeships
  • Lead the Learning, Development and Digital Specialists, Emerging Talent team and digital content team
  • Design, build and deploy People Development programmes and initiatives aligned to Veolia’s business strategy
  • Lead upskilling and reskilling initiatives to support a highly skilled workforce
  • Support assessment of organisational needs
  • Oversee the design, implementation, service delivery and evaluation of UK&I Learning and Development programmes
  • Report to the People Development Director

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Strong background in designing and implementing large scale programmes, including Emerging Talent initiatives, apprenticeships and technical training
  • Experience leading and managing high performing teams
  • Experience using digital systems, Apprenticeship portal, smart assessor etc.
  • Knowledge of government apprenticeship framework and governance
  • Excellent stakeholder management experience with the ability to influence and engage at all levels of the organisation
  • Professional certifications (CIPD, ILM) or equivalent (desirable)
  • Experience in change management (desirable)
  • Knowledge of performance management systems (desirable)

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Access to our company pension scheme
  • Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers
  • Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health
  • 24 hour access to a virtual GP, 365 days a year, for you and family members in your household
  • One paid days leave every year to volunteer and support your community
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities
  • Employee financial wellbeing support: early access to your earned pay, savings, budgeting, financial coaching & reward
  • Car allowance
  • Significant bonus potential