Head of Talent, Learning & Development - 12 month FTC (Potential to become Permanent)
At Weetabix, we believe that diverse teams drive better ideas, stronger decisions, and a more inclusive workplace for everyone. We're committed to building an organisation where people from all walks of life feel they belong—where different voices, experiences, and backgrounds are valued and respected.
The Head of Talent, Learning & Development is responsible for developing solutions in conjunction with Human Resource Business Partners and leaders in attracting, developing, and retaining top talent through end-to-end ownership of recruitment, learning and development, and early careers programmes.
The role exists to build the capabilities, leadership depth, and talent pipeline required to deliver Weetabix's long-term growth ambition.
As a critical Centre of Excellence within HR, the role designs and delivers Weetabix-wide strategies that ensuring the organisation consistently attracts great people, develops high-performing teams, and creates clear pathways for career growth.
Everything the role delivers, is in service of the future business strategy: growing iconic brands, being the number one customer brand, identifying new breakfast opportunities, and supporting Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) activity through people capability and readiness.
Closing date: Friday 10th April
Interview process: 3 Stage Interview Process
Working pattern: Hybrid 2/3 Days on-site, including Weetabix Wednesday, where everyone comes into the office for some great collaboration and meetings - it's a must! While we operate a hybrid working pattern, we are committed to providing flexibility where needed.
We're happy to make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process—just let us know how we can support you.
The Recipe (About the Role)
- Lead the end-to-end talent agenda, including recruitment, learning & development, early careers, and talent pipeline planning
- Develop and implement a future-focused talent strategy aligned with business growth, customer impact, and innovation
- Embed the Brilliant People Strategy to attract, develop, and retain talent effectively
- Oversee the learning and development framework, including leadership and career pathway programs
- Scale early careers programs and collaborate with HRBP and HRLT to enhance succession planning and internal mobility
- Support organisational growth and change readiness, including brand opportunities and M&A integration
- Utilise data and best practices to continuously improve talent solutions and measure their impact
The Ingredients (What we need from you)
Key Know How:
- Deep expertise in Learning & Development, with Recruitment and Early Careers experience desirable
- Proven experience designing enterprise-wide talent strategies
- Strong understanding of leadership development, capability frameworks, and career architecture
- Experience using Learning Management Systems (LMS)
- Experience supporting growth, transformation, or M&A through people strategies
- Strong commercial awareness and understanding of customer-brand organisations
- Ability to translate future business needs into actionable talent solutions
Your Bowl of Perks (Benefits)
Competitive Salary + Car Allowance & Annual Flexible benefits
We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, career, and life outside work.
- Annual bonus 15%
- Double-matched pension scheme (up to 12% from us)
- 25 days annual leave increasing with service
- Annual Salary review
- Bupa Healthcare plan
- Discounted Weetabix products
To support our employees, we also offer:
- Continued investment in your personal development
- We believe in balance, whether it's for family, rest or simply time for you. As well as your holiday entitlement, you can purchase up to 5 days of additional annual leave
- Access to 24/7 counselling service (via Grocery Aid partnership)
- The freedom of Flexible Work Opportunities
- Enhanced Maternity / Paternity / Adoption Leave
- Additional Time Off for Fertility Treatment and Neonatal Care
- Working Parents Support Group
- Fully stocked kitchens filled with our delicious products for you to enjoy
To learn more about life at Weetabix, visit our careers page: https://careers.weetabixfoodcompany.co.uk/
Please note: We benchmark roles based on your skills and experience, so we do not advertise fixed salary ranges.
Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship for this position; therefore, we are seeking candidates who do not require sponsorship.
We utilise our Preferred Agency Supplier Partners as and when we require additional support
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