Skills

Communication Leadership Coaching Motivation Organization

Job Specifications

Talent and Leadership Partner (12-Month Mat Cover to start Jan 2026)

About our client:

Join a leading player in the Leisure industry as they strive to develop and nurture their talent to drive business success. As a key player in the Talent team, you will work within a vibrant head office environment, directly impacting the growth and development of high-potential populations.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Talent and Leadership Partner to join our client's team on a 12-month maternity cover basis. This role is pivotal in supporting Head Office and regional teams by providing strategic guidance and development support to early talent programmes and high-potential talent. You will coach and challenge senior stakeholders, drive program management, and champion talent management processes across various functions.

Key Responsibilities:

Serve as a strategic partner to five key business functions, focusing on talent development and leadership initiatives.
Manage and support corporate graduate schemes, including HR and finance graduates, overseeing approximately 40-50 individuals at any given time.
Facilitate and contribute to twice-yearly talent calibration sessions, identifying high-potential individuals and supporting their development pathways.
Advocate for talent management processes, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and employee growth.
Implement and maintain a talent management system, providing guidance to staff on using this new tool effectively for personal and professional development.
Collaborate with the Learning and Talent Development team, which comprises approximately 100 personnel, to drive comprehensive development initiatives.
Develop and deliver development centers aimed at enhancing leadership skills and professional growth.
Provide coaching and mentoring to individuals at various levels within the organization, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and learning.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

CIPD Level 5 qualification or equivalent, with a strong understanding of HR principles and practices, particularly in talent management and leadership development.
A recognized coaching qualification, demonstrating your ability to influence and support senior leaders effectively.
Proven experience in program management, preferably in a corporate environment, with a focus on talent development initiatives.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships and partner with senior stakeholders.
Demonstrated ability to analyze talent data and make informed decisions that drive employee development and organizational success.
Experience in the Tourism and Leisure or Retail industry is preferred but not essential; familiarity with corporate graduate schemes is highly beneficial.

What's on Offer:

A vibrant and collaborative work environment where your contributions can make a real impact.
The opportunity to work with high-potential talent and contribute to their growth and success.
Competitive salary and benefits package, commensurate with experience.

If you're passionate about talent and leadership development and are ready to take on this exciting challenge, please submit your application, including a CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and motivation for applying.

We look forward to hearing from you!

About the Company

Morgan Philips Group is radically changing the headhunting, recruitment and talent consulting business with a range of modern, innovative service lines designed to succeed in the new world of work. Our approach to combining high-touch consultancy with worldwide search capability and digital sourcing technologies means we are in a strong position to offer organisations a range of talent solutions, including executive search, talent consulting, temporary and permanent recruitment, outplacement, managed solutions and interim ... Know more