- Location: Chelmsford, Essex
- Salary: £350 per day PAYE/Umbrella
- Contract Type: Temp
About the Role
Our Client is seeking an Organisational Development (OD) Consultant to lead transformational change within one of the UK’s most dynamic local authorities. This is a unique opportunity to work with a client committed to delivering exceptional quality and innovation at every level.
The client is focused on transforming the public sector landscape, adapting their approach to deliver better services at lower costs, and championing flexibility within their workplace. In this role, you will help shape the future of leadership and management within the organisation, making a direct impact on their ambitious agenda for continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and evaluate impactful learning interventions that enhance effectiveness and support talent development across the organisation.
- Identify and deliver innovative people learning activities, blending leading-edge learning and development approaches to address critical skill needs and future capabilities.
- Collaborate with teams across People & OD to drive internal mobility, support talent transfer, and strengthen organisational excellence.
- Facilitate and deliver transformative leadership and management development courses to cultivate a high-performance culture.
- Work with stakeholders to ensure all learning solutions align with the client’s strategic goals, performing needs analysis as required.
- Evaluate learning initiatives, measure KPIs, and provide recommendations for ongoing improvements.
About You
The ideal candidate will possess:
- A degree in a relevant field (Learning & Development, HR) or equivalent experience.
- CIPD Chartered Membership (or working towards it) with evidence of professional development.
- Strong expertise in learning and development theories and successful experience delivering initiatives within large organisations.
- Experience with blended learning, content creation, interaction design, and learning management systems.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage, influence, and manage a variety of stakeholders.
- Knowledge of design thinking, modern learning approaches, and business technology.
Essential Experience:
- Demonstrated ability to lead business transformation and change programs.
- Experience in developing effective business cases and risk mitigation plans.
- Proven track record of creating learning solutions tailored to diverse audiences and organisational needs.
Company Overview:
A trusted and UKAS ISO9001 accredited leader in the recruitment industry. Providing comprehensive recruitment solutions across more than 20 diverse industries. Specializing in both temporary and permanent placements, as a modern and innovative organization, we leverage our valuable experience and adhere to a strict set of core values throughout our recruitment processes. Our commitment to excellence, integrity, and professionalism ensures that we consistently exceed expectations and build long-lasting relationships with both clients and all staff.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Optima Plus Recruitment is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing an inclusive and diverse workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
We actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and strive to eliminate barriers to employment. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know, and we will work with you to meet your needs.
How to Apply:
If you are passionate about delivering high-quality service and want to be part of a supportive and dynamic team, apply now by submitting your CV and cover letter.