Leadership & Management Development Specialist

Grade L | Human Resources & Organisational Development

Develop the leaders and managers who will shape the future of Tower Hamlets

At Tower Hamlets, we're investing in leadership and management capability as a critical enabler of organisational performance, cultural change and service improvement. As part of our HR & OD function, we're looking for an experienced Leadership & Management Development Specialist to help create, deliver and continuously improve a modern leadership development offer that supports our managers and leaders at every stage of their career.

This is a fantastic opportunity to shape leadership and management development across one of London's most diverse and ambitious local authorities.

About the role

Reporting to the Learning & Development Lead, you will be responsible for designing, delivering and evaluating leadership and management development programmes that build capability, strengthen performance and support the delivery of the Council's priorities.

Working closely with HR Business Partners, Culture & Change colleagues, senior leaders and managers, you will identify organisational capability needs and develop learning solutions that address current and future workforce challenges.

You will lead the development and delivery of management and leadership programmes, coaching and mentoring initiatives, development pathways and learning interventions, ensuring they are practical, accessible and deliver measurable impact.

The role will also involve commissioning and managing external learning providers, evaluating outcomes and using workforce insight to continuously improve the leadership development offer.

About you

We're looking for an experienced learning and development professional who is passionate about leadership development and creating learning experiences that genuinely improve organisational performance.

You will bring:

Experience designing and delivering leadership and management development programmes within a complex organisation.
A strong understanding of leadership, management and talent development frameworks.
Experience facilitating learning interventions, workshops, coaching or development programmes.
The ability to use workforce data, feedback and organisational insight to shape learning solutions.
Experience working with senior stakeholders and influencing leaders at all levels.
Strong programme management, facilitation and communication skills.
Experience commissioning and managing external learning providers is desirable.

Most importantly, you'll be passionate about helping leaders and managers grow, develop and deliver their best for their teams, services and communities.

Why Tower Hamlets?

This is an opportunity to make a significant impact on the future leadership capability of one of the country's most dynamic local authorities.

You'll be joining a newly redesigned Organisational Effectiveness function with a clear vision, strong leadership and an ambition to create a learning culture where people are empowered to achieve their potential.

If you're excited about leadership development, organisational performance and helping people succeed, we'd love to hear from you.

Our Benefits

Competitive salary £58,551 - £61,686.
Local Government Pension Scheme membership.
Generous annual leave: 29 days, rising to 33 with 5+ years’ service, plus bank holidays and 3 additional days at Christmas.
Flexible and agile working to support work–life balance.
Staff money-saving schemes (e.g., rent deposit loans, season ticket loans).
Learning and development opportunities through our Learning Academy, with clear career development and leadership pathways.

Tower Hamlets is a truly unique borough at the heart of London – a place where history and innovation sit side by side. From the docks and markets that shaped the East End to the global business hub of Canary Wharf, we are proud to be one of the most dynamic, diverse, and ambitious communities in the UK. We are also one of the fastest growing and youngest boroughs in the country, offering unrivalled opportunities to make a real difference to people’s lives. Our residents are energetic, creative, and resilient, and our council is committed to delivering the best possible services and opportunities for them.

Our award-winning new Town Hall in Whitechapel provides a modern, flexible workplace for our staff, right at the heart of the borough and directly opposite Whitechapel Tube and Elizabeth line station. It is more than just a workplace – it’s a hub for collaboration, innovation and community, designed to bring out the best in our people.

As an employer, we put equality, diversity, and inclusion at the heart of everything we do. Our active Employee Network Groups celebrate and champion our workforce, helping to ensure that everyone feels a sense of belonging. Guided by our TOWER values – Together, Open, Willing, Excellent and Respect – we are building a positive, inclusive culture where colleagues can thrive.

At Tower Hamlets Council, you’ll find exciting challenges, supportive colleagues, and the chance to shape one of London’s most important and vibrant places. If you’re looking for a role where you can see the impact of your work every day, then Tower Hamlets is the place for you.