Job Description

We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced People Partner - Talent & Learning & Development to join our People team.


As our People Partner - Talent, you will be the subject matter expert on all things learning, development, and talent strategy, working closely with senior leaders and People Business Partners to ensure we have the right people capabilities to meet our ambitious goals.


This is not a traditional L&D role you'll be designing innovative learning solutions, championing cultural transformation, and building an environment where continuous learning, talent mobility and developing future-ready skills are part of everyday life.

What You'll Be Doing

Partnering with People Business Partners and senior leaders to translate business strategy into practical talent and learning solutions. Designing and delivering leadership and functional development programmes for senior and high-potential employees. Supporting talent management activities including talent reviews, succession planning and development pathways for future readiness Championing fresh, creative approaches--leveraging digital tools, microlearning, and personalised learning experiences. Using data and analytics to measure the impact of initiatives and drive continuous improvement. Embedding a culture of learning across the organisation, promoting curiosity, collaboration and knowledge sharing. Facilitating cross-functional development opportunities to uncover and accelerate talent. Managing budgets and prioritising talent activity to ensure maximum impact.

Who are we looking for

This role will suit an experienced learning and development professional with experience of creating and designing innovative learning initiatives. Preferably in a technology, manufacturing or engineering business.



You'll also have

Proven track record in designing, implementing innovative and creative technical, management and leadership programmes, delivering effective change to the business that underpin behavioural and cultural change. Dynamic problem-solving skills with the ability to implement effective solutions. Skilled in managing stakeholders at all levels, especially senior leaders, to drive results. Commercial mindset, demonstrating an ability to deliver programmes that meet business needs in line with the MTC strategy. Strong understanding of learning theories and how these translate into learning solutions, including the effective use of learning technologies. Confident, resilient, enthusiastic, and an excellent team player. Proficiency in MS Office Suite, Learning Management Systems, and working knowledge of D365. Ability to prioritize, manage, and complete projects with tight deadlines. Ability to adapt well to fast-paced environments with changing circumstances, direction, and strategy. Desire to thrive in a dynamic, growing environment. Ability to actively use metrics and training data to track and manage impact of training efforts. Communication and influencing skills, with the ability to communicate effectively and credibly both verbally and in writing with audiences across levels. Strong knowledge of and experience with performance and talent management.

The Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC) was established in 2010 as an independent Research & Technology Organisation (RTO) with the objective of bridging the gap between academia and industry - often referred to as 'the valley of death'.


It represents one of the largest public sector investments in UK manufacturing and, after four years of planning and a 16 month build, the facility opened at Ansty Park in Coventry at the end of 2011.


In December 2011, there were 16 industrial members, 44 staff and just a few key pieces of equipment in the 'workshop'.


Over the following seven years the MTC's rapid growth has seen the expansion of our campus with the construction of three more facilities, including the opening of the Advanced Manufacturing Training Centre and the National Centre for Additive Manufacturing.


Our role has also increased to cover not only R&D but also Training, Advanced Manufacturing Management and Factory Design.


We now have over 700 talented employees working with us.


During this time we have helped hundreds of companies across a range of industries and over 100 of them have become members of the MTC.