Learning and Development Business Partner

Job title: Learning & Development Business Partner  

Department: Human Resources 
Contract Type: Permanent  

Salary: Grade 8 - £45,765 to £53,912 pa inclusive  
Location: Bloomsbury, London WC1 
Hours: 35 

SOAS University of London is the leading Higher Education institution in Europe specialising in the study of Asia, Africa and the Near and Middle East.  SOAS University of London is positioned to play a leading role in reimagining higher education globally, with a new strategic plan in place as the basis for the renewal and revitalisation of the School which commits SOAS to both student responsiveness and research intensity. SOAS is moving towards a new model of international partnerships which is responsive to the transnational character of our global challenges.  

The role sits within the Human Resources Directorate, Business Partnering Team. The department is transforming to support the Schools new strategic plan. The role is pivotal to developing and delivering the staff learning strategy and in-house core learning.  

You will lead on leadership and management development personally, including some delivery where required, and provide expert advice on the design of learning interventions. You will oversee training administration within the Learning & Development team, making sure that policies and procedures are followed, and appropriate records are kept, and that policies, processes and documentation are regularly reviewed and updated  

You should have significant proven experience of developing a range of learning interventions, with up to date knowledge of current tends and managing in-house programmes including working with external suppliers. You will be able to work with people at all levels including key senior stakeholders.  

You can find further information on the key criteria for the role in the Job Description and Person Specification, along with a full list of duties and responsibilities, which can be found on the SOAS website. 

How to Apply: please complete the Unbiased application form, please note you will not be able to upload a CV.  

• Closing date:  19th May 2022
• Interviews to be held: 27th May 2022

We would particularly welcome applications from candidates from working class, first generation Higher Education, the Global South, Black, Asian or other minority ethnic and underrepresented groups. All appointment decisions will be made on merit, following a fair and competitive process.