Ref: REF3935U

Talent & Development Consultant



Job Description


Sysco GB is looking for a dynamic Talent & Development Consultant to join our Talent (Learning) & Development team on a full time, permanent basis, reporting into the Talent & Development Business Partner.

In this role, you'll design and deliver innovative learning initiatives in support of our business strategy. You'll collaborate with the Talent & Development Team, HR Partners, and business leaders (partnering into our Commercial function) to execute impactful blended learning solutions that boost skills and drive positive change across our organisation.

Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities:

  • Commercial Partnership: Taking a consultative approach, partnering with the commercial function to identify and respond to learning needs, aligned to business priorities.
  • Learning Solutions: Responsible for the consultation, scoping, design and implementation of effective blended learning and development solutions across the Sysco GB Business with a focus on embedding and evaluation. You will work closely with the T&D Leadership Team and HR community to implement learning and development plans, enhance people capability and create sustained behavioural change across multiple levels in the organisation.
  • Strategy Execution: Execute the Talent & Development Strategy, turning strategic priorities into meaningful, practical outcomes.
  • Programme Management: Manage large-scale, impactful learning programs in areas such as leadership and critical core skills, measuring impact and engagement.
  • Relationship Management: Build strong connections with our business and the wider Talent (Learning) & Development team to ensure seamless service, share best practices, reduce duplication, and spot new opportunities.

About you:

To be successful in this role you will have proven experience in learning and development, covering everything from needs analysis to evaluation, ideally within a commercial or sales environment. You will have strong consultancy skills with experience of influencing stakeholders at all organisational levels and experience of managing and delivering large-scale learning programs. You’ll possess knowledge of learning design and ability to create engaging blended learning solutions, including virtual, face-to-face, and e-content and experience working in a matrix structure with excellent collaboration skills. You will be well-organised with attention to detail, ability to work at pace and prioritise effectively and be able to deliver unique and innovative solutions that really stick.

What we offer:

  • Competitive Salary
  • Company car allowance of £5,500 per annum
  • Competitive Pension scheme 
  • Single private medical healthcare cover 
  • Generous holiday allowance of 25 days, with option to purchase additional holidays + bank holidays 
  • Huge discounts on all sorts of lovely food and award-winning products through our staff shop 
  • Discounts on Cinema tickets, shopping and earn cashback on purchases through Sodexo. 
  • Recognition awards and Incentives 
  • Real career opportunities - being part of Sysco, the world’s leading foodservice business, opens a world of possibility. 

 


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Location: Ashford, England

Additional Information


At Sysco GB everyone is welcome. We don’t want you to ‘fit our culture’ we want you to help define it and we actively celebrate the unique talents of each and every colleague. We don’t just look at your CV, we’re more focused on who you are and your potential. As part of our values, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone has a voice, is appreciated and has the same opportunities. We work hard to ensure that everyone feels part of our business, as we care for one another and connect the world through food and trusted partnerships. Our ultimate goal is to ensure that everyone belongs and thrives at Sysco GB and we recognise that Sysco GB can only thrive when everyone feels they belong. We'll do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, speak to our resourcing team who will be happy to support you. 

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