People Development & Engagement Manager
Posted on Jul 15, 2026 by CV-Library
Birmingham, West Midlands (County), United Kingdom
Public Sector
Immediate Start
£50.5k - £50.5k Annual
Part-Time
People Development & Engagement Manager
£50,478 (FTE), pro rata to part time hours + Excellent Civil Service Benefits
Location: Birmingham (Hybrid)
Fixed Term Contract, Maternity Cover | Part Time | 18.5 hours per week
Introduction
Gi Group is delighted to be partnering with CCW (Consumer Council for Water) to support them in covering this impactful role.
About CCW
CCW is the passionate, independent voice representing water consumers in England & Wales. We support thousands of people each year, providing free advice and helping people to resolve their complaints with their water company in an easy, caring way. We champion everyone's needs and interests, completing and showcasing research that influences water companies, government, and regulators to make change happen. We are a government Arm's Length Body sponsored by the Department of Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra).
CCW values: We expect and support all CCW colleagues to embody and celebrate CCW's values of Positive Energy, Respect for all, Innovative Spirit, Delivering our Promises and being Engaged as One (PRIDE).
The Role
Combines strategic oversight with operational activity and is responsible for shaping and delivering the organisation's priorities across Learning & Development, Employee Engagement, Equality, Diversity & Inclusion, and Wellbeing.
Reporting to the Head of People, you will lead the development of frameworks, programmes and initiatives that strengthen organisational capability, improve colleague experience and support an inclusive, high-performing culture. The role requires a strong strategic focus, alongside the ability to translate insight, data and organisational priorities into practical plans and measurable outcomes.
Key responsibilities:
Learning & Development
Lead the implementation of an organisation-wide Learning & Development strategy aligned to business priorities and future skills needs. Lead the effective management and allocation of the L&D budget, ensuring value for money and alignment with CCW's priorities.Engagement
Lead the development of staff surveys and employee listening mechanisms, working with CCW's external delivery partner. Translate feedback and insight into clear, actionable plans, monitoring delivery and reporting progress to leadership and executive teamsEquality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) and Wellbeing
Lead the creation and delivery of a robust EDI roadmap, aligned to organisational strategy, values, legislative requirements and the Public Sector Equality Duty
The Person
Essential Skills & Experience:
Proven experience leading organisation-wide Learning & Development or organisational development strategies, including needs analysis, programme design and evaluation
Demonstrable experience of influencing senior stakeholders and working across organisational boundaries
A strategic approach, with the ability to translate insight, data and organisational priorities into meaningful actions
Strong written communication skills, including experience producing strategies, reports, dashboards and communications
Benefits & Offering
Hybrid working - Non-contractual policy: currently minimum of 8 days per month office attendance, pro rata for part-time staff
25 days annual leave plus 10½ days public and privilege holidays (pro rata to part time hours)
Flexi time, with the ability to accrue and take time off in lieu throughout the year
Generous Civil Service Pension
Health & Fitness allowance
Paid days for voluntary work
Wellbeing Hour monthly
Discounted onsite coffee shop
Free eye test and flu jab
How to Apply
Gi Group is proud to support CCW in this recruitment campaign. If you have the expertise, judgement and commitment, we are keen to hear from you.
To be considered for this role, please click on the link provided. If you would like any further information about this vacancy, please feel free to contact
#LI-KE1
Closing date: 29.07.26
Interviews to be held in person in Birmingham 06.08.26
Should you require any support or assistance, please contact your local Gi Group office.
Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited are proud founding members of Menopause in business, corporate members for Neurodiversity in business, Disability Confident committed members, Gold status for the Armed Forces Covenant, Bronze trail blazers for Racial Equality matters and Age Friendly Employer pledge members.
Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited group of companies includes Gi Recruitment Limited, Draefern Limited, Gi Group Recruitment Ltd, INTOO (UK) Limited, Marks Sattin (UK) Limited, TACK TMI UK Limited, Grafton Professional Staffing Limited, Encore Personnel Services, Gi Group Ireland Limited and Kelly Services (UK) Ltd. Gi Group Ireland Limited are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this role.
We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Gi Group Privacy Statement. To view a copy and to help you understand how we collect, use and process your personal data please visit the Privacy page on our Gi Group website
£50,478 (FTE), pro rata to part time hours + Excellent Civil Service Benefits
Location: Birmingham (Hybrid)
Fixed Term Contract, Maternity Cover | Part Time | 18.5 hours per week
Introduction
Gi Group is delighted to be partnering with CCW (Consumer Council for Water) to support them in covering this impactful role.
About CCW
CCW is the passionate, independent voice representing water consumers in England & Wales. We support thousands of people each year, providing free advice and helping people to resolve their complaints with their water company in an easy, caring way. We champion everyone's needs and interests, completing and showcasing research that influences water companies, government, and regulators to make change happen. We are a government Arm's Length Body sponsored by the Department of Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra).
CCW values: We expect and support all CCW colleagues to embody and celebrate CCW's values of Positive Energy, Respect for all, Innovative Spirit, Delivering our Promises and being Engaged as One (PRIDE).
The Role
Combines strategic oversight with operational activity and is responsible for shaping and delivering the organisation's priorities across Learning & Development, Employee Engagement, Equality, Diversity & Inclusion, and Wellbeing.
Reporting to the Head of People, you will lead the development of frameworks, programmes and initiatives that strengthen organisational capability, improve colleague experience and support an inclusive, high-performing culture. The role requires a strong strategic focus, alongside the ability to translate insight, data and organisational priorities into practical plans and measurable outcomes.
Key responsibilities:
Learning & Development
Lead the implementation of an organisation-wide Learning & Development strategy aligned to business priorities and future skills needs. Lead the effective management and allocation of the L&D budget, ensuring value for money and alignment with CCW's priorities.Engagement
Lead the development of staff surveys and employee listening mechanisms, working with CCW's external delivery partner. Translate feedback and insight into clear, actionable plans, monitoring delivery and reporting progress to leadership and executive teamsEquality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) and Wellbeing
Lead the creation and delivery of a robust EDI roadmap, aligned to organisational strategy, values, legislative requirements and the Public Sector Equality Duty
The Person
Essential Skills & Experience:
Proven experience leading organisation-wide Learning & Development or organisational development strategies, including needs analysis, programme design and evaluation
Demonstrable experience of influencing senior stakeholders and working across organisational boundaries
A strategic approach, with the ability to translate insight, data and organisational priorities into meaningful actions
Strong written communication skills, including experience producing strategies, reports, dashboards and communications
Benefits & Offering
Hybrid working - Non-contractual policy: currently minimum of 8 days per month office attendance, pro rata for part-time staff
25 days annual leave plus 10½ days public and privilege holidays (pro rata to part time hours)
Flexi time, with the ability to accrue and take time off in lieu throughout the year
Generous Civil Service Pension
Health & Fitness allowance
Paid days for voluntary work
Wellbeing Hour monthly
Discounted onsite coffee shop
Free eye test and flu jab
How to Apply
Gi Group is proud to support CCW in this recruitment campaign. If you have the expertise, judgement and commitment, we are keen to hear from you.
To be considered for this role, please click on the link provided. If you would like any further information about this vacancy, please feel free to contact
#LI-KE1
Closing date: 29.07.26
Interviews to be held in person in Birmingham 06.08.26
Should you require any support or assistance, please contact your local Gi Group office.
Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited are proud founding members of Menopause in business, corporate members for Neurodiversity in business, Disability Confident committed members, Gold status for the Armed Forces Covenant, Bronze trail blazers for Racial Equality matters and Age Friendly Employer pledge members.
Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited group of companies includes Gi Recruitment Limited, Draefern Limited, Gi Group Recruitment Ltd, INTOO (UK) Limited, Marks Sattin (UK) Limited, TACK TMI UK Limited, Grafton Professional Staffing Limited, Encore Personnel Services, Gi Group Ireland Limited and Kelly Services (UK) Ltd. Gi Group Ireland Limited are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this role.
We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Gi Group Privacy Statement. To view a copy and to help you understand how we collect, use and process your personal data please visit the Privacy page on our Gi Group website
Reference: 225374410
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People Development & Engagement Manager
Posted on Jul 15, 2026 by CV-Library
Birmingham, West Midlands (County), United Kingdom
Public Sector
Immediate Start
£50.5k - £50.5k Annual
Part-Time
People Development & Engagement Manager
£50,478 (FTE), pro rata to part time hours + Excellent Civil Service Benefits
Location: Birmingham (Hybrid)
Fixed Term Contract, Maternity Cover | Part Time | 18.5 hours per week
Introduction
Gi Group is delighted to be partnering with CCW (Consumer Council for Water) to support them in covering this impactful role.
About CCW
CCW is the passionate, independent voice representing water consumers in England & Wales. We support thousands of people each year, providing free advice and helping people to resolve their complaints with their water company in an easy, caring way. We champion everyone's needs and interests, completing and showcasing research that influences water companies, government, and regulators to make change happen. We are a government Arm's Length Body sponsored by the Department of Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra).
CCW values: We expect and support all CCW colleagues to embody and celebrate CCW's values of Positive Energy, Respect for all, Innovative Spirit, Delivering our Promises and being Engaged as One (PRIDE).
The Role
Combines strategic oversight with operational activity and is responsible for shaping and delivering the organisation's priorities across Learning & Development, Employee Engagement, Equality, Diversity & Inclusion, and Wellbeing.
Reporting to the Head of People, you will lead the development of frameworks, programmes and initiatives that strengthen organisational capability, improve colleague experience and support an inclusive, high-performing culture. The role requires a strong strategic focus, alongside the ability to translate insight, data and organisational priorities into practical plans and measurable outcomes.
Key responsibilities:
Learning & Development
Lead the implementation of an organisation-wide Learning & Development strategy aligned to business priorities and future skills needs. Lead the effective management and allocation of the L&D budget, ensuring value for money and alignment with CCW's priorities.Engagement
Lead the development of staff surveys and employee listening mechanisms, working with CCW's external delivery partner. Translate feedback and insight into clear, actionable plans, monitoring delivery and reporting progress to leadership and executive teamsEquality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) and Wellbeing
Lead the creation and delivery of a robust EDI roadmap, aligned to organisational strategy, values, legislative requirements and the Public Sector Equality Duty
The Person
Essential Skills & Experience:
Proven experience leading organisation-wide Learning & Development or organisational development strategies, including needs analysis, programme design and evaluation
Demonstrable experience of influencing senior stakeholders and working across organisational boundaries
A strategic approach, with the ability to translate insight, data and organisational priorities into meaningful actions
Strong written communication skills, including experience producing strategies, reports, dashboards and communications
Benefits & Offering
Hybrid working - Non-contractual policy: currently minimum of 8 days per month office attendance, pro rata for part-time staff
25 days annual leave plus 10½ days public and privilege holidays (pro rata to part time hours)
Flexi time, with the ability to accrue and take time off in lieu throughout the year
Generous Civil Service Pension
Health & Fitness allowance
Paid days for voluntary work
Wellbeing Hour monthly
Discounted onsite coffee shop
Free eye test and flu jab
How to Apply
Gi Group is proud to support CCW in this recruitment campaign. If you have the expertise, judgement and commitment, we are keen to hear from you.
To be considered for this role, please click on the link provided. If you would like any further information about this vacancy, please feel free to contact
#LI-KE1
Closing date: 29.07.26
Interviews to be held in person in Birmingham 06.08.26
Should you require any support or assistance, please contact your local Gi Group office.
Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited are proud founding members of Menopause in business, corporate members for Neurodiversity in business, Disability Confident committed members, Gold status for the Armed Forces Covenant, Bronze trail blazers for Racial Equality matters and Age Friendly Employer pledge members.
Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited group of companies includes Gi Recruitment Limited, Draefern Limited, Gi Group Recruitment Ltd, INTOO (UK) Limited, Marks Sattin (UK) Limited, TACK TMI UK Limited, Grafton Professional Staffing Limited, Encore Personnel Services, Gi Group Ireland Limited and Kelly Services (UK) Ltd. Gi Group Ireland Limited are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this role.
We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Gi Group Privacy Statement. To view a copy and to help you understand how we collect, use and process your personal data please visit the Privacy page on our Gi Group website
£50,478 (FTE), pro rata to part time hours + Excellent Civil Service Benefits
Location: Birmingham (Hybrid)
Fixed Term Contract, Maternity Cover | Part Time | 18.5 hours per week
Introduction
Gi Group is delighted to be partnering with CCW (Consumer Council for Water) to support them in covering this impactful role.
About CCW
CCW is the passionate, independent voice representing water consumers in England & Wales. We support thousands of people each year, providing free advice and helping people to resolve their complaints with their water company in an easy, caring way. We champion everyone's needs and interests, completing and showcasing research that influences water companies, government, and regulators to make change happen. We are a government Arm's Length Body sponsored by the Department of Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra).
CCW values: We expect and support all CCW colleagues to embody and celebrate CCW's values of Positive Energy, Respect for all, Innovative Spirit, Delivering our Promises and being Engaged as One (PRIDE).
The Role
Combines strategic oversight with operational activity and is responsible for shaping and delivering the organisation's priorities across Learning & Development, Employee Engagement, Equality, Diversity & Inclusion, and Wellbeing.
Reporting to the Head of People, you will lead the development of frameworks, programmes and initiatives that strengthen organisational capability, improve colleague experience and support an inclusive, high-performing culture. The role requires a strong strategic focus, alongside the ability to translate insight, data and organisational priorities into practical plans and measurable outcomes.
Key responsibilities:
Learning & Development
Lead the implementation of an organisation-wide Learning & Development strategy aligned to business priorities and future skills needs. Lead the effective management and allocation of the L&D budget, ensuring value for money and alignment with CCW's priorities.Engagement
Lead the development of staff surveys and employee listening mechanisms, working with CCW's external delivery partner. Translate feedback and insight into clear, actionable plans, monitoring delivery and reporting progress to leadership and executive teamsEquality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) and Wellbeing
Lead the creation and delivery of a robust EDI roadmap, aligned to organisational strategy, values, legislative requirements and the Public Sector Equality Duty
The Person
Essential Skills & Experience:
Proven experience leading organisation-wide Learning & Development or organisational development strategies, including needs analysis, programme design and evaluation
Demonstrable experience of influencing senior stakeholders and working across organisational boundaries
A strategic approach, with the ability to translate insight, data and organisational priorities into meaningful actions
Strong written communication skills, including experience producing strategies, reports, dashboards and communications
Benefits & Offering
Hybrid working - Non-contractual policy: currently minimum of 8 days per month office attendance, pro rata for part-time staff
25 days annual leave plus 10½ days public and privilege holidays (pro rata to part time hours)
Flexi time, with the ability to accrue and take time off in lieu throughout the year
Generous Civil Service Pension
Health & Fitness allowance
Paid days for voluntary work
Wellbeing Hour monthly
Discounted onsite coffee shop
Free eye test and flu jab
How to Apply
Gi Group is proud to support CCW in this recruitment campaign. If you have the expertise, judgement and commitment, we are keen to hear from you.
To be considered for this role, please click on the link provided. If you would like any further information about this vacancy, please feel free to contact
#LI-KE1
Closing date: 29.07.26
Interviews to be held in person in Birmingham 06.08.26
Should you require any support or assistance, please contact your local Gi Group office.
Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited are proud founding members of Menopause in business, corporate members for Neurodiversity in business, Disability Confident committed members, Gold status for the Armed Forces Covenant, Bronze trail blazers for Racial Equality matters and Age Friendly Employer pledge members.
Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited group of companies includes Gi Recruitment Limited, Draefern Limited, Gi Group Recruitment Ltd, INTOO (UK) Limited, Marks Sattin (UK) Limited, TACK TMI UK Limited, Grafton Professional Staffing Limited, Encore Personnel Services, Gi Group Ireland Limited and Kelly Services (UK) Ltd. Gi Group Ireland Limited are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this role.
We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Gi Group Privacy Statement. To view a copy and to help you understand how we collect, use and process your personal data please visit the Privacy page on our Gi Group website
Reference: 225374410
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