3 Month Contract With A Local Company

We are at the start of our organisational journey in data and AI capability building. The L&D Consultant will work directly with the Director of Organisational Capability to design a clear, ambitious, and practical enterprise-wide learning strategy focused on AI and data capability uplift.

This strategic role will create the blueprint for how we:

• Raise foundational AI and data literacy across the organisation.
  

• Build targeted AI and data learning pathways for specific functions.
  

• Develop technical programmes (including apprenticeship levy-funded options) for specialist upskilling and professional certification.
  

Key Accountabilities

• Develop a coherent, organisation-wide learning strategy that builds confidence, capability, and responsible use of data and AI.
  

• Design a multi-tiered capability framework (foundation > intermediate > advanced) aligned with organisational roles and future needs.
  

• Create learning pathways and recommended interventions for generalist, functional, and technical audiences.
  

• Identify success measures, KPIs, and milestones to track capability uplift.
  

• Define and recommend learning solutions that build a baseline understanding of AI, data concepts, responsible AI, and practical workplace applications.
  

• Integrate prior foundational work into a comprehensive strategic approach.
  

• Partner with operational and enabling functions to understand where AI and data can add the most value.
  

• Design tailored learning pathways for functions including casework, operations, HR, finance, digital/IT, and customer services.
  

• Recommend appropriate learning approaches, such as blended learning, simulations, in-role learning, and vendor-led programmes.
  

• Develop a strategy for deeper technical development.
  

• Identify relevant certification routes.
  

• Recommend where apprenticeship levy funding can support structured, accredited learning.
  

• Conduct research to understand emerging AI and data trends relevant to our work.
  

• Provide insight on future skills needs over the next 3–5 years.
  

• Advise on partnerships with learning providers, universities, vendors, and accreditation bodies.
  

• Work closely with senior leaders to ensure alignment with organisational priorities and digital strategy.
  

• Provide high-quality strategic advice, positioning the organisation to navigate digital and data-driven change.
  

Requirements

• Extensive experience in Learning & Development strategy, organisational development, or talent management at a senior/strategic level.
  

• Proven track record in designing and implementing enterprise-level data, AI, or digital capability strategies.
  

• Strong understanding of AI fundamentals, data literacy, responsible/ethical AI use, and emerging trends in AI and data.
  

• Expertise in creating structured learning pathways, capability frameworks, and multi-tiered training programmes.
  

• Experience with apprenticeship levy-funded programmes or accredited technical learning pathways.
  

• Demonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders and provide strategic advice.
  

• Excellent communication, storytelling, and facilitation skills, with the ability to simplify complex technical concepts for diverse audiences.
  

• Strong analytical and research skills to support horizon scanning and future skills planning.
  

• Experience in financial services or regulatory environments.
  

• Knowledge of blended learning approaches, including simulations, e-learning, and in-role learning.
  

• Familiarity with certification pathways and professional development standards for AI and data roles.
  

• Track record in partnering with external learning providers, universities, and accreditation bodies.
  

• Experience in measuring learning impact using KPIs, capability frameworks, or other evaluation methods.