Leadership Development Manager

Interim Leadership Development Programme ManagerRemote | Contract until January 2027 | Strong Potential for ExtensionWe're supporting a leading organisation in the search for an experienced Leadership Development Programme Manager to join their Learning & Development team on an interim basis.This is an exciting opportunity for a hands-on leadership development professional who can design, build and deliver impactful learning experiences for leaders across a large and complex organisation.Working closely with an established Leadership Development Manager, you'll play a key role in shaping leadership capability, designing development programmes, and driving engagement across a population of approximately 400 leaders.The OpportunityThis role has been created to provide additional support during a busy period of leadership development activity. You'll take ownership of several high-profile initiatives and be responsible for turning leadership development strategies into engaging and practical programmes that deliver measurable impact.This is not a coordination role. We're looking for someone who can confidently design content, facilitate learning, manage stakeholders, and drive programme delivery from concept through to execution.Key ResponsibilitiesLeadership Development ProgrammeA key priority will be the design and delivery of a new leadership development initiative for approximately 400 Single Accountable Leaders across the organisation.Many of these leaders have previously completed a Leadership Immersion Programme, and the next phase is to create a one-day follow-on programme that reconnects participants and builds on their existing development journey.Responsibilities will include:Designing and developing the one-day leadership programmeIdentifying critical leadership capability areas and development needsBuilding engaging and relevant learning contentStructuring delivery across cohorts of approximately 20 participantsPlanning programme logistics, scheduling and deliveryFacilitating elements of the programme where appropriateMeasuring engagement and programme effectivenessLeadership Development CalendarWorking alongside the Leadership Development Manager, you'll help create and implement a quarterly leadership development calendar.This will involve:Defining quarterly leadership themes and focus areasDesigning learning interventions aligned to business prioritiesCreating a blend of development opportunities, including:Leadership workshopsVirtual learning sessionsLive webinarsPeer learning opportunitiesOther development interventionsEnsuring a consistent and engaging leadership development experience throughout the yearStakeholder EngagementBuilding strong relationships across the business will be central to success in this role.You'll be responsible for:Partnering with HR Business Partners and key stakeholdersEngaging senior leaders and programme participantsDriving attendance and participation across all programmesManaging communications and follow-up activityEnsuring programmes are delivered successfully and achieve intended outcomesAbout YouWe're looking for an experienced Leadership Development professional who enjoys designing programmes, creating content and delivering meaningful learning experiences.You may currently be working as a:Leadership Development ManagerLearning & Development ManagerLeadership & Talent Development ManagerOrganisational Development ManagerSenior Learning PartnerTalent Development ManagerLeadership Development ConsultantTo be successful, you'll bring:Proven experience working with management and leadership populationsExperience designing and delivering leadership development programmesStrong programme management and organisational skillsExperience creating learning content from scratchConfidence facilitating workshops, programmes or leadership eventsExcellent stakeholder management skillsThe ability to influence and engage senior leadersExperience working collaboratively with HR Business Partners and cross-functional teamsIf you're passionate about developing leaders, creating engaging learning experiences and delivering impactful programmes that make a difference, we'd love to hear from you.