Learning Business Partner

Due to an internal promotion, we're seeking a passionate and talented individual to join our team as a Learning Business Partner. In this role, you'll be at the heart of our Sales and Agency Division, working closely with the Senior Learning Business Partner to elevate learning and development initiatives across the business on a permanent basis. You will look after the L&OD needs across the business area which are served via an existing service catalogue collated on our Learning Management System and will manage the process of mobilising new learning when required. You will conduct thorough learning needs analysis to identify opportunities for growth and development across the network, collaborating with internal colleagues and external providers to ensure our learning offerings meet the highest standards and align with departmental strategies.

In addition, you will serve as a vital link for NFU Mutual's Talent Development Programmes, acting as a conduit for identifying and nurturing top talent. You will facilitate talent development forums with key stakeholders to capture development needs and align them with our overarching organisational goals and strategies.

At NFU Mutual, we believe in nurturing talent and empowering individuals to reach their full potential. As part of our team, you'll have the chance to influence meaningful connections between people and the business, creating a vibrant and engaged workforce that drives success.

You have a proven L&OD background and have strong experience within a similar partnering role. A Coaching qualification, equivalent coaching experience or be willing to be developed in this area is a must. You are a strong influencer with the ability to guide, support, and empower others to reach their full potential and have a collaborative approach to your work.

To join our team, you must also have:

• CIPD L3-5 or the equivalent experience is essential


• Excellent stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to build strong relationships


• Resilience with the ability problem solve in ambiguous situations


• Project/change management experience is desirable


• Experience of working with third parties is desirable
  
  We're one of the UK's leading general insurance and financial services companies. For over 110 years we've put our customers at the heart of everything we do. Our people are just as important to us. We pride ourselves on being "a great place to work" and are one of only 57 companies across the globe, and one of only two organisations with headquarters in the UK, to receive a Gallup Exceptional Workplace 2023 award. We were also named in the LinkedIn Top 25 Companies List 2021, the Glassdoor Best Places to Work UK List 2023 and 2024, and were recognised as a certified UK Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute in 2023 and 2024.


We offer a supportive culture where we empower and inspire our people to perform, offer them opportunities to grow, and recognise and reward their contribution. Our people are proud to work for a company that respects them and their communities, and they trust us to be financially sustainable, so we are successful now and in the future.

At NFU Mutual, we support an inclusive workplace and value all the differences that make us unique. We celebrate the creativity and innovation that comes from diverse perspectives and experiences and share a common vision of doing the right thing for our customers and employees.

We recognise that some candidates may experience barriers during the recruitment process. So, we encourage candidates to discuss any adjustments or accommodations they need to be the best they can be throughout our recruitment process.

We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer, a Race at Work and Women in Finance Charter signatory and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, regardless of age, ethnicity, disability, neurodiversity, gender, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic background.

Benefits and Rewards

When you join our team, you can expect a supportive culture and an attractive range of rewards and benefits including:

• Salary £45,000-£50,000 depending on experience


• Annual bonus (up to 17.5% of salary)


• Contributory pension scheme, up to 20%, including your 8% contribution


• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays + buy/sell/save holiday trading scheme


• A Family Friendly policy that helps you balance your work and family responsibilities


• Access to savings at High Street brands, travel and supermarkets


• £20 contribution to a monthly gym membership - subject to T&Cs


• Health and wellbeing plan - cashback for dentist, opticians, physio and more


• Access to voluntary benefits, including health assessments, private medical insurance and dental insurance


• Employee Volunteering - volunteer in the community for one day each year


• Unlimited access to Refer a Friend £500 bonus scheme


• Life Assurance cover of 4 x salary


• Employee discounts of 15% on a range of NFU Mutual insurance policies.


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