L&D Consultant

Position: L&D Consultant (Contract)
We are currently working with a client who are seeking an experienced L&D Consultant (AI and Data). Our client recognises the critical role of data and AI literacy across their workforce to ensure they remain effective, efficient and future-ready.

Purpose of the role:

Our client is at the beginning of their 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 role will create the strategic blueprint for how they:

Raise foundational AI and data literacy across the entire organisation.
Build targeted data and AI learning pathways for specific functional areas.
Develop technical programmes (including apprenticeship levy-funded options) to support specialist upskilling and professional certification.

You will be accountable for:

Data & AI Learning Strategy

Developing a coherent, organisation-wide learning strategy that builds confidence, capability and responsible use of data and AI.
Designing a multi-tiered capability framework foundation>intermediate>advanced) aligned to our organisational roles and future needs.

Foundational Data & AI Literacy (Learning for All)

Defining and recommending learning solutions that build a baseline understanding of AI, data concepts, responsible/ethical AI and practical workplace applications.
Building on the earlier work already undertaken in this space, integrating it into a more comprehensive strategic approach.

Targeted Functional Upskilling

Partnering with operational and enabling functions to understand where AI and data can add the most value.
Creating tailored learning pathways for functions such as casework, operations, HR, finance, digital/IT, and customer services.

Technical Skills & Certification Programmes

Developing a strategy for deeper technical development
Identifying relevant certification routes Stakeholder Engagement & Influence

Working closely with senior leaders to ensure alignment with organisational priorities and digital strategy.
Providing high-quality strategic advice, positioning the organisation to navigate digital and data-driven change.

Experience

Required:

Extensive experience in L&D strategy, organisational development, or talent management at a senior/strategic level.
Significant experience in designing and implementing enterprise-level data, digital or AI capability strategies.
Strong understanding of AI fundamentals, data literacy, responsible/ethical AI use, and emerging industry trends.
Demonstrated expertise in building structured learning pathways and capability frameworks.
Experience working with apprenticeship levy-funded programmes and/or accredited technical learning pathways.
Outstanding communication and storytelling skills, with the ability to simplify complex technical concepts.

Other:

Reporting to Director of Organisational Capability

Contract Type Day rate, 3 months (TBC)

Working hours Full time is 35 hours a week. Will considering flexible working patterns

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Portfolio Payroll Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy