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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Talent & Development Manager - **Company:** Geely - **Location:** Coventry, UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** £59,961.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Learning Management Systems, Microsoft Office, HR Software, Data Analytics - **Published:** September 12, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.co.uk/jobs/details/5880285805 ## About the Role * Proven experience in Learning & Development, Talent Management, Employee Engagement, or Organisational Development. * Proven experience designing and delivering employee engagement initiatives and culture programmes that strengthen values, improve retention, and enhance the employee experience. * Ability to build meaningful relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels. * Strong communication, presentation, coaching, and facilitation skills. * Experience leading projects, managing expectations, and working flexibly across different HR disciplines. * Strong Microsoft Office skills and confidence in using HR systems, Learning Management Systems (LMS), and digital learning tools. * Knowledge of learning and development methodologies, talent management, succession planning, and organisational development practices. * Data-driven approach to learning impact measurement and evaluation. * Strategic thinker with strong execution capability and a continuous improvement mindset. * Creative, solution-focused, proactive, and adaptable approach to problem-solving. * Experience supporting a sizeable, fast-paced organisation across sectors such as automotive, retail, hospitality, sales, marketing, or other commercial environments. * Understanding of change management principles and experience supporting organisational change initiatives. * Automotive industry experience (Desirable). * CIPD Level 5 qualification or above (Desirable). ## Description As the Senior Talent & Development Manager, you will be an integral part of our current Human Resources team, providing expert Senior HR support, Training, Culture, and advanced understanding of UK Employment Law and Payroll within the group to ensure the smooth operation of people-related/Legal processes. 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