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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Talent Development Manager - **Company:** London Construction Jobs - **Location:** Uxbridge, UK - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** HR Software, Data Analytics - **Published:** June 4, 2026 - **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=a0bb1b3c3a652492 ## About the Role Do you have experience in Performance management?, * Proven experience in Talent Development or Learning & Development, ideally within the construction or built environment sector. * Strong experience designing and implementing talent and performance frameworks. * Ability to partner with senior stakeholders and influence across a project-based environment. * Experience developing structured learning and development pathways (technical and behavioural). * Knowledge of compliance and mandatory training requirements within construction (e.g. CSCS, SMSTS, H&S). * Strong understanding of performance management, succession planning, and talent reviews. * Data-driven, with the ability to measure impact and demonstrate ROI. * Comfortable managing multiple systems and driving adoption of learning platforms. ## Description We are seeking a proactive and commercially aware Talent Development Manager to drive the design and delivery of our people development strategy across the business. This is a key role responsible for identifying capability gaps, building structured development pathways, and embedding a high-performance culture that supports our continued growth. You will work closely with senior leaders to ensure our people have the skills, behaviours, and tools required to deliver high-quality projects and achieve business objectives., Talent & Performance Management * Conduct skills gap analysis to identify current and future capability needs. * Lead the annual 9-box grid talent review process, supporting succession planning and performance management. * Design and implement a High Performance Programme. * Support goal setting and performance processes, including balanced scorecard frameworks. Learning & Development * Develop and deliver behavioural and technical development pathways across the business. * Design learning plans and development outcomes aligned to business objectives. * Promote and drive adoption of internal and external learning platforms (e.g. Talent Hub, LinkedIn Learning). * Support onboarding by delivering structured induction programmes for all new starters. Culture & Engagement * Embed company mission, vision, and values into all development initiatives. * Integrate competency frameworks into performance and development processes. * Collaborate with wider group / external stakeholders to ensure a joined-up approach to talent development. Compliance & Mandatory Training * Manage and track mandatory training and compliance, ensuring 100% completion. * Maintain accurate, auditable training records. * Oversee training requirements such as CSCS cards, SMSTS certifications, First Aid and Fire Marshal coverage. 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