L&D Consultant

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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