LEADERSHIP & ORGANISATIONAL DEVELOPMENT MANAGER

Permanent, Full Time
Salary: £48,894 - £52,491
Location: Hybrid working, requirement to work from Headquarters in Northallerton 2 days per week, we also have offices across York & Harrogate.
At North Yorkshire Police, our people are at heart of everything we do – We know that great leadership drives great policing, from keeping communities safe to tackling the most complex challenges of modern policing.
In this brand-new role, we are looking for a Leadership & Organisational Development Manager with the vision, passion and expertise to help us grow and develop an empowered, resilient and inclusive workforce. You will shape and implement leadership frameworks that empower officers and staff, enhance operational effectiveness, and foster a culture of collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement. This is a unique opportunity to drive real cultural change, nurture outstanding leadership, and build an organisation ready to meet the demands of 21st-century policing.
We are dedicated to developing leaders who inspire trust, uphold ethical standards, and drive positive change. If you’re ready to lead the transformation of leadership and organisational development at North Yorkshire Police, we’d love to hear from you!

SOME OF THE KEY RESPONSIBILITIES OF THIS ROLE INCLUDE:

• You will lead, direct and motivate a team of leadership and development specialists, responsible for developing a leadership offer with a suite of programmes that creates a career path from frontline colleagues through to senior and executive leadership levels.
• Lead organisational development initiatives that support transformation, change management and cultural development as well as improving performance and engagement across the force.
• Oversee the design and implementation of specific programmes to support aspiring leaders.
• Lead talent development and succession planning initiatives to ensure a strong pipeline of future leaders within policing.
• Use data and insight to evaluate new and existing organisational leadership development interventions to understand impact and drive continuous improvement.
• Work closely with senior leaders to embed values-based leadership and behaviours across the organisation.
• Foster innovation and learning through coaching, mentoring and professional development opportunities.
• Engage with key stakeholders from across policing and public services to strengthen leadership collaboration and cross-sector learning.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE ROLE:

• Significant relevant experience in leading a team of leadership and organisational development professionals to design and deliver developmental solutions and interventions which drive organisational performance.
• Significant management and leadership development programme delivery experience and/or relevant qualification.
• A passion for fostering collaboration, inclusion and continuous improvement across all levels of the force.
• You will be in tune with emerging practices in the learning and development profession to inform current and future workplace learning interventions.
• Engaging and inspirational communicator with a natural coaching and consultative approach, gives you the ability to forge strong and influential relationships with a broad network of stakeholders, including those at a senior level.
  If you have any questions or would like to discuss the role further please contact Sharon Bartlett, Head of Organisational Learning, Development & Inclusion at Sharon.bartlett@northyorkshire.police.uk
  We, at North Yorkshire Police value difference. We have a positive action team who are dedicated to supporting you through your application and beyond. If you feel you need any reasonable adjustments to help reach your potential, please contact our Positive Action Team positiveaction@northyorkshire.police.uk
  Closing Date for applications: 9am 7th July 2025
  Assessment Dates: week commencing: 30th July 2025