Brakes, a Sysco company are currently looking for a Talent & Development Consultant to join the Talent/HR team on a full time, permanent basis, reporting into the Talent & Development Manager / Business Partner. 

Are you passionate about learning and development? Sysco GB is looking for a dynamic Talent & Development Consultant to join our Talent (Learning) & Development team!! In this role, you'll design and deliver innovative learning initiatives in support of our business strategy. You'll collaborate with the Talent (Learning) & Development Team, HR Partners, and business leaders (partnering into our Operations teams) to execute impactful blended learning solutions that boost skills and drive positive change across our organisation.

This is a home-based role with occasional travel required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operations Partnership: Taking a consultative approach, partnering with the operations function to identify and respond to learning needs, aligned to business priorities.
• Learning Solutions: Design and implement engaging blended learning programs, focusing on making sure they stick and evaluating their success.
• Strategy Execution: Execute relevant elements of the Talent Development Strategy; turning strategic priorities into meaningful, practical outcomes.
• Programme Management: Manage large-scale, impactful learning programs in areas such as leadership, management and critical core skills, measuring impact and engagement.
• Collaboration: Partner with the Talent (Learning) & Development Team, HR Partners and business leaders to roll out learning plans that enhance skills, drive performance and support lasting change.
• Relationship Management: Build strong connections with our business and the wider Talent (Learning) & Development team to ensure seamless service, share best practices, reduce duplication, and spot new opportunities.

You;

The ideal candidate will bring proven experience in learning and development, encompassing the full cycle from needs analysis to evaluation, ideally within a transport, logistics or operational environment. You should possess strong consultancy skills with a demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders across all levels of an organization. Experience managing and delivering large-scale learning programs is essential, along with a solid understanding of learning design and the capability to create engaging blended learning solutions—whether virtual, in-person, or digital. Working effectively within a matrix structure and collaborating across teams is crucial, as is the ability to deliver innovative, impactful learning solutions that drive real results. A background in a commercial sales setting is highly desirable. Additionally, you must be well-organized, detail-oriented, and able to work at pace while effectively managing priorities.

What we offer:

• Competitive salary
• Company car allowance 
• Competitive Pension scheme 
• Single private medical healthcare cover 
• Generous holiday allowance of 25 days, with option to purchase additional holidays + bank holidays 
• Huge discounts on all sorts of lovely food and award-winning products through our staff shop 
• Discounts on Cinema tickets, shopping and earn cashback on purchases through Sodexo. 
• Recognition awards and Incentives 
• Real career opportunities - being part of Sysco, the world’s leading foodservice business, opens a world of possibility.