People Development Lead

About us

Groundsure is a leading UK environmental and climate insights authority helping homebuyers businesses and professionals make confident property and landuse decisions. We dont just deliver data - we help our customers understand what it means for them.

For over 20 years weve been experts in identifying and explaining environmental and geological risks including contaminated land flooding ground stability mining risk and climate-related threats. Millions of property transactions have been informed by our clear accessible and actionable reports.

We pride ourselves on putting the customer first delivering exceptional service maintaining rigorous data quality and following industry best practice.

If you enjoy helping others learning quickly and approaching challenges with curiosity and precision youll thrive at Groundsure!

Want to learn more about Groundsure Watch this video: Groundsure we believe that diversity drives innovation and success. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued respected and empowered to contribute fully to our vision and goals by bringing their authentic selves to work.

All applicants will receive fair consideration for employment. We do not discriminate based on sex (including pregnancy and maternity) gender gender identity sexual orientation race colour religion age marital status national origin disability or any other legally protected characteristic.

The role

We are looking for a motivated and people-focused People Development Lead to join our HR team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about learning development and employee engagement and is looking to build their career as a people specialist.

In this developmental specialist role you will help shape and deliver practical people development initiatives that build capability across the organisation. Youll work closely with employees and managers to support career growth enhance the employee experience and provide valuable people insights that help inform business decisions.

What youll be doing

• Designing and delivering learning and development initiatives for employees and managers.
• Supporting career development and helping individuals grow within the organisation.
• Coordinating talent development and succession planning activities.
• Leading employee engagement initiatives that promote a positive workplace culture.
• Gathering and analysing people data and insights to support informed decision-making.
• Working collaboratively with the Head of HR and HR Manager to align people initiatives with business priorities.
• Taking increasing ownership of projects and specialist activities as the organisation continues to grow.

What were looking for

Were looking for someone who is enthusiastic about people development and eager to develop their expertise in this area. You may already have experience in HR learning and development talent management or employee engagement and be ready to take the next step in your career.

Youll ideally bring:

• A passion for learning development and helping others succeed.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• The ability to coordinate and deliver people initiatives effectively.
• A proactive and organised approach to managing projects and priorities.
• An interest in using people insight and data to support decision-making.
• A collaborative mindset and the confidence to work with managers at all levels.
  
  

Please note - thefull job description will be provided separately to candidates once an application has been submitted.

Dont meet every requirement No problem! If youre enthusiastic and think youd be a great fit wed love to hear from you.

Why youll love working here

As a B Corp certified company we put our people first - and our benefits reflect that. We offer a competitive salary private medical insurance a matched pension scheme plus discounts at shops cinemas and high street retailers. Youll also get an extra day off for your birthday! We support your growth with training and career development opportunities so you can thrive professionally and personally.

Time Off & Flexibility

• Flexible working: choose your remote days with minimum 3 days in-office (unless fully remote)
• 25 days holiday public holidays
• Extra day off on your birthday
• Option to buy or sell annual leave
• Annual volunteer day
• Long service leave: earn extra holiday days as you hit milestone years - starting with 1 day after 5 years up to 5 extra days over time

Health & Wellbeing

• Private Medical Insurance (PMI)
• Life assurance through pension plan
• Income protection plan
• Wellbeing resources Employee Assistance Programme
• Free health & fitness classes
• Chill out in our games area with darts pool and a football table
• Dog-friendly office (Brighton)
  

Financial & Lifestyle Perks

• Pension scheme (5% matched contribution after 3 months)
• Share incentive plan
• Cycle to Work scheme & Smart Tech loans
• Discounts at major retailers
• Complimentary morning coffees & pastries (office)
• Office car parking spaces (subject to availability)

Growth & Recognition

• Training and career development opportunities
  Recruitment referral award
  

How to apply

Please click the apply button on this page and our hiring managers will review your application and reach out if youve been shortlisted for an interview.

Interview process -TBC fulldetails to be sent via email in advance.


We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds identities and abilities. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process or require the job advert or application form in a different format please reach out to(HR & Development Manager) and we will do our best to accommodate.

Required Experience:

Manager