Why join us

Joining Sainsbury's as the Head of Recruitment and Development presents a unique opportunity to lead and shape the recruitment and capability agenda of a multi-channel, multi-brand business with a strong focus on attracting, growing, and retaining top talent. As a thought leader and centre of excellence in recruitment and learning design, you will collaborate with senior stakeholders, drive innovative solutions, and inspire a team to deliver outstanding colleague experiences. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, a fast-paced and flexible environment, and a culture that values customer obsession and performance excellence, this role offers the chance to make a significant impact and drive meaningful change within a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation.

What you'll do

You'll play a critical role in leading the design and implementation of an integrated recruitment and capability agenda to attract, develop, and retain the necessary skills for the present and future success of the organisation. Your responsibilities will include formulating and executing recruitment strategies aligned with company objectives and industry best practises, identifying and addressing capability requirements, collaborating with key stakeholders to deliver effective learning solutions, and serving as a thought leader in recruitment, learning experience, and design. You will inspire and guide your team to deliver exceptional colleague experiences, while also managing resources and budgets to consistently provide high-quality, innovative learning solutions that drive organisational growth and success.

Who you are

You're a dynamic and strategic leader with a deep expertise in recruitment and learning solutions within the retail sector. Your ability to design and deliver integrated recruitment strategies aligned with the company's objectives, coupled with your strong understanding of assessment methodologies and recruitment technology, enables you to attract and retain top talent while driving organisational capabilities forward. With a focus on data-driven decision-making, collaboration, and a passion for diversity and inclusion, you lead by example in fostering a high-performance culture and delivering exceptional colleague experiences.

Please note

Interviews for this position are likely to take place from week commencing 13th April, so please consider your availability and flexibility to attend. Interviews will be conducted virtually via Microsoft Teams.