We have an exciting 12-month Fixed Term contract opportunity for a Talent & Learning Partner to join our Learning & Development Team. In this role, you'll champion our talent systems and processes, manage high-impact development programmes, and drive continuous improvement through data-led insights. You'll work closely with senior leaders and key stakeholders to align talent strategy with business goals, ensuring our people are supported, developed, and ready for the future.

About us…

Serving with pride since 1898, Mitchells & Butlers are the heart of UK hospitality. In fact, you already know us, even if you don’t realise it! We own and run more than 1,600 pubs, bars and restaurants including the stylish All Bar One brand, legendary Miller & Carter steakhouses, and the iconic Toby Carvery. We are Mitchells & Butlers, and we set the industry standard.

You’ll be well rewarded…

• Company Car or Car opt out.
• 33% off at all our brands, including our hotels. Whether it’s date night at Miller & Carter or a family roast at Toby Carvery, we’ve got you covered.
• A pension that pays, where we’ll more than match your contributions (x1.5 of your contributions, up to a maximum of 5% of your salary).
• Private healthcare, dental plan, cycle to work, and keep fit schemes.
• 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays.

What makes Mitchells & Butlers a great place to work?

To us, a career isn’t just about ‘clocking in’. We really care about our colleagues, and we’re an employer that keeps a promise. In fact, as one of the largest employers in the country, with over 44,000 people working for us, we have the responsibility of valuing every contribution from a diverse workforce that are representative of our guests, and who make us stronger. We continue to build a culture that values our differences and embraces them as strengths, and we recognise that there is always work to be done.

What would you be doing as a Talent and Learning Partner?

• Support our talent strategy, helping line managers become effective talent leaders through our behavioural leadership framework.
• Act as subject matter expert and advocate for our Talent Management System (TAMS), embedding it into all processes.
• Manage and continuously improve key talent programmes across retail and support centres, ensuring they stay relevant, impactful, and business-aligned.
• Partner with leaders to communicate changes and improvements through engaging, tailored resources.
• Ensure all talent and learning strategies advance diversity and inclusion.
• Leverage data and insights from TAMS and beyond to measure impact, inform decisions, and identify improvement opportunities.
• Anticipate future skills requirements and work with leaders to build capability in priority areas.
• Collaborate with the Organisational Development team to align initiatives with broader business priorities.

What you’ll need to bring to the Talent and Learning Partner role…

• Strong interpersonal and organisational skills.
• Coaching ability to guide career conversations and development feedback.
• Highly articulate with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Confidence in managing competing priorities and resources.
• Ability to hold supportive but challenging conversations with senior leaders.
• Absolute discretion and confidentiality when handling sensitive information.

Qualifications…

• Desired: Degree in HR or related subject, CIPD level 5 or 7 qualification in HRD/HRM, ILM7 in Coaching or Coaching accreditation.
• Could you be a great addition to our team? Apply for this Learning and Talent Partner role today and we’ll be in touch to explore how you could be part of our exciting future.

Closing date: 11:59pm Monday 15th September 2025

Job Grade: Support/Technical 

Line Manager: Charlie Eades

We have an exciting 12-month Fixed Term contract opportunity for a Talent & Learning Partner to join our Learning & Development Team. In this role, you'll champion our talent systems and processes, manage high-impact development programmes, and drive continuous improvement through data-led insights. You'll work closely with senior leaders and key stakeholders to align talent strategy with business goals, ensuring our people are supported, developed, and ready for the future.

About us…

Serving with pride since 1898, Mitchells & Butlers are the heart of UK hospitality. In fact, you already know us, even if you don’t realise it! We own and run more than 1,600 pubs, bars and restaurants including the stylish All Bar One brand, legendary Miller & Carter steakhouses, and the iconic Toby Carvery. We are Mitchells & Butlers, and we set the industry standard.

You’ll be well rewarded…

• Company Car or Car opt out.
• 33% off at all our brands, including our hotels. Whether it’s date night at Miller & Carter or a family roast at Toby Carvery, we’ve got you covered.
• A pension that pays, where we’ll more than match your contributions (x1.5 of your contributions, up to a maximum of 5% of your salary).
• Private healthcare, dental plan, cycle to work, and keep fit schemes.
• 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays.

What makes Mitchells & Butlers a great place to work?

To us, a career isn’t just about ‘clocking in’. We really care about our colleagues, and we’re an employer that keeps a promise. In fact, as one of the largest employers in the country, with over 44,000 people working for us, we have the responsibility of valuing every contribution from a diverse workforce that are representative of our guests, and who make us stronger. We continue to build a culture that values our differences and embraces them as strengths, and we recognise that there is always work to be done.

What would you be doing as a Talent and Learning Partner?

• Support our talent strategy, helping line managers become effective talent leaders through our behavioural leadership framework.
• Act as subject matter expert and advocate for our Talent Management System (TAMS), embedding it into all processes.
• Manage and continuously improve key talent programmes across retail and support centres, ensuring they stay relevant, impactful, and business-aligned.
• Partner with leaders to communicate changes and improvements through engaging, tailored resources.
• Ensure all talent and learning strategies advance diversity and inclusion.
• Leverage data and insights from TAMS and beyond to measure impact, inform decisions, and identify improvement opportunities.
• Anticipate future skills requirements and work with leaders to build capability in priority areas.
• Collaborate with the Organisational Development team to align initiatives with broader business priorities.

What you’ll need to bring to the Talent and Learning Partner role…

• Strong interpersonal and organisational skills.
• Coaching ability to guide career conversations and development feedback.
• Highly articulate with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Confidence in managing competing priorities and resources.
• Ability to hold supportive but challenging conversations with senior leaders.
• Absolute discretion and confidentiality when handling sensitive information.

Qualifications…

• Desired: Degree in HR or related subject, CIPD level 5 or 7 qualification in HRD/HRM, ILM7 in Coaching or Coaching accreditation.
• Could you be a great addition to our team? Apply for this Learning and Talent Partner role today and we’ll be in touch to explore how you could be part of our exciting future.

Closing date: 11:59pm Monday 15th September 2025