We’re looking for a dynamic and motivated L&D Business Partner to join our team on a temporary basis and help drive forward key initiatives that support the development of people across the Northern Ireland Civil Service (NICS).
What You’ll Be Doing
As an L&D Business Partner, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering high-impact learning and development initiatives across departments. Your work will directly support the NICS People Strategy and help build a more capable, confident, and future-ready workforce.
Key areas of focus include:
Collaborating and Partnering
• Work closely with Strategic HR Business Partners, NICSHR L&D colleagues, and departmental stakeholders.
• Promote and raise awareness of current and emerging L&D initiatives.
• Support and co-deliver workshops on key topics such as sickness absence, health and wellbeing, and other departmental priorities.
Strategic Learning Needs Analysis (SLNA)
• Lead and support the SLNA process across departments to identify current and future capability needs.
• Facilitate tailored workshops and use insights to inform strategic L&D planning.
• Ensure learning provision is targeted, relevant, and aligned with organisational goals.
Delivering Services and Initiatives
• Contribute to the design, promotion, and delivery of strategic L&D campaigns.
• Use your digital, communication, and marketing skills to create engaging content and promote learning opportunities.
• Support the use of digital platforms to ensure consistent, accessible messaging across departments.

Staff Performance Management
• Line manage one Staff Officer (SO), supporting their development through regular feedback and performance reviews.
• Ensure performance management processes are completed to a high standard and aligned with departmental objectives.
You may be required to carry out other duties within the scope of the grade and within the limits of their skills and competencies.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, people-focused role and wants to contribute to the development of a modern, skilled public service.