Head of Capability

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Department for Work and Pensions (DWP)

DWP is looking to fill the Head of Capability role in the People and Capability Group.

There’s never been a more exciting time to join the Capability, Learning and Talent function at the Department for Work and Pensions — the largest capability function in the Civil Service. As the department continues its bold transformation journey, the skills and potential of our people are at the heart of our success.

We’re building a future-ready workforce. That means investing in our leaders and managers, embracing digital and AI capabilities, and anticipating the skills we’ll need to thrive in a rapidly evolving world.

In this pivotal role, you’ll help shape strategy and lead the delivery of impactful capability initiatives. You’ll bring ambition, insight, and leadership to a dynamic environment — guiding your team to deliver, identifying capability needs and gaps, and helping us respond with agility and purpose.

If you are a specialist in learning and capability or bring a broader HR background and if this opportunity excites you — we’d love to hear from you.

Seniority level

Director

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Human Resources and Strategy/Planning

Industries

Government Administration and Government Relations Services

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