Member Learning and Engagement Manager (Welsh Language Level 3 and 4)
Cardiff Bay
This is a challenging and exciting role in which you will assist the Head of Member Liaison in providing leadership, guidance and advice services.
The Member Learning and Engagement Manager is responsible for shaping and delivering a high-quality learning and an engagement programme for Members of the Senedd and their staff across Wales, under the guidance of the team leader. The role holder will oversee the development, management, and monitoring of training initiatives, ensuring they are relevant to all aspects of Members’ work, and oversees management of the budget and procurement for training requirements. You will need to have the skills to deliver training, in a variety of situations, both formal and informal.
You will work closely with Members of the Senedd and their staff, and senior leaders within the Senedd Commission. You will be a key contact for the Members, a valuable source of advice to them on learning and development issues as well as more general proactive management queries in relation to their staff. You will also foster good communication, and drive engagement with Members. gathering feedback as we respond to need and shape future service provision.
The role will also contribute to wider corporate objectives including supporting steps to improve service effectiveness to meet the needs of Senedd Members, identifying and understanding Member needs and using this knowledge to shape the provision of appropriate levels of support, in a changing environment.
We are looking for someone who has a strong focus on excellence in customer service and the provision of flexible, appropriate, solutions to assist Members in the delivery of their responsibilities. You will also be required to provide advice directly to Members on extremely sensitive matters, and will be an important part of our in-person presence for the Senedd following the May ’26 elections and as we support the evolving needs of the parliamentary community.
The post holder requires the capacity to work as a member of a team, the ability to produce information which is clear and accurate and to offer sound, unbiased advice both in writing and orally. You will need to demonstrate sound judgement, and win the trust and confidence of Senedd Members and to manage relationships with all those involved in the work, both internal and external to Senedd Cymru. You must, at all times, be politically impartial.
The Manager is expected to drive continuous improvement and positive change, motivate and inspire their team, plan for future needs, and deputise for the Head of Member Liaison when required. The role also includes working closely with the Members’ Business Support team to provide proactive advice and arrange appropriate learning opportunities for Members and their staff, within an agreed delivery framework.
You will contribute to cross-service and corporate initiatives, leading on some projects, supporting the Senedd Commission in achieving its strategic goals.
For more information, please view the job description.
Pattern of Working
This is a full-time post although flexible working arrangements will be considered, subject to meeting the needs of the Senedd and its Members.
Please note recruitment will normally be at the minimum of the band.
The successful candidate will be subject to security vetting.