Head Of OD and Learning

Shaping our Culture and Driving Improvements at Tower Hamlets

We’re looking for a visionary leader to shape how our organisation operates, learns, grows, and thrives. As a seasoned Head of Organisational Development & Learning, you’ll lead a skilled team to design OD, change and learning strategies that build our capability, help the organisation to drive cultural transformation, and embed equality, diversity and inclusion at every level of everything that the Council does.

From employee engagement and cultural insights to leadership development and workforce planning, this is your chance to create impact that lasts.  Your firm track record will help us deliver excellent employee experiences in turn ensuring we develop high performing teams and individuals’ delivering the very best services and outcomes for our communities. If you’re passionate about improvement, innovation, collaboration, and making a measurable difference, this is the perfect role for you.

Finally, if you think you have what it takes, we’d love to hear from you!

Tower Hamlets is a truly unique borough at the heart of London – a place where history and innovation sit side by side. From the docks and markets that shaped the East End to the global business hub of Canary Wharf, we are proud to be one of the most dynamic, diverse, and ambitious communities in the UK. We are also one of the fastest growing and youngest boroughs in the country, offering unrivalled opportunities to make a real difference to people’s lives. Our residents are energetic, creative, and resilient, and our council is committed to delivering the best possible services and opportunities for them.

Our award-winning new Town Hall in Whitechapel provides a modern, flexible workplace for our staff, right at the heart of the borough and directly opposite Whitechapel Tube and Elizabeth line station. It is more than just a workplace – it’s a hub for collaboration, innovation and community, designed to bring out the best in our people.

As an employer, we put equality, diversity, and inclusion at the heart of everything we do. Our active Employee Network Groups celebrate and champion our workforce, helping to ensure that everyone feels a sense of belonging. Guided by our TOWER values – Together, Open, Willing, Excellent and Respect – we are building a positive, inclusive culture where colleagues can thrive.

At Tower Hamlets Council, you’ll find exciting challenges, supportive colleagues, and the chance to shape one of London’s most important and vibrant places. If you’re looking for a role where you can see the impact of your work every day, then Tower Hamlets is the place for you.