Job Title
Leadership Development Lead
Salary
£71,500 plus benefits, subject to skills and experience.
Closing Date
12/Jul/2026 23:59 GMT
Reports to
Head of Leadership, Learning and Culture
About the role
This is a full‑time, permanent role on Crick terms and conditions of employment. You will play a pivotal part in shaping leadership capability across the Francis Crick Institute. You will help the organisation understand what great leadership looks like at the Crick and ensure our leaders are equipped to succeed in a complex and evolving environment.
A key focus of the role will be understanding the unique context in which leadership operates at the Crick. You will take the time to understand the challenges, opportunities and realities faced by scientific leaders and managers. Using this insight, you will shape leadership development interventions that are relevant, evidence‑based and aligned to organisational needs. You will also play an important role in evaluating and strengthening our leadership culture by identifying themes, patterns and opportunities across the organisation, thereby supporting informed decision‑making and ensuring leadership development activity is focused where it can have the greatest impact.
It is a role that combines strategic thinking with hands‑on delivery. You will be comfortable facilitating a leadership programme, coaching a senior leader, analysing organisational challenges or shaping future leadership priorities.
About You
You are an experienced leadership development professional with the credibility, judgement and expertise to work effectively with senior leaders, managers and scientific experts. You understand that leadership development is not about delivering programmes in isolation; it is about understanding the organisation, identifying the factors that influence leadership effectiveness and creating practical solutions that enable people and teams to perform at their best.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Substantial experience in leadership development.
- Proven track record of achieving positive results through leadership development programmes and initiatives that align with current and future learning needs and long‑term strategic goals.
- Credibility partnering and working with senior leaders and technical experts.
- Strong programme design and facilitation capability.
- Confidence working at pace and navigating ambiguity, with the ability to balance strategic vision with practical delivery.
- Skilled in managing cross‑functional projects with measurable outcomes, using people data and insights to inform design and evaluate impact.
- A credible leader and strategic partner, able to influence at all levels.
Benefits
Generous leave: 28 days of annual leave, plus three additional days over Christmas and bank holidays. Pension scheme: Defined contribution pension with employer contributions of up to 16%. Health and well‑being: 24/7 GP consultation services, occupational health services and mental health support programmes, eye care vouchers and discounted healthcare plans. Work‑life balance: Back‑up care for dependents, childcare support allowance, annual leave purchase options. Perks: Discounted gym memberships, bike‑to‑work scheme and shopping discounts. Subsidised on‑site restaurant and social spaces for team interaction. Career support: Post‑doc to PI programme and other career development activities.
EEO Statement
The Francis Crick Institute is a charitable organisation committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. We strongly encourage applications from individuals of all genders, ethnicities, abilities and experiences. We are a Disability Confident employer and will make reasonable adjustments to accommodate applicants with disabilities where necessary. The Institute is an equal opportunity employer.
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