OD Partner

Job Title

OD Partner

Locations

London or Berlin (Hybrid Working Model)

Contract Type

Permanent, Full Time

Application Deadline

Monday 2nd March 2026

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About the Role

The Organisational Development (OD) Partner supports the design and delivery of OD initiatives that strengthen organisational capability, culture, and performance. Working closely with business leaders, HR partners, and the Senior OD Partner, this role contributes to projects across change management, team development, leadership development, and organisational effectiveness. As part of a newly established OD function, the OD Partner plays an important role in applying OD frameworks, tools, and methodologies consistently across the organisation, rolling out OD standards, and building OD literacy among HR colleagues and business teams.

Role Responsibilities

• OD Project Delivery:
  • Support the design, coordination, and delivery of OD initiatives across the organisation.
  • Conduct diagnostics, gather insights, and contribute to recommendations for improvement.
  • Manage project plans, timelines, and stakeholder communication for assigned workstreams.
  • Apply OD frameworks and tools consistently to ensure high‑quality delivery.
• Supporting OD Frameworks & Tools:
  • Use established OD frameworks, methodologies, and tools in project delivery.
  • Support the Senior OD Partner in refining and embedding OD standards across the organisation.
  • Help create practical resources, templates, and toolkits that enable consistent OD practice.
• Upskilling & OD Literacy Support:
  • Support capability‑building efforts by helping HR colleagues and business teams understand and use OD tools.
  • Contribute to the development and delivery of training sessions, guides, and resources.
  • Act as a point of contact for questions about OD tools and approaches, escalating complex issues as needed.
• Change & Transformation Support:
  • Support change management activities including communications, training, and stakeholder engagement.
  • Help teams navigate change and adopt new ways of working.
  • Assist in developing change materials and supporting leaders through transitions.
• Culture & Engagement:
  • Contribute to culture and leadership initiatives as needed.
  • Use survey insights to support teams in identifying and implementing improvements.
• Data & Insights:
  • Gather and analyse data to support OD recommendations.
  • Track and report on the impact of OD interventions.
  • Maintain accurate documentation and project records.
• Collaboration & Partnership:
  • Work closely with HRBPs, wider People and OD function, and business leaders to ensure alignment and impact.
  • Build strong relationships across the organisation to understand needs and opportunities.
  • Collaborate with the Senior OD Partner to ensure consistency and quality across OD work.
• Leadership and Collaboration:
  • Act as a key member of the People and OD team, contributing to strategic priorities by delivering high‑quality OD support.
  • Foster innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
  • Partner with the wider People & OD team, HRBPs, and business leaders to co‑create solutions for high impact.
  • Use data and insights to measure impact, inform decisions, and continuously evolve pragmatic talent strategies.
  • Provide expert advice to HR International, HRBPs and Agile Pool roles as needed.

Experience, Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in organisational development, HR, learning, change management, or a related field.
• Exposure to OD or change projects, either as a contributor or coordinator.
• Experience facilitating workshops or supporting team development activities.
• Experience working with data to inform decisions or evaluate impact.
• Experience in a complex, matrixed, or global organisation is beneficial.
• Strong foundational understanding of OD concepts such as change, culture, team effectiveness, and leadership development.
• Good facilitation skills with the ability to engage groups and support effective discussions.
• Strong communication skills, able to explain concepts clearly and build trust with stakeholders.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and translate insights into recommendations.
• Solid project coordination skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Curiosity, adaptability, and a proactive approach to learning and problem‑solving.
• Ability to apply established frameworks and tools consistently and effectively.
• Degree in Organisational Development, Organisational Psychology, HR, Business, or a related field (or equivalent experience) is beneficial.

Springer Nature Skills associated with this Job Profile include

SN-Strategic Mindset, SN-Manages Complexity, SN-Communicates Effectively, SN-Collaboration, SN-Consulting Skills, SN-Facilitation, SN-Persuasion, SN-Builds Effective Teams, SN-Manages Ambiguity, SN-Cultivates Innovation.

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