Interim OD / L&D Advisor (4‑month contract)

About the role

We are seeking an Interim Organisational Development (OD) and Learning & Development (L&D) Advisor to support a leading university in London for a four‑month period, from August to the end of December 2026. The role is full‑time (5 days a week) with a hybrid work pattern, requiring 2‑3 days on site each week.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver OD consultancy and interventions, including team and one‑to‑one sessions.
• Support the OD manager with day‑to‑day L&D activities.
• Provide 1:1 coaching and guidance to staff.
• Assist with project management tasks, event planning and specific OD/L&D initiatives.

Required profile

• Proven experience as an OD/L&D adviser, preferably within higher education or the public sector.
• Demonstrated ability to work through major organisational change.
• Positive, "can‑do" attitude with sensitivity to the university environment.

Required skills

• Organisational development consultancy.
• Learning & development programme delivery.
• Coaching and individual support.
• Project management and event coordination.

What we offer

• Day rate of £250‑£275, paid through an umbrella company.
• Opportunity to work with a prestigious university during a transformational period.
• Hybrid working arrangement with regular on‑site collaboration.