Carnival UK are a leading name in the holiday sector, dedicated to delivering unforgettable holiday happiness to our guests. Our success is built on a foundation of diverse talents and perspectives, and we believe in fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.
In our continuous journey of growth and innovation at Carnival UK, we are seeking an Executive, Development to bring fresh insights and expertise to our People department.
Role Overview
The Talent Operations team supports learning, development and talent activity for colleagues across Carnival UK, both shoreside and on board. Working closely with the Senior Consultant, Development, Senior Manager, Talent Operations and the wider team, you will help deliver engaging development experiences and support fair, informed talent decisions.
This pivotal role will involve:
- Leading engaging and inclusive training sessions, tailoring delivery to audience needs and using feedback to continuously strengthen facilitation.
- Coordinating feedback on learning programmes, identifying themes and recommending practical improvements.
- Delivering development plans and tracking their impact on capability, behaviour and business outcomes.
- Supporting performance calibration, talent and succession planning through the preparation of data, insights and documentation.
This role is positioned at CUK10 level within our organisation and is available on a full-time, permanent basis. We offer hybrid work including up to two days from home.
What You'll Bring
Your unique background and skills are what will make you stand out. We're looking for:
- Experience delivering learning, development or training interventions within a people-focused environment.
- Strong facilitation, stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with the confidence to create inclusive learning experiences.
- The ability to diagnose capability needs, apply structured learning content and provide constructive feedback.
- A qualification or certification in HR, Talent, Learning and Development, People Operations or a related field, with accreditation in psychometric and talent assessment tools desirable.
About You: The Ideal Candidate
You are more than just your CV. You're someone who brings:
- A genuine interest in colleague development and a commitment to building confidence and capability.
- Strong organisation, time management and the flexibility to respond constructively to changing priorities.
- A collaborative and inclusive approach, with the confidence to contribute ideas and invite diverse perspectives.
- Curiosity, reliability and a continuous improvement mindset, seeking feedback and taking ownership of your development.
Application Guidance
Diversity is our strength, and we encourage applications from those with varied experiences, whether you meet every listed requirement or not. If you’re passionate about People and looking for an opportunity to grow, we’d love to hear from you.
Why Join Us?
Working with us means more than just a role in the People team. It’s about being part of a team that values well-being and personal growth.
Read our employee experience guide to learn more about life as a Carnival UK colleague here.
Here’s what we offer:
- Employee Discounted Cruising plus Friends and Family offers
- Minimum 25 days leave, bank holiday allowance and holiday trading scheme
- Recognition scheme with prizes and awards
- Regular office events including live entertainment, lifestyle events and charity partner fundraisers
- Extensive learning and development opportunities
- Employee-led networks
- Employee Assistance and Wellbeing programmes
- Company paid Health Cash Plan and health assessment
- In-house Occupational Health help and access to digital GP
- Life Assurance
- Parental and adoption leave
- Employee Shares Plan
- Electric Car and Cycle to Work schemes
- Onsite restaurant offering range of healthy cooked and grab and go meals
- Discounted retail and leisure via discounts portal
- Contributory Defined Contribution Pension scheme
- A friendly welcome with help settling in
Take the next step
Due to the popularity of our roles and our commitment to finding the best talent, we may close applications earlier than advertised. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to join a team dedicated to creating unforgettable holiday happiness. Apply today to start your journey with us.
Recruitment Journey
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Skills Required
- Experience delivering learning, development, or training interventions in a people-focused environment
- Strong facilitation, stakeholder engagement, and communication skills
- Ability to create inclusive learning experiences tailored to audience needs
- Ability to diagnose capability needs, apply structured learning content, and provide constructive feedback
- Qualification or certification in HR, Talent, Learning and Development, People Operations, or a related field
- Accreditation in psychometric and talent assessment tools
Holland America Group Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Holland America Group and has not been reviewed or approved by Holland America Group.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Travel privileges, cruise discounts, and company-paid travel stand out as distinctive perks that add meaningful value, especially for those who enjoy cruising and international work. Paid training, tuition assistance, and development support further strengthen the overall package for many shoreside roles.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is presented as part of a solid, comprehensive package for eligible full-time employees, with onboard medical care available for shipboard staff. Despite role-based variations, healthcare benefits remain a core component of total rewards.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) plan and, in some roles, an employee stock-purchase plan provide structured retirement savings opportunities. These programs contribute to a competitive offering for eligible shoreside employees.
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What We Do
Holland America Group is a cruise operator serving brands including Princess Cruises, Holland America Line, Seabourn, and P&O Australia. Its flagship, Holland America Line, has been a leader in cruising for over 150 years, providing more than 500 annual sailings across seven continents. The group is committed to creating once-in-a-lifetime experiences through excellence in service and exploration of exotic destinations worldwide.
