Using the CIPD Profession Map to build capability and performance

About this event

Part of our mid-career stream of monthly events for people professionals taking on more responsibility and broadening their influence.

About this event

The CIPD Profession Map is the international standard for the people profession, helping professionals make better decisions, drive organisational impact and develop the knowledge, behaviours and skills needed to succeed. It can be used by both individuals and teams to assess current capability, identify development priorities and create focused learning plans. This practical webinar is designed for mid-career people professionals who want to use the Profession Map not simply as a development framework, but as a strategic tool to improve team capability, strengthen organisational performance and support career growth

What we'll cover

This session focuses on how people managers can use the Profession Map to move beyond generic development plans and create a structured, evidence-based approach to capability building. Participants will learn how to assess current strengths, identify future capability requirements and create focused development plans that improve both individual and team performance.

What you'll take away

Confidently navigate and apply the CIPD Profession Map

Assess current team strengths and development needs · Conduct structured capability reviews

Create focused development plans linked to organisational priorities · Improve team effectiveness through targeted capability building

Support career development and progression conversations

Demonstrate the value of people development through measurable outcomes

Agenda

Welcome, purpose and introduction to the Mid-Career Network, 5 mins

Expert input, 15–20 mins

Member perspectives (panel discussion or case studies), 15–20 mins

Audience Q&A 10 mins Summary, resources and next steps, 5 mins

Speakers bio:

Miriam Stephens Head of Organisation Assessment and CPD, CIPD

Miriam Stephens has worked in the people profession for 23 years, and is the Head of Organisation Assessment and CPD at the CIPD. Her background has mostly been in L&D, talent assessment and OD roles. She developed the CIPD Profession Map and keeps it up to date, and supports members by creating tools to help them plan and reflect on their own professional development. She’s a Chartered Member of the CIPD, lives in Brighton, is owned by two cats, and manages her life around Formula 1 race weekends.

Please note:

1. Participants will receive their joining details 24 hours before the webinar, along with a reminder 15 minutes before the session begins.

2. The session may be recorded and shared afterwards.

3. The chat function will be used to engage with participants.

4. If there is an external speaker, their views will be their own and may not necessarily reflect those of the CIPD.

5. If any reasonable adjustments are required, participants are encouraged to make this known and assistance will be provided.