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Learning and Development Manager

£60K-£70K Basic Salary
  • Ref: 3931
  • Permanent
  • South East

This is an opportunity to join a highly respected and well established, growing organisation as a Learning and Development Manager, playing a pivotal role in shaping the future capability of the business.Youll lead the design and delivery of an organisation-wide learning strategy, driving performance, supporting career development, and embedding a strong culture of continuous learning. This role offers real influence, working closely with senior stakeholders while leading a small team and developing impactful programmes across technical, leadership, and behavioural learning.If youre looking for a role where you can build, evolve, and make a measurable difference to workforce capability, this is an excellent next step.This is an office-based role in Buckinghamshire.

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Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement a company-wide Learning & Development strategy aligned to business goals
  • Conduct training needs analysis to identify skills gaps and future capability requirements
  • Design and deliver blended learning programmes, including workshops, digital learning, and coaching
  • Build structured learning pathways across technical, leadership, and behavioural areas
  • Manage and optimise the Learning Management System (LMS), ensuring strong engagement and accurate reporting
  • Track and evaluate learning effectiveness using data and performance metrics
  • Manage the L&D budget, including forecasting and supplier spend
  • Source and manage external training providers and partnerships
  • Produce insights and reporting for senior leadership to inform decision-making
  • Collaborate with stakeholders across the organisation to embed a culture of continuous development
  • Lead and develop a small training administration team 

Skills

  • Strong understanding of learning strategy and organisational development
  • Ability to design and deliver blended learning solutions
  • Confident using data to evaluate and improve learning outcomes
  • Experience managing LMS platforms and learning technologies
  • Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing skills
  • Budget management and supplier oversight experience
  • Advanced use of Microsoft Office and reporting tools 

Experience

  • Proven experience in an LD leadership or management role
  • Experience designing competency frameworks and structured learning pathways
  • Strong experience delivering blended learning solutions
  • Experience managing learning systems and compliance requirements
  • Knowledge of digital learning tools e.g. Articulate, Captivate is desirable

Education

  • Degree or equivalent experience
  • CIPD LD qualification or equivalent preferred
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