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Why Are So Many People Open to Work in L&D?

#Work research

The Why Are So Many People Open to Work in L&D? report by Blue Eskimo offers a timely, data-led view of the UK’s corporate L&D job market in 2025. Whether you’re a learning leader, recruiter, or jobseeker, this report helps you understand what’s really driving the increase in jobseekers and what it means for your hiring, career planning, or team structure. Combining workforce modelling, live vacancy tracking, and expert insight, it’s an essential read for anyone navigating the fast-changing world of corporate learning and development.

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Inside L&D Hiring: Comprehensive Salary Benchmark for L&D roles 2025

#Work research

The Inside L&D Hiring: Roles, Salaries and Insights for 2025 report by Blue Eskimo provides an essential, data-led guide for anyone involved in Learning and Development recruitment. Whether you’re a talent acquisition specialist, HR leader, or hiring manager within the L&D space, this report equips you with the tools to benchmark roles, understand salary expectations, and hire with greater precision.

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How To Get Noticed by Hiring Managers in Learning and Development: A Recruiters Inside Guide

#Changing jobs

Struggling to stand out in a tough L&D job market? This guide is for you. In today’s competitive landscape, getting noticed by hiring managers in Learning and Development can feel like a challenge—especially if you're facing redundancy or returning to the market after a break. At Blue Eskimo, we’ve compiled practical, up-to-date advice from our 20+ years in L&D recruitment to help you take smart, proactive steps in your job search.

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2025 L&D Work and Salary Report

#Work research

In its 13th Year, The Blue Eskimo L&D Work and Salary Report is based in a survey of 507 Learning and Development professionals across all disciplines. The report explores salaries, employee relations, hybrid and remote working, happiness and wellbeing together with new questions relating to areas such as the potential impact of generative AI in L&D and qualifications in Learning and Development and career impact.

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6 Essentials for achieving success in L&D

#Career strategies

The shift to a knowledge-driven economy has elevated the importance of skilled leadership in Learning & Development (L&D). Exceptional L&D leaders not only align with organisational goals but also empower a dynamic and engaged workforce. Below, we explore six pivotal attributes that define impactful L&D leaders:

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