Construction - Global Learning & Skills Development Manager

Glanua; Warrington; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the construction sector in the UK is seeking a Learning & Skills Development Manager. The successful candidate will oversee training programs and initiatives aligned with business goals, collaborate with HR and other teams, and enhance employee capabilities. The ideal candidate has 10 years of experience and a Level 7 qualification in a relevant field.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience required.
• Strong skills in administration, communication, and analysis are needed.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively and make decisions effectively.

Responsibilities

• Support the Global Head of HR in learning and training initiatives.
• Design and implement learning initiatives aligned with strategic objectives.
• Lead development of Apprentices and Graduates programs.
• Manage training needs analysis for the organization.

Skills

Administration

Analytical

Communications

Collaboration

Decision Making

Flexibility

Initiative

Education

Level 7 qualification (Diploma or Ordinary Bachelor Degree) in Human Resources, Business Management, Organisational Development, Learning and Development or related area

Job description

Application Details

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Job Description

The HR function within the Glanua Group is responsible for managing and supporting the assessment of organisational needs and the design, implementation and evaluation of programs that facilitate the professional development and continuous learning of team members, including executives and emerging leaders. The Learning & Skills Development Manager is a newly created role with autonomy to independently deliver objectives with support from experienced colleagues. Reporting to the Global Head of Human Resources, the Learning & Skills Development Manager will be responsible for the ongoing management and development of the Professional Learning & Skills Development capability across the Glanua Group, leading out on all areas. The Learning & Skills Development Manager will manage all related training programs and training requirement assessments and will work to define, establish, develop, and maintain processes, policies and procedures that will support the delivery of training services across the organisation.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Support the Global Head of Human Resources by acting as an advisor on all learning and training initiatives and programmes to help drive business performance
• Accountable for overseeing the design, development and implementation of key learning initiatives aligned to strategic business objectives, ensuring collaboration with the HRBP’s and other relevant teams (incl. Health and Safety, etc.) at all stages from concept to roll out
• Work with key stakeholders internal and external to identify and meet long term training supports required in the professional and technical space for operational delivery
• Lead on the development of Apprentices and Graduates driving best in practice programmes
• Align budget to garner best value for money from spend on learning initiatives, ensuring metrics are developed to underpin return on investment across all programmes and initiatives
• Lead and champion the learning and skills development provision to increase the capabilities of our employees
• Partner with colleagues and business stakeholders to customise, define, shape, and implement training strategies that meet current and future needs of employees and are strategic for the business
• Responsible for managing the development, delivery, and outcome of an organisational training needs analysis for Glanua to understand requirements of core job-based training and to ensure alignment with business needs and the overall training strategy
• Serve as the primary point of contact for identifying, gathering, and validating training requirements in conjunction with the business and propose new programmes that will have impact and be aligned to best practice
• Champion best practice programmes and work to enhance the reputation of Glanua as an employer of choice.

Sector

• Construction

Career Level

• Not Required

Candidate Requirements

Essential

• Minimum Experience Required (Years): 10
• Minimum Qualification: Level 7 (incl Diploma & Ordinary Bachelor Degree) OR Human Resources, Business Management, Organisational Development, Learning and Development or related area

Desirable

• Ability Skills: Administration, Analytical, Communications
• Competency Skills: Collaboration, Decision Making, Flexibility, Initiative