Director of Learning and Development

Elliott Scott - HR search & recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leader in recruitment services in London seeks a Director of Learning & Development. You will lead global learning strategies, ensuring alignment with business priorities. Responsibilities include auditing current programs and designing impactful learning solutions. The ideal candidate has over 7 years of experience in L&D, particularly in strategic roles. This full-time position offers a chance to shape employee growth on a global scale.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of L&D experience, with at least 4 years in a strategic or leadership capacity.
• Proven track record of developing L&D programmes across multiple regions.
• Strong experience in stakeholder management and influencing senior leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead the global L&D strategy and roadmap across leadership, management, and technical development.
• Audit current initiatives, consult with senior stakeholders, and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Design scalable learning solutions that balance strategic impact with practical application.

Skills

Stakeholder management

L&D program development

Change management

DEI-focused learning initiatives

Results-driven approach

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

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The Role & Company

We are working on a search for a Director of Learning & Development to lead the design and delivery of a global learning strategy. This role will play a key part in shaping how employees grow, lead, and thrive, ensuring that learning and development initiatives are aligned with business priorities and future capability needs. You will be responsible for auditing current programmes, identifying gaps, and creating a roadmap that supports leadership development, talent growth, and employee engagement across the globe.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the global L&D strategy and roadmap across leadership, management, and technical development.
• Audit current initiatives, consult with senior stakeholders, and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Design and deliver scalable learning solutions that balance strategic impact with practical application.
• Build frameworks, toolkits, and programmes to support employees at all stages of their careers.
• Partner with HR Directors, business leaders, and global colleagues to ensure alignment and adoption.
• Integrate DEI, mentoring, and AI-driven learning practices into development solutions.
• Manage external vendors, budgets, and programme delivery with a focus on ROI and engagement.
• Act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, able to influence, challenge, and gain buy-in.

What We’re Looking For

• 7+ years of L&D experience, with at least 4 years in a strategic or leadership capacity.
• Proven track record of developing and scaling L&D programmes across multiple regions.
• Strong experience in stakeholder management and influencing senior leadership.
• Background in fast-paced, high-growth, or digital/tech-driven organisations.
• Demonstrated experience balancing strategy with hands-on programme delivery.
• Exposure to DEI-focused learning initiatives and leadership enablement.
• Pragmatic, results-driven approach with the ability to adapt and pivot in changing environments.
• Worked in a tech focussed and scalable environment.

How to apply

If you are interested in discussing this role further, please apply for the position or contact Kirstin Hunt at [e-mail] (Job code 63803).

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Human Resources

• Industries

  Financial Services and Investment Management

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