Implementation Lead

Capita; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in the UK seeks an Implementation Lead to oversee the deployment of the Cornerstone LMS for the Learning Frameworks 2.0 program. Responsibilities include configuration, integration, and stakeholder engagement. The ideal candidate has proven experience in similar roles and holds relevant certifications. This position offers remote working with occasional travel and a competitive salary along with generous holiday and family leave policies.

Benefits

Remote working with occasional travel

Competitive salary

23 days’ holiday, rising to 27

Paid volunteering day

Generous family leave policies

Cycle2Work scheme

Pension and life assurance

Qualifications

• Proven experience implementing the Cornerstone LMS in complex, multi-stakeholder environments.
• Strong understanding of configuration, user management, and reporting.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical and functional implementation of Cornerstone LMS.
• Manage enterprise applications, including servers and policies.
• Troubleshoot server performance and deployment issues.

Skills

Implementing Cornerstone LMS

LMS configuration

User management

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical skills

Education

Relevant Cornerstone implementation certification

Industry certifications (e.g., MCSE)

Tools

Enterprise applications

Job description

Implementation Lead (Cornerstone LMS)
Contract: Civil Service Learning (Learning Frameworks 2.0)
Location: UK-based, remote with occasional travel
Reports To: Head of Learning Technology
1‑year fixed term contract

Job Description

As the Implementation Lead you will be responsible for the end‑to‑end deployment of the Cornerstone platform for the Learning Frameworks 2.0 program. This includes configuration, integration, stakeholder engagement, training coordination, and ensuring the platform meets the needs of multiple government departments and complies with public sector standards.

What we’re looking for

• Proven experience implementing Cornerstone LMS in complex, multi‑stakeholder environments.
• Relevant Cornerstone implementation certification
• Strong understanding of LMS configuration, user management, content workflows, and reporting.
• Relevant industry certifications, such as MCSE
• In‑depth experience of design, implementation, and management of relevant technology stacks
• Strong technical knowledge of architecture, operations, and security of relevant technology stacks

Desirable

• Experience with public sector learning
• Experience in service design, accessibility, and instructional design.

In addition, you will also have

• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Keeping abreast of emerging trends and technologies in related technologies

What you’ll be doing

• Designing and implementing enterprise applications to meet business requirements and security standards.
• Managing and maintaining enterprise applications, including servers, agents, policies, and tasks.
• Troubleshooting and resolving issues such as server performance, agent deployment, and policy enforcement.
• Developing and implementing security policies and procedures to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the application.
• Providing technical guidance and support to other team members and operations.
• Working closely with other IT teams to integrate systems and applications.
• Monitoring and analysing system performance metrics to identify and resolve issues proactively.
• Developing and maintaining documentation related to McAfee ePO environments and procedures.

Platform Implementation & Configuration

• Lead the technical and functional implementation of the Cornerstone LMS, including configuration of learning paths, user roles, content hierarchies, and workflows.
• Coordinate workshops to map user groups, content flows, and admin requirements across audiences.
• Oversee platform walkthroughs and demos for internal teams and stakeholders.

Integration & Data Management

• Co‑ordinate LMS implementation activities with integrations for data exchange, reporting, and automation of learning operations.
• Collaborate with designers and technical leads to ensure configuration meets end‑to‑end solution requirements and resolve platform gaps.
• Review and input on technical integration documentation.

Stakeholder Engagement & Training

• Liaise with internal teams, Cornerstone representatives, and government stakeholders to align implementation with strategic goals.
• Support training plans for admin groups and helpdesk users, including train‑the‑trainer models and platform onboarding.

Project Management & Reporting

• Maintain and update the integrated program plan with milestones, dependencies, and risks relating to implementation.
• Track progress against contractual deliverables.
• Provide regular updates to governance boards and elevate issues as needed.

Capita is a dynamic leader in consulting and digital services, helping some of the UK’s most recognized organizations transform and thrive. Our work spans diverse sectors—government, healthcare, education, and finance—offering you the chance to contribute to projects that impact millions of lives. At Capita, you’ll be part of a collaborative, forward‑thinking team that values creativity, growth, and inclusion.

We’re committed to your development and success, providing opportunities to learn, progress, and shape better outcomes for customers and communities. If you’re ready to make an impact and grow your career, Capita is the place for you. Check out our website www.capita.com.

What’s in it for you

• Remote working with occasional travel – work from wherever you’re happiest in the UK
• Competitive salary
• 23 days’ holiday, rising to 27 (pro rata) – plus the option to buy more after qualifying period
• Paid volunteering day with a charity of your choice
• Generous family leave policies – including 15 weeks’ fully paid maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave
• Cycle2Work scheme, pension, life assurance, and more

Customer first, always; Fearless innovation; Achieve together; Everyone is valued

What we hope you’ll do next

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Location: United Kingdom

Time Type: Full time

Contract Type: Fixed Term