L&D Manager

Owen Daniels; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A high-growth manufacturing organisation in Birmingham is searching for a Learning & Development Manager. This role will focus on designing internal learning programmes, enhancing leadership capabilities, and managing talent succession strategies. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in a similar role and a passion for fostering a learning culture. They will partner with HR and business leaders to ensure alignment between development activities and the business's strategic goals.

Qualifications

• Experience in developing and delivering learning programmes.
• Strong skills in leadership development and capability building.
• Ability to evaluate L&D initiatives and introduce new delivery methods.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver internal learning programmes focused on leadership development.
• Lead Talent Management and Succession Planning processes.
• Align development activities with operational needs and growth priorities.

Job description

Overview

Are you passionate about developing people, shaping culture, and driving capability in a fast-growing environment? If so — I want to hear from you.

We're looking for a dynamic and experienced Learning & Development Manager to join a forward-thinking, high-growth manufacturing organisation in the Automotive sector. This is a fantastic opportunity for an L&D professional who’s confident facilitating leadership development, embedding a learning culture, and driving talent and succession strategies that support long-term business success.

Role

Learning & Development Manager – Permanent

Competitive Salary

Working hours: Mon–Thurs between 07:00–16:00 / 08:00–17:00, Fri 07:00–13:00 / 08:00–14:00

Location: Birmingham

Job Description

• Design and deliver impactful internal learning programmes with a strong focus on leadership development and capability building.
• Lead Talent Management and Succession Planning processes, ensuring future leaders are identified and nurtured.
• Partner with HR and business leaders to align development activities to PDR outcomes, operational needs, and growth priorities.
• Evaluate and report on the effectiveness of L&D initiatives, introducing new delivery methods including digital / blended learning.
• Build and maintain a learning culture by managing development resources, approved suppliers, and group-wide L&D frameworks.

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