L&D Manager

Michael Page (UK); England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established organisation in Medway is seeking a Learning & Development Manager. The role involves developing and implementing comprehensive training strategies, identifying training needs, and managing the L&D budget. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in a learning and development role, strong knowledge of training methodologies, and excellent communication skills. The position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Competitive annual salary

Opportunities for professional growth

Supportive company culture

Qualifications

• Previous senior L&D management experience.
• Experience in managing budgets and vendor relationships.
• A proactive and solution-oriented approach to challenges.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive learning and development strategies.
• Identify training needs through collaboration with department heads.
• Design and deliver engaging training programmes.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of training initiatives.
• Manage the L&D budget for cost-effective solutions.

Skills

Proven experience in a learning and development role

Strong knowledge of adult learning principles

Excellent communication and presentation skills

Proficiency in using learning management systems (LMS)

Ability to align training strategies with organisational goals

Education

CIPD level 5 qualification

Tools

Learning management systems (LMS)

Job description

• Previous senior L&D management experience
• CIPD level 5 qual

About Our Client

This is an exciting opportunity to join a medium-sized organisation within Medway. The company is well-established and focuses on fostering professional growth and operational excellence.

Job Description

• Develop and implement comprehensive learning and development strategies for all levels of employees.
• Identify training needs through collaboration with department heads and managers.
• Design and deliver engaging training programmes, workshops, and e-learning modules.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of training initiatives and make improvements as required.
• Manage the L&D budget, ensuring cost-effective solutions are implemented.
• Support succession planning by identifying and nurturing high-potential employees.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations in all training activities.
• Collaborate with external training providers where necessary to meet organisational needs.

The Successful Applicant

A successful L&D Manager should have:

• Proven experience in a learning and development role within the industrial or manufacturing sector.
• Strong knowledge of adult learning principles and training methodologies.
• Ability to align training strategies with organisational goals.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in using learning management systems (LMS) and other relevant tools.
• Experience in managing budgets and vendor relationships.
• A proactive and solution-oriented approach to challenges.

What's on Offer

• Competitive annual salary.
• Permanent position within a well-established organisation in Medway
• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
• Supportive company culture with a focus on employee development

If you are passionate about learning and development and are eager to contribute to the success of an industrial and manufacturing organisation, we encourage you to apply.