L&D Programme Manager - MedComms

ZipRecruiter; Manchester; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading training agency in Manchester is seeking a professional to manage and deliver learning and development programmes. The role includes designing impactful training workshops, mentoring junior writers, and collaborating with senior management. Candidates should have extensive experience in a MedComms agency environment and strong organisational and communication skills. The position offers a competitive salary of £70k-75k plus excellent benefits.

Benefits

Excellent bonus

Market-leading benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in managing and delivering learning and development programmes.
• Ability to train and mentor junior writers effectively.
• Strong understanding of training design and programme evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver L&D programmes.
• Design impactful training workshops.
• Provide feedback and mentoring to junior writers.
• Collaborate with senior leaders and universities.
• Adapt to meet industry needs.

Skills

Mentoring

Training design

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Industry knowledge

Education

PhD in a Life Science

Job description

Overview

This is an opportunity to train writers, influence and mould the way an agency delivers its programmes, and dispense with the stress of client contact! You will have the ear of the senior management team, and you will influence who and how they hire, too.

Responsibilities

• Manage, develop, and deliver L&D programmes.
• Design and deliver impactful training workshops, aligning with agency culture, values, and L&D strategy.
• Provide expert feedback and mentoring to junior writers, supporting their growth and success.
• Collaborate with senior leaders, mentors, and universities to ensure smooth delivery and a strong talent pipeline.
• Innovate and adapt to meet changing industry needs.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as a PMW or SD in a MedComms agency setting, including senior-level reviewing.
• Proven ability to train, mentor, and support junior writers.
• Strong understanding of industry standards, training design, and programme evaluation.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills, with the ability to juggle multiple stakeholders.
• Passion for learning, development, and fostering a supportive culture.
• Experience in designing or delivering entry-level training programmes, and PhD in a Life Science would be an advantage.

Additional

Salary: £70k-75k, plus excellent bonus and market-leading benefits.

Applicants must be UK-based with full right to work (no visa sponsorship available).