Learning and Development Advisor

Capita; Exmouth; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transformation consultancy is looking for a Learning and Development Advisor to support the Royal Navy's Service Personnel during their transition to civilian life. In this role, you will provide expert guidance on learning paths, organize developmental activities, and ensure accurate education records. Candidates should possess strong communication skills, IT proficiency, and effective planning abilities. The role offers a salary of up to £28,000 and various employee benefits designed to enhance personal growth.

Benefits

Salary of up to £28,000

Flexible benefits including paid volunteering days

Onsite secure parking

Access to catering facilities and gym

Further qualification opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written skills to communicate effectively.
• Proficient in IT, especially with Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience in administration and effective resource planning.

Responsibilities

• Provide ongoing learning and development advice to Service Personnel.
• Promote access to external learning opportunities.
• Deliver L&D interviews and support learning activities.
• Maintain education records and coordinate learning credit schemes.

Skills

Strong verbal, written and presentation skills

Proficiency in IT (Microsoft Office)

Strong Administration experience

Effective planning and delivery skills

Education

Any qualification in education and teaching or learning and development

Job description

Overview

Full-time role, 37.5 hours a week (Monday – Friday). Taunton/Lympstone. Due to the nature of this role, you must be eligible for UK Security Clearance at SC level.

Help get better trained personnel to the front line faster. This role plays a vital part within the Royal Navy’s Learning and Development Organisation (LDO), supporting Service Personnel as they prepare for their transition into civilian life. Working closely with the LDO Hub Team Leader, you will provide expert resettlement guidance, offer clear advice on accessible learning and development pathways for Service Personnel and their families, and help identify education and career focused opportunities that align with current and future Royal Navy promotion and training needs. You will be required to work between offices in Lympstone and Taunton.

What you’ll be doing

• Provide ongoing learning and development advice to Service Personnel throughout their careers.
• Promote and support access to funded external learning opportunities, including e-learning.
• Find new ways to promote LDO Hub services using a range of media and materials.
• Work with LDO colleagues to deliver L&D interviews, schedule Hub events, and support learners.
• Provide learning resources and maintain accurate education records in JPA.
• Coordinate and approve learning credit schemes for eligible learners.
• Organise, promote, and deliver annual L&D open days and unit‑level briefings.
• Raise awareness of Resettlement support and provide 2nd Line Resettlement guidance in line with policy.

What we’re looking for

Essential:

• Strong verbal, written and presentation skills - able to explain complex processes and provide clear and concise advice in dealings with the customer
• Plan and prioritise resources effectively – able to demonstrate effective planning and delivery of operational priorities
• Proficiency in IT – be proficient in Microsoft Office (M365) applications
• Strong Administration experience

Desirable:

• Any qualification in education and teaching, or learning and development (or equivalent)
• Experience of qualifications in Coaching & Mentoring

About Selborne

Selborne is a bold, £1 billion, 12-year transformation of Royal Navy training, led by Capita and a powerhouse consortium known as Team Fisher — including Raytheon UK, Fujitsu, and the University of Lincoln. Together, we\'re modernising military education with cutting-edge tech like simulators and data analytics, all under a collaborative "one team" approach with the Royal Navy. It’s a shared mission to deliver smarter, more effective training for sailors and marines across the naval enterprise. To learn more please visit: Royal Navy education & training Selborne | Careers at Capita

What’s in it for you?

• A salary of up to £28,000
• Flexible benefits including extra leave purchase, paid volunteering days, enhanced family leave, lifestyle discounts, and access to inclusive employee networks — all designed to support your wellbeing and personal growth.
• Onsite, secure parking
• Catering facilities, Gym and shops onsite
• Rewarding role making a real difference to those joining and progressing within the Royal Navy
• Further qualifications can be gained

Unlock Your Potential with Capita

At Capita, your career can take you wherever your ambition leads. You\'ll become part of a diverse network of talented, forward-thinking professionals working across a wide range of disciplines and sectors. We’re committed to your growth — offering exciting opportunities to expand your skills, explore new paths, and advance your career. Join us and discover a career with purpose. #CareersWithPurpose

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

What we hope you’ll do next

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Equal Opportunities

Capita is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment process. We’re a Disability Confident employer and welcome applications from everyone. If you need adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact us at [e-mail] or call 07784 237318. For more on equal opportunities and available adjustments, visit the Capita Careers website.

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Location: Taunton, United Kingdom

Time Type: Full time

Contract Type: Permanent