Learning and Development (L&D) Executive

The CFO Centre UK; Swindon; Hybrid; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a proactive individual to support the Learning & Development Manager. This role involves creating engaging eLearning content and managing essential administrative tasks. Ideal candidates will demonstrate proficiency in eLearning design, coordination skills, and a strong initiative. Join a fast-growing organization that values your contributions and offers a flexible working environment, allowing you to thrive while making a significant impact on learning and development initiatives.

Qualifications

• Experience in developing learning course materials, ideally in an L&D environment.
• High level of initiative and understanding of learning principles.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate administration and logistics for learning and development activities.
• Design and develop engaging e-learning lessons using a systematic approach.

Skills

eLearning lesson design

administrative skills

multimedia tools

communication skills

teamwork

initiative

attention to detail

IT records management

Tools

Articulate 360

Adobe Captivate

Job description

Reporting to: Learning and Development Manager

Location: Flexible working (3 days in office), Head office based in Swindon

Salary: £28k

About Us

The CFO Centre is the UK and Global Number 1 provider of part-time Chief Financial Officers to SME businesses. Founded in 2001, The CFO Centre is a fast-growing organisation with over 1,000 people across 5 continents, 19 countries, and 92 regions. Our Clients benefit from the combined skills, contacts, and experience of our entire national and international CFO team without the cost of employing a full-time CFO.

Role Purpose

This role focuses on supporting the Learning & Development Manager by:

1. Creating eLearning lesson content
2. Managing essential administrative responsibilities associated with learning and development

The role is held by an individual who clearly demonstrates:

1. Fundamental proficiency in eLearning lesson design and development
2. Exceptional coordination skills, coupled with a proactive attitude, and strong evidence of initiative

Key Responsibilities

Learning Management System (LMS) Design & Development

• Administration
• Coordinate the administration and logistics for learning and development activities.
• Communicate course requirements with all relevant stakeholders within agreed timelines.
• Manage the learning and development calendar.
• Schedule L&D meetings as assigned by the L&D Manager.
• Act as a reliable point of contact for L&D queries from staff.
• Produce and maintain accurate records of learning and development activity.
• Act as first-line support for the online L&D system across the business.
• Ensure new starters are onboarded on learning paths and instructed on system use.
• Assign learning content on LMS to learners and/or communities.
• Schedule and track all online learning events as assigned by the L&D Manager.
• Capture and update data as assigned.
• Liaise with LMS provider to resolve system queries.
• Design and develop engaging e-learning lessons using a systematic approach.
• Incorporate multimedia resources such as videos, quizzes, and presentations.
• Modify and refine video content for quality.
• Design, distribute, and analyze course evaluation feedback forms.
• Organize and upload all materials to the central repository.

Skills & Knowledge

• Experience in developing learning course materials, ideally in an L&D environment
• High level of initiative
• Understanding of learning principles
• Experience with eLearning authoring tools such as Articulate 360, Adobe Captivate
• Good administrative skills
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Teamwork skills
• Experience with multimedia tools
• Good communication skills in a multicultural context
• Ability to work under pressure and manage workloads
• Experience with IT records management/database systems