Learning and Development Manager

Henderson Brown Recruitment; Liverpool City Region; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic FMCG business is seeking a Learning and Development Manager to shape its learning culture. You will empower colleagues by designing engaging initiatives that support performance and growth. The ideal candidate has experience in L&D, strong coaching skills, and FMCG background. This role offers a salary of up to 50,000, hybrid working, and a package of benefits including 25 days holiday and bonuses.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Bonus

Health cash plan

Life assurance

Hybrid working

Qualifications

• Experience in a learning and development or people-focused role.
• Ability to lead a team of on-site trainers.
• Confidence using Learning Management Systems or e-learning systems.
• Knowledge of leadership models.

Responsibilities

• Supporting and delivering our people development strategy.
• Coaching and mentoring individuals and managers at all levels.
• Creating and delivering practical e-learning programs.
• Managing the full learning cycle for apprentices and graduates.

Skills

Coaching and facilitation skills

Strong communication skills

Stakeholder management

Creativity in learning design

FMCG experience

Education

CIPD L&D Level 3 or 5

Train the Trainer qualification

Tools

Learning Management Systems

E-learning systems

Job description

Join a dynamic FMCG business where people are central to success.

We're looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Learning and Development Manager/People Development Manager to help shape our learning culture. In this role, you'll support and empower colleagues across the business by designing and delivering engaging development initiatives that support performance, personal growth, and long-term success.

Location: Flexible within the UK- Merseyside

Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday (37.5 hours) with hybrid working

Salary: Up to 50,000

Contract Type: Permanent

Benefits: 25 days holiday + bank holidays, bonus, health cash plan, life assurance, hybrid working

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working collaboratively with HR and operational teams to build capability, nurture talent, and drive a positive, high-performing culture. You'll work closely with the HR Director and onsite trainers, supporting our teams through both strategic initiatives and day-to-day learning support.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Supporting and delivering our people development strategy in line with business needs

• Coaching and mentoring individuals and managers at all levels

• Creating and delivering practical e learning programs across a range of topics

• Managing the full learning cycle, including apprenticeship and graduate development

• Overseeing the LMS and ensuring compliance requirements are met

• Supporting onsite trainers with SOP and factory-based training needs

• Contributing to performance and talent development activities such as PDRs (Performance Development Reviews) and succession planning

• Working with key stakeholders and external partners to build a strong learning network and talent pipeline

What You'll Bring:

• Experience in a learning and development or people-focused role
• FMCG experience
• Strong coaching and facilitation skills
• Ability to lead a team of on-site trainers
• A relevant qualification (e.g. CIPD L&D Level 3 or 5, Train the Trainer, PETLS) or equivalent experience
• Great communication and stakeholder management skills
• A creative and engaging approach to learning design and delivery
• Confidence using Learning Management Systems or e-learning systems
• Power skills knowledge
• Knowledge of leadership models
• A genuine passion for helping others grow and succeed

Why Join Us?

You'll play a central role in shaping how we develop, retain, and engage talent. With clear support from leadership and a collaborative culture, you'll have the freedom to innovate and make a meaningful difference to individuals and the business. With the flexibility to work in a hybrid way and the opportunity to make a real difference, this is a great role for someone who loves helping people reach their potential.

If this sounds like the kind of role where you'd thrive - we'd love to hear from you.