Learning and Development Manager

AAT; London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Learning and Development Manager to lead innovative learning initiatives that align with their 2030 strategy. This role involves collaborating with key stakeholders to design impactful training programs and address skills gaps, fostering a culture of continuous improvement. With a commitment to inclusivity and employee development, this organization offers a supportive environment where your contributions can significantly enhance the employee experience. Join a forward-thinking team dedicated to making a real difference in the finance sector.

Benefits

Hybrid working

25 days annual leave

Great pension scheme

Life assurance

Health cash plan

Enhanced maternity leave

Regular wellbeing initiatives

Cycle2Work scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in L&D management with impactful training delivery.
• Strong commercial acumen and proactive problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver inclusive learning initiatives supporting AAT’s 2030 strategy.
• Design and implement a cohesive learning strategy for career development.

Skills

Learning and Development Management

Training Program Design

Skills Gap Analysis

Leadership Development

Communication Skills

Networking

Problem Solving

Change Management

Education

MCIPD Qualification

Equivalent Experience

Job description

At AAT it’s our mission to make it possible for more people to experience the opportunities a career in finance brings, through our accessible qualifications and supportive community.

We are the UK’s leading qualification and professional membership body for vocational accountants. We pride ourselves on providing practical qualifications that meet the needs of both employers and employees, as well as products and services to support our members and customers throughout their careers.

Term: Permanent

Location: We have hybrid working in place, with 1-2 days per week, in our office in Canary Wharf.

What exactly will you be doing?

As the Learning and Development Manager, you will be at the forefront of delivering high-quality, inclusive learning initiatives that support our 2030 strategy and enhance our employee experience. You will partner with key stakeholders across AAT to design and implement a cohesive, values-based learning strategy that drives career development opportunities and supports talent attraction. Your role will involve developing innovative solutions to address current and future skills gaps, collaborating with the wider People team and external providers to deliver an exceptional learning and career development experience for all colleagues. You will report into the Head of Development, Culture and Inclusion and be a part of Performance and Transformation portfolio.

Major objectives

Your major objectives will include:

• Deliver high-quality, inclusive learning and development initiatives that supports AAT’s 2030 strategy and enhance the employee experience
• Provide central oversight and subject matter expertise to ensure all L&D initiatives align with organisational, portfolio and team strategic goals
• Design and deliver a cohesive, values-based learning strategy that drives career development opportunities and supports talent attraction.
• Develop innovative solutions to address existing and emerging talent challenges, including skills gaps
• Partner with key stakeholders across AAT to align L&D initiatives with current and future organisational needs

What are we looking for?

• Proven experience in a learning and development management role, with a track record of delivering impactful training programmes to diverse professional groups
• Experience in design and delivery of leadership development programmes tailored to organisational needs
• Experience in conducting comprehensive skills gap analyses and developing targeted learning interventions to address identified gaps
• Strong commercial acumen and a proactive approach to problem-solving
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with keen attention to detail
• Ability to network and develop key relationships across the organisation
• MCIPD qualified or equivalent level of experience
• Change-oriented mindset with a focus on continuous improvement
• Strong personal integrity and commitment to upholding organisational values

If you're passionate about fostering a culture of learning and development and want to make a significant impact on our organisation's growth, we want to hear from you!

What are the benefits?

At AAT we believe in treating our staff well and this is reflected in our wide-ranging benefits, which include:

• Hybrid working (1-2 days per week in our London office) and opportunities for further flexible working.
• 25 days’ annual leave, increasing one day per year up to a maximum of 30 days plus bank holidays.
• Great pension scheme, life assurance, and critical illness cover.

• Health cash plan.

• Enhanced maternity and shared parental leave contributions of up to 6 months’ full pay depending on the length of service.

• Regular wellbeing initiatives.

• Cycle2Work scheme and much more.

Closing Date: The planned closing date for this role is 27 May 2025 at 17.00, however, we reserve the right to close the role earlier than planned.

It’s an exciting time to join AAT and we would love you to join us on our journey. In 2023 we achieved one-star company status in theBest Companiessurvey, and we have recently launchedour strategy to 2030.

We are committed to being an inclusive and welcoming place to work. We encourage applications from diverse candidates and make recruitment decisions based on skill and experience. We have a Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) Champions group, which leads on our D&I strategy and organise events to celebrate and raise awareness. We are a disability-confident committed employer and have signed up to the Race at Work Charter. We have also signed up for the Women in Finance Charter, and in 2022 we exceeded our target for appointing females into senior positions.

Come and help us to make AAT an even better place to work!

Interested?

To apply please upload a copy of your CV and fill your application online.