Learning and Development Manager

Scout Recruiting LTD; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Peterborough is seeking a Learning and Development Manager to lead the development and delivery of learning and development strategies. This full-time, office-based role requires strategic thinking and management experience in L&D/OD. The starting salary is £45,500 with additional benefits. The ideal candidate has a CIPD Level 5 qualification and experience managing training across large organizations.

Qualifications

• Experience managing learning needs across large organisations.
• Strong knowledge of sector regulations.
• Track record of leading engagement and cultural change initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage a group-wide L&D strategy.
• Design and deliver leadership and management development programmes.
• Oversee staff induction and mandatory training.
• Lead staff engagement surveys and support action planning.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Project management

Strong communication

Influencing skills

Experience in L&D/OD design

Understanding of Health & Safety

Experience with digital learning platforms

Knowledge of apprenticeship levy

Education

CIPD Level 5 or equivalent

Job description

Scout Recruiting is working in partnership with their Peterborough client to recruit for a Learning and Development Manager. The purpose of the role is to Lead the development and delivery of learning, development, and organisational development (OD) strategies to support staff capability, leadership, and engagement across the business.

This is a full time permanent position working a 37 hour week and is OFFICE BASED. The starting salary is 45,500 with additional non salaried benefits.

You will be expected to travel to other company sites in the area.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage a group-wide L&D strategy and training budget.
• Design and deliver leadership and management development programmes.
• Oversee staff induction, mandatory training, and CPD.
• Manage external training providers and ensure value for money.
• Implement and maintain digital learning platforms.
• Lead staff engagement surveys and support action planning.
• Drive cultural change, talent management, and succession planning.
• Support organisational transformation and change management.
• Provide data and reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Act as lead for employee development aligned with regulatory requirements.

Key Skills & Knowledge

• Strategic thinking and project management.
• Strong communication and influencing skills.
• Experience in L&D/OD design and delivery.
• Understanding of Health & Safety, and EDI principles.
• Experience with digital learning platforms and diagnostic tools (e.g., 360 feedback).

• CIPD Level 5 or equivalent in L&D/OD (or equivalent experience).
• Experience managing learning needs across large organisations.
• Strong knowledge of apprenticeship levy and sector regulations.
• Track record of leading engagement and cultural change initiatives.