Learning and Development Manager

2 Sisters Food Group; Scunthorpe; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing company in Scunthorpe is seeking a hands-on Learning and Development Manager to oversee the L&D agenda. The ideal candidate will have over 2 years of relevant experience, strong people management skills, and a proactive, engaging approach to learning. This role offers excellent growth potential within a dynamic team focused on delivering high-quality training solutions in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Career progression opportunities

Structured training and support

Employee Assistance Programme

50% discount at selected restaurants

Cycle2Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in a Learning and Development role.
• Experience in fast-paced manufacturing environments is advantageous.
• Strong people management skills and ability to develop a growing team.

Responsibilities

• Own and manage the entire L&D agenda.
• Design and deliver training programs.
• Improve induction and onboarding processes.
• Execute the overall learning strategy.
• Create practical and engaging training.

Skills

Training expertise

Leadership capability

Exceptional communication skills

People management

Adaptability

Education

Relevant L&D qualifications (e.g., CIPD)

Job description

Overview

Learning and Development Manager

Location: Scunthorpe - Onsite

Great Package + Qualifications & Training + Autonomy + Flexible working hours

About Us

Join 2 Sisters Food Group, one of the UK's largest food manufacturers with over £3 billion in annual revenue and approximately 13,500 employees across 16 sites. As part of our dynamic team at the Scunthorpe site, you will help deliver high-quality poultry products to major retailers. This site has received continuous investment, ensuring cutting-edge facilities and optimised production processes.

About the Role

In this role you will be a hands-on Learning and Development Manager joining our team at our Scunthorpe site - our largest site, with around 2,000 employees. This is a fast-paced, complex environment that needs someone proactive, resilient, and able to thrive under pressure.

Key Responsibilities

• This is a hands-on, full-scope Learning & Development role where you'll take ownership of the entire L&D agenda.
• Designing and delivering factory and management training programs
• Leading and improving the induction and onboarding process
• Shaping and executing the overall learning strategy
• Supporting new initiatives and projects with tailored training solutions
• Creating impactful, practical training from the ground up - we're not looking for textbook trainers, but someone who brings learning to life

About You

We're looking for a confident, hands-on Learning & Development Manager with a blend of training expertise, leadership capability, and exceptional communication skills. You'll bring energy, creativity, and a practical approach to learning - not just theories and frameworks. This role needs someone who's visible, engaging, and action-oriented - someone who thrives in fast-paced environments and makes learning stick by doing, not just designing.

Key Skills and Qualifications

• 2+ years in an L&D role
• Ability to think on your feet and adapt quickly to challenges
• Experience in fast-paced, large-scale manufacturing or industrial environments is a big plus
• Not afraid to get hands dirty - you'll be very visible on site
• Strong people management skills, with the ability to develop and mentor a growing team
• Any relevant L&D qualifications or similar such as CIPD etc. will be advantageous.

Benefits

• Strong potential for career progression with 2 Sisters Food Group
• Structured training and support for qualifications and career development
• Refer a friend scheme
• Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme and Grocery Aid are free and confidential support services 365 days a year
• Boparan Restaurant Group Discount - 50% discount for friends and family (Giraffe World Kitchen, Harry Ramsden, Ed's Easy Diner, and Burger & Cocktails)
• Cycle2Work Scheme

Why Join Us?

2 Sisters Food Group offers excellent opportunities for growth and advancement within the company. With our focus on internal promotions, you can build a long-term career while contributing to the success of our leading manufacturing operations.