Learning And Development Officer

Alexander Mae HR Ltd; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A professional services firm in the UK is seeking a Learning & Development Officer for a 12-month maternity cover contract. You will support training delivery, coordinate events, and champion employee wellbeing initiatives in a hybrid working environment. The ideal candidate has experience in learning and development and a passion for enhancing the employee experience. Competitive salary ranges from £29,000 to £32,500.

Benefits

36.35-hour working week with flexible options

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension scheme and enhanced maternity/paternity pay

Healthcare Cashback Plan

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering both face-to-face and online training sessions.
• Strong organizational skills to manage training and CPD processes.
• Passion for enhancing the employee experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate onboarding plans and induction sessions for new starters.
• Design and deliver engaging face-to-face and online training sessions.
• Manage relationships with external training providers.
• Organize and deliver firmwide events and wellbeing initiatives.

Skills

Previous experience in learning & development or training

Skilled in designing and delivering engaging training content

Excellent communication skills

Event coordination experience

Confident using Microsoft Office

Adaptable and detail-oriented

Education

Coaching or training qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Canva

Job description

Learning & Development Officer - 12-Month Contract

Location: Hybrid, with offices across Devon and Somerset

Salary: £29,000 - £32,500 per annum

We are seeking a Learning & Development Officer to join a highly respected professional services firm on a 12-month maternity cover contract (February 2026 - February 2027, with potential extension). This is an exciting opportunity to work for an award‑winning, people‑focused organisation recognised for its investment in employee development and wellbeing.

The Role

Reporting into the People Director and working closely with two other People Officers, you'll play a key part in supporting learning and development across the firm. You'll be involved in delivering engaging training, coordinating firmwide events, championing wellbeing initiatives, and supporting recruitment and onboarding processes.

This position can be based from several office locations across Devon and Somerset, with a hybrid working arrangement. Some travel between offices—particularly Exeter and Plymouth—will be required.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate onboarding plans and induction sessions for new starters
• Design and deliver engaging face‑to‑face and online training sessions
• Support Partners and Directors with training design and delivery
• Manage training administration and CPD processes
• Oversee relationships with external training providers
• Organise and deliver firmwide events, such as the Annual Whole Firm Day and wellbeing initiatives
• Coordinate “Training Tuesday” and “Wellbeing Wednesday” programmes
• Support mental health and work experience initiatives
• Assist with recruitment and career events when needed

About You

• Previous experience in learning & development or training
• Skilled in designing and delivering engaging training content
• Excellent communication, presentation, and organisational skills
• Experience in event coordination
• Confident using Microsoft Office (Canva experience advantageous)
• Coaching or training qualification desirable but not essential
• Passionate about learning, wellbeing, and enhancing the employee experience
• Adaptable, detail‑oriented, and able to multitask effectively
• Recruitment experience would be a bonus

Benefits

• Competitive salary of £29,000 - £32,500
• 36.35-hour working week with hybrid and flexible working options
• 20 days annual leave with the option to buy additional leave (increasing with service) plus bank holidays
• Pension scheme and enhanced maternity/paternity pay after one year
• Death in service benefit (3x salary)
• Healthcare Cashback Plan and Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to work and payroll giving schemes
• Commission schemes for staff and client introductions