Learning and Development Partner

JR United Kingdom; Luton; Hybrid; GBP 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the construction industry is seeking a Learning & Development Partner to develop impactful training strategies and manage talent development. This role is based in Luton, requiring UK travel, and offers a competitive salary, hybrid working, and professional development opportunities. The ideal candidate will have a CIPD Level 3 qualification and strong organizational skills.

Benefits

Company car or allowance

Pension Scheme with up to 10% contributions

25 days annual leave plus public holidays

Professional Qualifications funding

Employee discounts on various benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum CIPD Level 3 qualification in Learning and Development.
• Experience in a consultative or specialist L&D role is essential.
• Strong understanding of the full learning cycle and talent development.

Responsibilities

• Identify training needs and manage training requests.
• Design and deliver leadership and management programs.
• Maintain training matrices aligned with the Learning Management System.

Skills

Organizational skills

Stakeholder management

Project management

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

CIPD Level 3 in Learning and Development

Tools

Learning Management Systems

Job description

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Luton, Bedfordshire, United Kingdom

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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Job Description:

Company: CLT SUPPORT SERVICES CENTRAL

Location: Birmingham

Country: United Kingdom

Type of Contract: Permanent

Publication Date: 30 May 2025

Colas Ltd is a UK subsidiary of the global Colas Group, operating in over 50 countries with more than 55,000 employees worldwide, including over 1,500 in the UK. We specialize in highways construction, large-scale UK and international projects, highways maintenance, and manufacturing surfacing products. We have been awarded the 'Gold Investor in People' for our commitment to employee development and career growth.

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Purpose of the role

Are you passionate about developing people and driving impactful learning initiatives? We are seeking an experienced Learning & Development Partner to join our HR Support Services team. Based at our Head Office in Solihull (B37 7YB), with UK travel required, you will deliver our training strategy, ensure compliance, and support growth across all organizational levels.

This role offers the chance to shape learning at Colas, working with internal and external partners to build capability and support career development.

Main Responsibilities

Work with business leaders to identify training needs, manage training requests, and maintain accurate records. Support the implementation of the L&D strategy, design and deliver leadership and management programs, evaluate training effectiveness, and manage relationships with training providers, including contracts and SLAs. Assist with apprenticeship and graduate programs, audits, and budget reviews. Maintain training matrices aligned with the Learning Management System and contribute to continuous improvement of L&D processes, systems, and policies.

Ideal Candidate

Minimum CIPD Level 3 qualification in Learning and Development, with proven experience in a consultative or specialist L&D role. Strong understanding of the full learning cycle, talent development, excellent organizational and stakeholder management skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Learning Management Systems, with experience managing multiple projects. Knowledge of apprenticeship schemes, funding, and industry standards is desirable. Sector experience in construction or industrial fields is a plus but not essential.

Package Description

We offer a competitive total package including:

• Salary between £33,000 and £37,000 plus a company car or allowance
• Colas Pension Scheme with up to 10% contributions
• Life Assurance at 4x salary
• 25 days annual leave plus public holidays
• Holiday Purchase & Selling Scheme
• Hybrid Working Scheme (role dependent)
• Funding for Professional Qualifications
• Ongoing personal and professional development
• Employee discounts on various benefits

Our core values are Caring, Sharing, and Daring. We promote equality, diversity, fairness, transparency, and respect. We foster a culture of innovation and responsibility, investing in our employees to provide sustainable infrastructure solutions.