Learning and Development Partner

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

Job summary

A leading UK company is seeking a Learning & Development Partner to join their HR Support Services team. The role focuses on delivering training strategies and supporting employee growth, requiring travel across the UK. The ideal candidate has a CIPD Level 3 qualification and relevant experience, offering a competitive salary and benefits including a company car, pension contributions, and hybrid working opportunities.

Benefits

Company car or allowance

Up to 10% contributions to Colas Pension Scheme

Life Assurance at 4x salary

25 days annual leave plus public holidays

Holiday Purchase & Selling Scheme

Opportunity to study for fully funded professional qualifications

Ongoing personal and professional development

Employee discounts on various services

Qualifications

• Experience in a consultative or specialist L&D role is required.
• Experience in the construction or industrial sectors is a plus.
• Knowledge of apprenticeship schemes and funding is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Identify and prioritize training needs with business leaders.
• Support the implementation of L&D strategies, including leadership programs.
• Evaluate training effectiveness and manage relationships with training providers.

Skills

Organizational skills

Stakeholder management

Project management

Understanding of learning cycles

Consultative skills

Education

CIPD Level 3 qualification in Learning and Development

Tools

Microsoft Office

Learning Management Systems

Job description

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Learning and Development Partner, Newport

Location: Newport, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 4

Posted: 04.06.2025

Expiry Date: 19.07.2025

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 1500 in the UK. We specialize in highways construction, maintenance, and manufacturing innovative surfacing products. We hold a 'Gold Investor in People' award for our commitment to employee development and career growth.

Purpose of the role:

We are seeking an experienced Learning & Development Partner to join our HR Support Services team at our Head Office in Solihull, B37 7YB. The role involves delivering our training strategy, ensuring compliance, and supporting employee growth across the organization. UK travel is required.

Main Responsibilities:

• Identify and prioritize training needs with business leaders.
• Coordinate training requests and maintain accurate training records.
• Support the implementation of L&D strategies, including designing and delivering leadership programs.
• Evaluate training effectiveness and manage relationships with training providers.
• Support apprenticeship and graduate programs, including recruitment and onboarding.
• Maintain training matrices and ensure alignment with Learning Management Systems.

Ideal Candidate:

• Minimum CIPD Level 3 qualification in Learning and Development.
• Proven experience in a consultative or specialist L&D role.
• Strong understanding of the full learning cycle and talent development strategies.
• Excellent organizational and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Learning Management Systems.
• Experience managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of apprenticeship schemes and funding is desirable.
• Experience in construction or industrial sectors is a plus.

Package:

• Salary: £33,000 - £37,000 plus company car or allowance.
• Up to 10% contributions to Colas Pension Scheme.
• Life Assurance at 4x salary.
• 25 days annual leave plus public holidays.
• Holiday Purchase & Selling Scheme.
• Hybrid working (role-dependent).
• Opportunity to study for fully funded professional qualifications.
• Ongoing personal and professional development.
• Employee discounts on various services.

Our core values are Caring, Sharing, and Daring. We promote equality, diversity, fairness, and innovation, investing in our employees to build sustainable infrastructure solutions.