Learning and Development Partner

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

Job summary

A leading company in the construction sector seeks a proactive Learning & Development Partner to shape their training strategy and support employee growth across all levels. The role involves identifying training needs, designing leadership programs, and managing external training relationships. The ideal candidate will have a CIPD Level 3 qualification and experience in L&D, particularly in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

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

Funding for professional qualifications

Ongoing development opportunities

Employee discounts on various services

Qualifications

• Experience in a consultative or specialist L&D role.
• Strong understanding of the full learning cycle.
• Desirable knowledge of apprenticeships and funding.

Responsibilities

• Identify and prioritize training needs.
• Design and deliver bespoke leadership programs.
• Manage relationships with training providers.

Skills

Organizational skills

Stakeholder management

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Project management

Education

CIPD Level 3 qualification in Learning and Development

Tools

Learning Management Systems (LMS)

Job description

Social network you want to login/join with:

Learning and Development Partner, Portsmouth, Hampshire

Job Location: Portsmouth, Hampshire, 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, a UK subsidiary of the global Colas Group, operates in over 50 countries with more than 55,000 employees worldwide, including over 1,500 in the UK. We specialize in highways construction, including large-scale UK and international projects, and offer maintenance services and innovative surfacing products. We hold a 'Gold Investor in People' award for employee development and career growth.

https://youtu.be/UfW2V6iUHpw

Purpose of the role

We are seeking an experienced and proactive 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 the growth of our people across all levels.

This role offers a great opportunity to shape the future of learning at Colas, working with internal stakeholders and external partners to build capability and support career development.

Main Responsibilities

• Identify and prioritize training needs with business leaders.
• Coordinate and manage daily training requests, maintaining accurate records.
• Support the implementation of the L&D strategy with the Talent Development Manager.
• Design and deliver bespoke leadership and management programs.
• Evaluate training effectiveness and contribute to ROI and ROE assessments.
• Manage relationships with training providers, including contracts and SLAs.
• Support apprenticeship and graduate programs, including recruitment and onboarding.
• Assist with audits and budget reviews related to training activities.
• Maintain training matrices aligned with the Learning Management System.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of L&D processes, systems, and policies.

Ideal Candidate

Minimum requirements include a CIPD Level 3 qualification in Learning and Development, proven experience in a consultative or specialist L&D role, and a strong understanding of the full learning cycle and talent development strategies. Candidates should have excellent organizational and stakeholder management skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office and Learning Management Systems, and experience managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. Knowledge of apprenticeships, funding, and industry standards is desirable. Experience in construction or industrial sectors is a plus but not essential.

Package Description

We offer a comprehensive 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 development opportunities
• Employee discounts on various services and products

Our core values are Caring, Sharing, and Daring, guiding our commitment to diversity, innovation, and sustainable infrastructure solutions.