Learning and Development Partner

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

Job summary

A leading company in the construction sector is seeking a Learning and Development Partner to join their HR Support Services team. The ideal candidate will deliver training strategies, manage development programs, and support employee growth. With a competitive salary, the role offers opportunities for professional development and a hybrid working scheme.

Benefits

Company car or allowance

Colas Pension Scheme with up to 10% contributions

25 days annual leave plus public holidays

Opportunity to study for fully funded professional qualifications

Employee discounts on various benefits

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Identify and prioritize training needs in collaboration with business leaders.
• Design and deliver leadership and management development programs.
• Evaluate training effectiveness and contribute to ROI assessments.

Skills

Organizational skills

Stakeholder management

Project management

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, Slough

Location: Slough, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

Job Description:

Company: CLT SUPPORT SERVICES CENTRAL

Location: Birmingham, 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 1500 in the UK. We specialize in highways construction, maintenance, and manufacturing innovative surfacing products. We are recognized with a 'Gold Investor in People' award for employee development and career growth opportunities.

Purpose of the role

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 be responsible for delivering our training strategy, ensuring compliance, and supporting employee development at all levels.

Main Responsibilities

• Identify and prioritize training needs in collaboration with business leaders.
• Coordinate daily training requests and maintain accurate training records.
• Support the implementation of the L&D strategy with the Talent Development Manager.
• Design and deliver leadership and management development 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, onboarding, audits, and budgets.
• Maintain training matrices and ensure their alignment with the Learning Management System.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of L&D processes, systems, and policies.

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, funding, and industry training standards is desirable.
• Experience in the construction or industrial sector is a plus but not essential.

Package Description

• Salary between £33,000 and £37,000 plus company car or allowance.
• Colas Pension Scheme with up to 10% contributions.
• Life Assurance at x4 salary.
• 25 days annual leave plus public holidays.
• Holiday Purchase & Selling Scheme.
• Hybrid working scheme (role-dependent).
• Opportunity to study for fully funded professional qualifications.
• Ongoing personal and professional development.
• Employee discounts on various benefits.

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