Learning and Development Specialist

JR United Kingdom; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist executive search firm is seeking a Learning And Development Specialist in London. This role focuses on leading the design and delivery of a strategic leadership development agenda, engaging with senior management and fostering a culture of continuous learning. Candidates should have proven experience in Learning & Development, emphasizing leadership and stakeholder management skills. An executive coaching background is a plus, but not required.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Learning & Development, focusing on leadership and organisational development.
• Executive coaching experience is welcome but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Shape a future-focused leadership development strategy aligned with long-term goals.
• Design and deliver enterprise-wide development programmes.
• Embed a culture of continuous learning and reflective leadership.

Skills

Strong stakeholder management skills

Ability to influence and collaborate at Executive Committee level

Interest in leadership psychology and transformation

Job description

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Client:

Simmons & Hanbury

Location:

london (city of london), United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

22.08.2025

Expiry Date:

06.10.2025

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Job Description:

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Our client

Our client is seeking a senior Learning & Development professional to lead the design and delivery of a leadership development agenda targeting senior management and the broader business. This newly created, strategically significant role has direct exposure to the Executive Committee and is backed by strong organisational investment and influence.

Key responsibilities

• Partner with the Executive Committee and senior stakeholders to shape a future-focused leadership development strategy aligned with the firm’s long-term goals.
• Conduct a comprehensive diagnostic of current leadership capabilities and identify key areas for growth, transformation and behavioural shifts.
• Design and deliver enterprise-wide development programmes that inspire, empower and equip leaders at all levels, from emerging talent to senior executives.
• Embed a culture of continuous learning and reflective leadership, using data, feedback and behavioural science to refine approaches and measure impact.
• Bring fresh thinking to leadership capability frameworks, drawing on the latest thinking in organisational psychology, coaching, and adult learning theory.
• Act as a trusted advisor on leadership, culture, and change, helping to shape the organisation’s identity during a critical phase of growth and evolution.
• Build internal capability through coaching, mentoring and the development of high-impact learning experiences that resonate across business units.

Experience requirements

• Proven experience in Learning & Development, with a focus on leadership and organisational development.
• Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate at Executive Committee level.
• A deep interest in leadership psychology and transformation; executive coaching experience is welcome but not essential.

Due to the high volume of applications, if you haven’t heard back from the team on this role, unfortunately your application has been unsuccessful. If your profile matches any of our other opportunities, one of our consultants will be in touch.

About Simmons & Hanbury

Simmons & Hanbury is a specialist executive search firm that sources and secures the best human capital and future leaders for our clients. We provide an integrated international service to support our clients across the globe, from our group headquarters based in the heart of the City of London. We support some of the most prestigious organisations in the world, across financial services, commerce & industry, and professional services. Our services include executive search, interim solutions and market intelligence within the Legal, Compliance, Corporate Governance and Human Resources practice areas.

We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible recruitment process for all candidates. If you require any reasonable adjustments to participate in the application process, please reach out directly. We welcome discussions about your needs and endeavour to provide support to ensure a positive experience.