Learning And Development Specialist

Adam Recruitment Limited; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the manufacturing sector is seeking an experienced Learning and Development Specialist for a 12-month contract. This role involves shaping learning cultures and driving capability across multiple UK divisions. You will design learning strategies, develop engaging content, and manage apprenticeship programmes, ensuring compliance and maximizing ROI. Ideal candidates will have a background in L&D within a blue-collar workforce and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in L&D within a manufacturing or industrial blue collar workforce.
• Knowledge of adult learning theory and instructional design.

Responsibilities

• Designing and delivering learning strategies that support employee development.
• Managing learning tech and systems to streamline delivery and tracking.
• Evaluating the effectiveness of training and improving programmes.

Skills

Communication

Facilitation

Presentation

Tools

LMS platforms

Job description

Adam Recruitment Limited Greater Cheshire West and Chester Area

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Base pay range

Interim Learning & Development Specialist - 12 month contract

Are you passionate about shaping learning cultures, driving capability, and building future talent?

We’re looking for an experienced Learning and Development Specialist to play a key role in embedding a culture of continuous learning and growth across multisite UK divisions.

This is more than a training role—it's about building capability, shaping succession, and partnering across HR and operations to future-proof our talent pipeline.

What you’ll be doing:

• Designing and delivering learning strategies that support both employee development and business objectives
• Developing engaging, inclusive learning content (manuals, e-learning, workshops, etc.)
• Owning and maintaining skills matrix, training completion logs, and rolling training forecast
• Delivering high-impact in-person and virtual training sessions
• Managing learning tech and systems to streamline delivery and tracking
• Leading on apprentice development and managing apprenticeship programmes in partnership with HR
• Evaluating the effectiveness of training and using insights to improve and evolve our programmes
• Supporting succession planning by identifying and developing internal talent
• Ensuring full compliance with training regulations and standards
• Managing the L&D budget effectively to maximise ROI

What you’ll bring:

• Experience in L&D within a manufacturing or industrial blue collar workforce
• Knowledge of adult learning theory, instructional design, and LMS platforms
• Excellent communication, facilitation and presentation skills

Why join?

You'll be part of a team that values integrity, creativity, and collaboration; committed to creating a workplace where people are supported, challenged, and empowered to thrive.

Ready to drive learning that makes a difference? Apply now or DM us for a confidential chat.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Human Resources

• Industries

  Manufacturing

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