Learning & Development Assistant

Confidential; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 31,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential in City of London is seeking a Learning & Development Assistant on a permanent, hybrid basis. The role supports the L&D Manager and collaborates with HR and the global Professional Development function to coordinate learning initiatives for trainees, associates and business services professionals.

You will administer learning programmes via the LMS, maintain intranet pages, coordinate training and the trainee review process, and assist with SQE enrolments and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Up to one year's experience within Learning & Development or similar administrative role.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Confidence using learning systems, databases, spreadsheets and other technology platforms.

Responsibilities

• Administering learning programmes through the firm's LMS, including attendance tracking, evaluations and training records.
• Updating and maintaining Professional Development intranet pages.
• Booking training rooms, coordinating catering and maintaining programme schedules.
• Processing invoices and monitoring training-related budgets.
• Coordinating trainee review processes and maintaining trainee records.
• Managing trainee training schedules and liaising with external training providers.
• Assisting with enrolment onto SQE and related training programmes.
• Maintaining SRA Development Plans and supporting regulatory compliance processes.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Deadline management

Tech proficiency

Tools

LMS (Learning Management System)

Intranet pages

Spreadsheets

Databases

Budgeting software

Job description

Job Title: Learning & Development Assistant

Location: City of London

Role: Permanent Role

Working Arrangement: Hybrid Working (3 days in office)

Salary: £37,000 per annum

Requirements: Law firm experience is desired

The firm

Our client is a prestigious global law firm with a longstanding reputation for excellence. With offices across multiple continents and a strong presence in London, the firm advises an impressive portfolio of clients on complex international matters across a wide range of practice areas. Renowned for its collaborative culture and commitment to professional development, the firm offers an exceptional environment for individuals looking to build a career within legal business services.

The role

In your new role as Learning & Development Assistant you will be supporting the Learning & Development Manager and working closely with colleagues across HR and the wider global Professional Development function, you will play a key role in the administration and coordination of learning initiatives for trainees, associates and business services professionals.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Administering learning programmes through the firm's Learning Management System (LMS), including attendance tracking, evaluations and training records.


• Updating and maintaining Professional Development intranet pages.


• Booking training rooms, coordinating catering and maintaining programme schedules.


• Processing invoices and monitoring training-related budgets.


• Coordinating trainee review processes and maintaining trainee records.


• Managing trainee training schedules and liaising with external training providers.


• Assisting with enrolment onto SQE and related training programmes.


• Maintaining SRA Development Plans and supporting regulatory compliance processes.


• Contributing to AI-related initiatives and wider firm projects as required.

What do you need?

In order to be successful in this role you will need:

• Up to one year's experience within Learning & Development, Professional Development or a similar administrative role.


• Strong verbal and written communication skills.


• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.


• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.


• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.


• Confidence using learning systems, databases, spreadsheets and other technology platforms.

What do you get in return?

In return, you will receive a competitive salary, excellent benefits and the opportunity to work at an established law firm in London.