Learning & Development Coordinator

Drnewitt; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10% Performance Bonus

Onsite work in Maidstone

Job summary

Drnewitt is seeking an L&D Coordinator at its Maidstone site to drive the learning strategy and provide generalist HR support. The role is 100% onsite with occasional travel to other UK manufacturing sites.

You will work closely with the Site People Manager to deliver training programs, manage the LMS (Alchemy) and other talent platforms, and support ER processes and payroll coordination.

Qualifications

• Previous L&D experience with HR exposure, ideally in FMCG or food manufacturing.
• Understanding GMP and manufacturing site operations.
• Experience with eLearning platforms and apprenticeship funding.
• Strong note-taking and interpersonal/influencing abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, deliver, and evaluate site-wide training solutions aligned with business goals.
• Identify funding for training, including apprenticeship levy interventions.
• Manage learning platforms and track KPIs and compliance.
• Take notes during HR meetings (disciplinaries, investigations, etc.)
• Support line managers with onboarding, induction, and probation reviews.
• Coordinate with payroll on joiners/leavers/pay adjustments.

Skills

HR administration

Employee relations

Note-taking

Interpersonal skills

Prioritisation

Tools

Alchemy eLearning

Talent platforms

Job description

Job Description

L\u2019D Coordinator

Maidstone, Kent (100% Onsite, with occasional travel to other UK manufacturing sites)

Up to £45,000 per annum + 10% Performance Bonus

About the Role

Are you an L\u2019D professional with a strong background in generalist HR administration and employee relations?

We have partnered with a market-leading global food manufacturing business at their key site in Maidstone to recruit a dynamic L\u2019D Co-ordinator (with HR experience). Reporting directly to the Site People Manager, this hybrid-scope role delivers the site's learning and development strategy while providing crucial generalist HR operational support.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, deliver, and evaluate site-wide training solutions aligned with overall business goals and operational objectives.


• Work alongside the Finance team to identify and access funding for training, including apprenticeship levy interventions.


• Manage key platforms including the talent management system and Alchemy eLearning to track metrics, KPIs, and site compliance.


• Support line managers by taking notes during formal HR meetings (disciplinaries, investigations, absence reviews, performance management, and appeals).


• Analyse ER and KPI metrics to highlight trends. Update HR systems and coordinate with payroll on joiners, leavers, and pay adjustments.


• Support line managers with new starter documentation, equipment setup, induction delivery, and probation reviews.

Your Skills & Experience

• Previous experience in an L\u2019D role combined with practical HR exposure, ideally gained within FMCG or food manufacturing.


• Understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and manufacturing site operations.


• Familiarity with eLearning platforms (e.g., Alchemy), Talent platforms, and apprenticeship levy funding.


• Excellent note-taking skills for formal ER procedures and solid interpersonal/influencing abilities.


• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities under pressure.

What\u2019s on Offer

• Salary: Up to £45,000 per annum (dependent on experience).


• Bonus: Up to 10% annual performance bonus.


• Working Pattern: 100% Onsite in Maidstone (with occasional UK site travel).


• Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package and clear progression pathways within a global FMCG leader.