Learning & Development Delivery Consultant

Xafinity Consulting Ltd; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension matching

Healthcare plans

Life assurance

Volunteer days

25 days holiday

Job summary

XPS Group, a UK pensions and insurance consultancy, is seeking a Learning & Development Delivery Consultant in Reading. The role is permanent, hybrid, with 36.25 hours weekly and a consultant grade.

The team partners with business areas to design practical learning solutions and deliver impactful development across the Group. The ideal candidate will design engaging content, deliver to various audiences, and travel regularly to different offices.

Qualifications

• Proven experience designing and delivering face-to-face learning.
• Experience creating engaging learning content with digital tools.
• Strong stakeholder communication and relationship building.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver learning using methods incl. workshops, virtual sessions and digital content.
• Deliver training to diverse audiences with confidence and adaptability.
• Ensure content is accessible and inclusive for a broad learner base.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define objectives and measurable outcomes.
• Support continuous improvement of learning solutions across the group.
• Develop digital/blended learning across the organization with e-learning content.
• Travel regularly across the UK to deliver sessions in various offices.

Skills

Facilitation

Articulate 360

Vyond

Stakeholder mgmt

Accessible learning

Tools

Articulate 360

LMS

Job description

At XPS, we don't just value the work you do – we value you. Your ambition, your ideas, your career goals and your life outside of work.Whether you're looking for your next challenge, greater flexibility, or a place where you can make a real impact, you'll find opportunities to thrive at XPS. We're built on collaboration, trust and expertise, giving our people the freedom to work their way, shape their path and be themselves.If you're looking for a career where you can grow, belong and make a difference, we'd love to hear from you.Find a career that's built for you.

Job profile for Learning & Development Delivery Consultant

Learning & Development Delivery Consultant

Contractual hours 36.25

Basis Full time

Job category/type - Central Functions

Date posted 18/09/2026

Job reference REQ003840

Job description

Learning and Development Delivery Consultant

Location: Reading

Employment Type: Permanent, Fixed Term (12 months)

Grade: Consultant

Hybrid

REQ003840

About XPS Group:

XPS Group is a prominent and growing UK consultancy and administration firm within the pensions and insurance sectors. As a FTSE 250 company with over 2000 employees, we leverage expertise alongside advanced technology to serve over 1,400 pension schemes and their sponsors. Our goal is to foster a workplace where diverse talents thrive.

About the Role:

The Group Learning and Development function sits within HR and partners with teams across XPS to build capability, confidence and career development at every stage. We work with business areas to understand their learning needs, design practical and engaging learning solutions, and create a consistent, high-quality learning experience across the Group. Our ambition is to foster a strong learning culture where colleagues can develop the skills, knowledge and behaviours they need to perform well, progress their careers and contribute to the continued success of XPS.

Key Responsibilities:

Reporting to a Learning and Development Business Partner, this is a practical, hands‑on role for someone who enjoys helping people build confidence and capability. You will design and deliver learning that makes a visible difference to colleagues across XPS, with regular travel across the UK to deliver face‑to‑face learning in different offices and settings. The role will also help you develop your experience across facilitation, stakeholder engagement and digital learning. The role will be responsible for:

• Designing and delivering engaging, accessible and outcome-focused learning solutions using a range of methods, including face‑to‑face workshops, virtual sessions, blended learning and digital learning content, in support of the Group learning and development strategy.
• Delivering training confidently and credibly to a range of audiences, including colleagues, line managers and senior stakeholders, adapting style, pace and content to meet different learning needs and group dynamics.
• Ensuring all learning content is accessible, inclusive and engaging for a broad range of learners.
• Working closely with stakeholders to understand performance and capability needs, translate these into clear learning objectives, and create practical learning solutions that are relevant, engaging and measurable.
• Support the wider team with design and delivery of learning solutions to meet the needs of colleagues at all stages of their career.
• Evaluate learning programmes to ensure outcomes are met and make recommendations for improvement.
• Adopt continuous improvement methods to ensure there is a culture of improvement across all learning and development solutions.
• Supporting the development of digital and blended learning across the Group, including creating or curating e-learning content, encouraging learner engagement with digital platforms, and identifying opportunities to use technology to improve the learning experience.

Your Profile:

Essential:

• Proven experience of designing and delivering engaging face‑to‑face learning, including classroom‑style workshops, with the confidence to facilitate groups, respond to questions and adapt delivery to different audiences.
• Experience of using digital learning tools or platforms, such as Articulate 360, Vyond, learning management systems or similar, to create, adapt or deliver engaging learning content.
• Strong communication skills and ability to build relationships with different levels of stakeholders.
• Experience of designing engaging, interactive and accessible learning content that supports clear learning outcomes and can be delivered through face‑to‑face, virtual, blended or digital formats.
• Good understanding of learning solutions that are accessible for all learners.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects.
• Willingness and ability to travel regularly across the UK to deliver learning in XPS offices and other locations, with travel expected several times a month and occasional overnight stays required.

Desirable:

• Knowledge and experience in the use of AI as a learning tool.
• Experience of creating digital, blended or multimedia learning content using tools such as Articulate 360, Vyond, video, animation, AI‑enabled learning tools or similar technologies.
• Design and delivery of learning solutions in a Corporate environment.
• Knowledge of financial services including pensions, investment and insurance.

What We Offer:

Enjoy a competitive salary, annual discretionary bonus, and 25 days’ holiday with buy/sell flexibility. Benefits include pension matching, healthcare plans, life assurance, and retailer discounts. We support our team with a flexible benefits scheme, employee assistance, and digital GP service. Participating in volunteering events is encouraged with paid volunteer days available. Referral bonuses are offered for introducing suitable candidates to XPS.

Equal Opportunities Statement:

XPS Group is committed to diversity and equal opportunities. We welcome applications from all candidates, irrespective of sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion, or belief. As a Disability Confident employer, we ensure accessible and supportive work settings for all employees.

Eligibility:

Any employment offer made will be conditional upon you satisfying DBS Disclosure checks, Employment or educational references, Satisfactory credit checks and eligibility to work in the UK before an offer can be made. XPS Group is not able to provide sponsorship to employees.

Who Are We:

To find out more please visit: www.xpsgroup.com