Learning & Development Director, London

Welcome to the Jungle; London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading organization as a Learning & Development Director in London, where you'll drive global L&D initiatives that empower employees to grow. Collaborate with senior management, create impactful training programs, and foster a culture of continuous improvement within a dynamic workplace.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of related experience with at least 4 in training and development.
• Experience driving L&D roadmap in a global workforce.
• High proficiency in English (written and spoken).

Responsibilities

• Lead the creation and execution of the L&D roadmap.
• Develop L&D strategies for leadership and high-potential talent.
• Monitor and evaluate the L&D plan and budget.

Skills

Leadership & Management Development

Data Interpretation

Training & Development

Presentation Skills

Change Management

DEI Strategies

Job description

Learning & Development Director, London

Curious about what it’s like to work at the world’s #1 discovery platform as a Learning & Development Director? We’re glad you asked!

What is the key purpose of a Learning & Development Manager/Director?
As a Learning & Development (L&D) Manager/Director on the HR team in London, you will be responsible for establishing and enhancing global learning, development, and engagement programs that empower our organization, teams, managers, and employees to grow both personally and professionally.

What skills and qualifications do I need?

Essential:

• 7-10 years of related experience, with at least 4 years focused on training and development
• Experience driving an L&D roadmap in a global workforce
• Ability to gather and interpret data
• Comfortable pitching L&D concepts to various business stakeholders, including senior management and executives
• Highly skilled in preparing and delivering presentations and other written content
• High proficiency in English (written and spoken)

Nice to Have:

• Proven change management experience in a technology environment

What will you do on a regular basis?

Design and Implement L&D Strategies:

• Lead the creation and execution of the L&D roadmap, covering:
  • Leadership & Management Development
  • High-Potential Development / Talent Management programs
  • DEI-related educational programs
• Tailor global and local L&D solutions to align with the global business strategy and hybrid work environment
• Develop and implement strategies for people-management capabilities, focusing on leadership in a hybrid setting (including training, coaching, and mentoring)

Program Development and Culture Building:

• Create tools, frameworks, and standards to support employee growth across the employee lifecycle
• Play a key role in strengthening company culture, embedding it into all people-related practices
• Conduct research on L&D trends and test new tools to drive continuous improvement

Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement:

• Partner with the HRBP team and leadership to introduce or refine L&D programs
• Organize and lead events like training sessions, focus groups, and consultation meetings
• Act as a trusted consultant and subject matter expert in L&D for business stakeholders

Program Evaluation and Vendor Management:

• Monitor and evaluate the L&D plan and track budget usage on a monthly, quarterly, and yearly basis
• Manage external vendors, contracts, and the invoicing process to ensure smooth program delivery

Why Taboola?
If you ask our employees what they love about Taboola, they’ll tell you they can discover their best professional self, explore growth opportunities, and collaborate with smart and talented people.

We work with some of the biggest names in the business — Business Insider, NBC, Wells Fargo, Adidas, and more.

Sounds good? Here’s how to apply:
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Diversity & Inclusion at Taboola
Taboola is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in all forms. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees and believe that diversity is critical for success. Employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

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