Learning & Development Lead — Strategy, Engagement & Delivery

Venner consultancy; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Venner Consultancy in London is recruiting a hands-on Learning & Development Manager to lead and shape the L&D agenda, engaging with senior stakeholders and line managers. You will bring structure to learning, coordinate delivery, and support the apprenticeship scheme as the business grows.

The role includes developing learning pathways, building engagement, and contributing to the long-term L&D strategy beyond 2027.

Qualifications

• Experience in a Learning & Development environment.
• Strong stakeholder management skills and the confidence to work with line managers and senior colleagues.
• Ability to influence, engage and communicate the value of Learning & Development.
• Excellent coordination skills with multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail.
• Experience designing and delivering learning initiatives.
• Strong communication, facilitation and coaching skills.
• Ability to identify development needs and translate into learning solutions.
• Experience or knowledge of apprenticeship schemes.
• A strategic mindset for long-term L&D planning.
• CIPD qualification would be advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of day-to-day coordination and delivery of learning activity across the business.
• Work closely with line managers to identify development needs and ensure effective use of the L&D offering.
• Build awareness and engagement around L&D across the organisation.
• Coordinate learning solutions, including workshops, coaching, external training and on-the-job development.
• Support managers with employee development, career progression and future capability.
• Identify skills and capability gaps and convert these into practical development initiatives.
• Manage the training calendar, external suppliers, budget and related administration.
• Support apprenticeship schemes and ensure programmes are effectively coordinated.
• Maintain accurate learning records and ensure compliance requirements are met.
• Produce and analyse L&D reports to measure effectiveness and identify improvements.
• Develop learning pathways, frameworks and processes as the business evolves.
• Play a key role in shaping and implementing the longer-term L&D strategy.

Skills

L&D strategy

Stakeholder management

Learning delivery

Curriculum design

Coaching & facilitation

Apprenticeship programs

Project coordination

Communication

Organisational skills

Data & reporting

Education

CIPD qualification (advantageous)

Job description

Venner Consultancy in London is recruiting a hands-on Learning & Development Manager to lead and shape the L&D agenda, engaging with senior stakeholders and line managers. You will bring structure to learning, coordinate delivery, and support the apprenticeship scheme as the business grows.

The role includes developing learning pathways, building engagement, and contributing to the long-term L&D strategy beyond 2027.