Learning & Development Manager

JR United Kingdom; Bolton; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing organization in Bolton seeks a Learning & Development Manager for a hybrid, full-time role. This position involves developing training strategies, managing budgets, and collaborating with other teams to enhance employee engagement and retention. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in L&D and possess excellent project management skills.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in developing and implementing L&D programs.
• Strong understanding of learning strategies and training design.

Responsibilities

• Create and execute learning strategies aligned with organisational goals.
• Develop e-learning courses and evaluate training programs.
• Manage training budgets and relationships with vendors.

Skills

Project Management

Interpersonal Skills

Communication

Job description

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Learning & Development Manager, Bolton, Greater Manchester

Client: Talentedge

Location: Bolton, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

Job Description:

Job title: Learning & Development Manager

Location: Bolton

Hybrid working, permanent, full-time role

I am working with a fantastic and fast-growing organisation looking for an L&D Manager to join their team. This is a newly created role offering the opportunity to develop and implement a new L&D strategy alongside the people and management team.

More about the role:

• Develop Learning Strategies: Create and execute learning strategies aligned with organisational goals to enhance employee engagement and retention.
• Design Training Programs: Develop e-learning courses, workshops, and other training initiatives to address skill gaps and meet evolving client needs.
• Evaluate Training Effectiveness: Assess the impact of training programs on employee performance and organisational success.
• Manage Budgets and Vendors: Oversee training budgets and manage relationships with external training providers.
• Structure Skills Inventory and Skills Matrix: Understand organisational capabilities and gaps to inform strategies and recruitment.
• Succession Planning: Implement succession planning across the group to ensure all roles have appropriate successors.
• Apprenticeship Programme: Develop and manage an apprenticeship programme in collaboration with training providers.

What you will need:

• Proven experience in developing and implementing L&D programs
• Strong understanding of learning strategies, training design, and evaluation methods
• Excellent project management skills, including managing budgets and vendor relationships
• Experience in establishing training academies and succession planning
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Friendly, approachable, and supportive personality