Learning & Development Manager

Zertus UK & Ireland; Sherburn in Elmet; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturer is seeking a Learning and Development Manager to coordinate and lead training strategies across various sites. This hybrid role involves working closely with the HR Director and site leadership, managing a team of 5, and driving both compliance and innovative training programs. Ideal candidates will have experience in food or FMCG sectors, strong stakeholder communication skills, and a passion for developing people.

Benefits

Annual bonus up to 10%

Pension (4% Employer Contributions)

Life Assurance (x4 basic salary)

Health Care Cash Plan

Holiday Purchase Salary Sacrifice Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in Food or FMCG sectors preferred.
• Passionate about developing people.
• Experience in a hands-on role.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver the annual Leadership Development Programme.
• Establish talent mapping and succession planning processes.
• Lead and support Training Coordinators in compliance and training delivery.
• Design and deliver engaging training sessions and workshops.
• Support the PDR process and talent development.

Skills

Strong stakeholder communication skills

Hands-on and resilient

Strategic planning

Designing engaging learning content

Collaborative working

Tools

Papaya LMS

Articulate

Job description

Learning and Development Manager

Zertus UK&I

Shift Pattern: Monday - Friday, 0830 - 1630

Salary: Up to £50,000 per annum

Humdinger Ltd, Kinnerton Confectionery, and Lir Chocolates are behind some of the most loved nut and chocolate products, including the number one free from chocolate NOMO. Our people function prides itself on unleashing talent, and we are seeking an L&D Manager to help us do this!

This is a hybrid role allowing a mix of home and site-based working. We have manufacturing sites across the UK including Heckington Lincolnshire, Bromborough Wirral, Fakenham Norfolk, and Sherburn in Elmet Leeds. If you are based near one of these locations and enjoy travel to visit your team and stakeholders, this could be ideal for you.

The role reports directly to the HR Director, providing a close connection with the board of directors and site leadership teams, making it a great opportunity to work with key decision-makers.

This position offers a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious L&D professional to take ownership of our current and future L&D strategies and lead a team of 5 training coordinators.

The role involves:

1. Coordinating and delivering our annual Leadership Development Programme across sites.
2. Establishing talent mapping and succession planning processes.
3. Leading and supporting Training Coordinators to ensure compliance and effective training delivery and tracking.
4. Designing and delivering engaging training sessions, workshops, and eLearning content using tools like Articulate.
5. Supporting the performance development review (PDR) process and talent development.
6. Shaping and delivering graduate and apprenticeship programmes.
7. Collaborating with managers to identify team development needs and create tailored learning solutions.
8. Supporting the development and rollout of factory training programmes and competency frameworks.
9. Managing the Learning Management System (Papaya LMS), ensuring accurate records and reporting.
10. Working with stakeholders to establish training budgets and support the use of the apprenticeship levy.

This role offers the chance to shape growth, inspire talent, and make a significant impact. Experience in Food or FMCG sectors is preferred.

We are looking for someone who is:

• Hands-on and resilient
• Comfortable with strategic planning and daily implementation
• Enjoys designing and delivering engaging learning content
• Strong collaborator
• Proactive with excellent stakeholder communication skills
• Passionate about developing people
• Engaging at all levels of the business
• Experienced in food manufacturing or FMCG environments
• Interested in hybrid working

Benefits include:

• Annual bonus up to 10%
• Pension (4% Employer Contributions)
• Life Assurance (x4 basic salary)
• Health Care Cash Plan via Paycare
• Holiday Purchase Salary Sacrifice Scheme
• Cycle to Work & Electrical Car Salary Sacrifice Schemes
• Family-friendly policies and hybrid working options
• Engagement activities and wellbeing events
• Recognition schemes and referral rewards
• Training and development opportunities

Zertus is an equal opportunity employer that celebrates diversity and inclusivity. Your application will be reviewed, and successful candidates will be contacted for interviews. Please check your junk mail for correspondence.