Learning & Development Manager

LHH; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 65,000; Part time

Job summary

A forward-thinking professional services company in Southampton seeks a Learning & Development Manager to lead core learning programmes. This part-time role involves collaborating with stakeholders to address skills gaps and enhance leadership development. The ideal candidate thrives in a collaborative environment and possesses strong relationship-building skills. Salary is competitive, and the position offers a hybrid working model.

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering training and managing the full L&D lifecycle.
• Ability to influence senior stakeholders effectively.
• Strong organizational skills for managing budgets and external suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of core learning programmes.
• Partner closely with People Business Partners to identify skills gaps.
• Ensure learning experiences are meaningful and impactful.

Skills

Collaboration skills

Training delivery

Relationship building

Budget management

Creativity

Job description

Learning & Development Manager (Part-Time, FTC)

Location: Hybrid (Southampton base with some travel required)

Contract: 14-month Fixed Term Contract

Salary: £60,000 – £65,000 FTE

Hours: Part-time (3 days or 5 shorter days - Flexible)

Are you passionate about creating meaningful learning experiences that empower people to grow, lead, and thrive? Our client, a forward-thinking professional services company, is seeking a Learning & Development Manager to shape the future of learning within their values-driven, high-performing culture. In this role, you will lead the design and delivery of core learning programmes, focusing on leadership development, high-performing teams, career frameworks, and embedding values and behaviours whilst partnering closely with the People Business Partners to identify skills gaps.

Our client is looking for someone who:

• Thrives in a collaborative culture
• Is confident delivering training and managing the full L&D lifecycle
• Has strong relationship building skills and can influence senior stakeholders
• Is comfortable managing budgets and external suppliers
• Brings creativity, curiosity, and a passion for driving performance through learning

Experience in professional services would be an advantage but is not essential. What matters most is your ability to make learning visible, accessible, and impactful.

If you are ready to make a difference in a people-first environment, please apply now.