Learning & Development Partner

inploi; High Wycombe; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail brand in High Wycombe is seeking a Learning & Development Partner to design and deliver innovative training programmes. This role empowers teams to enhance their skills and embrace a continuous learning culture. The ideal candidate has a CIPD qualification and strong instructional design skills. The position offers a hybrid working model, a generous holiday package, and various discounts, ensuring an engaging workplace for personal and professional growth.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Discretionary Bonus

Wagestream access

Hybrid Working

TPS Perks

Buy & Sell Holiday scheme

20% staff discount

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience designing, delivering, and evaluating impactful training programmes.
• Strong knowledge of adult learning principles.
• Ability to manage multiple projects efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Champion a culture of learning across teams.
• Design and deliver engaging training programmes.
• Conduct training needs analysis with managers.
• Create digital learning content and manage LMS platforms.
• Develop and implement annual training plans.

Skills

Instructional design skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Proficiency in digital learning tools

Passion for continuous improvement

Education

CIPD qualification or equivalent

Tools

LMS administration

e-learning authoring software

Job description

We’re looking for a fantastic Learning & Development Partner to join our People & Development Team and play a key role in shaping the future of learning at The Perfume Shop. You’ll design and deliver innovative training programmes that empower our Head Office and Warehouse teams to perform at their best, grow their skills, and embrace a culture of continuous development.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about learning, collaboration, and driving change through creative and impactful solutions.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Champion a culture of learning and professional growth across Head Office and Warehouse.
• Conduct training needs analysis and partner with managers to identify skill gaps and development opportunities.
• Design and deliver engaging training programmes using blended learning approaches (e-learning, virtual, and face‑to‑face), using data‑driven insights to evaluate training effectiveness and measure ROI.
• Create digital learning content and manage LMS platforms to support diverse learning needs.
• Develop and implement an annual training plan covering onboarding, compliance, and role‑specific skills.
• Promote apprenticeships and accredited learning pathways.
• Lead and contribute to L&D projects, leveraging technology and AI to enhance the employee experience.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

• CIPD qualification or equivalent professional certification in Learning & Development or qualified by experience.
• Proven experience designing, delivering, and evaluating impactful training programmes.
• Strong instructional design skills and knowledge of adult learning principles.
• Proficiency in digital learning tools, LMS administration, and e‑learning authoring software.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and presentation skills.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple projects.
• A creative, innovative mindset with a passion for continuous improvement.
• A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel between locations.

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays with the option to buy additional days
• Discretionary Bonus – We love to share our success with you!
• Access to Wagestream, to support your financial wellbeing needs, giving you more control and flexibility with your pay.
• Hybrid Working! 3 days office and 2 days off‑site.
• Access to our TPS Perks which offers you a variety of saving and discount options.
• Buy & Sell Holiday scheme and Life Assurance.
• 20% staff discount, as well as discounts at Superdrug and Three Mobile.
• Round the clock support from our partnership with RetailTrust.
• Cycle to work scheme for those who don’t mind riding up the hills of High Wycombe.

“We’re a sociable bunch of down‑to‑earth people, who enjoy our work and each other’s company”

Agencies: We are not accepting speculative CV’s or profiles and kindly request that you refrain from contacting us.

The Perfume Shop is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to supporting diversity and inclusion within our work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.