Learning Technology Manager - Infrastructure - 6 Month Fixed Term Contract / Secondment

Tesco UK; Welwyn Garden City; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A major UK retailer seeks a Learning Technology Manager to lead the digital learning strategy and optimize learning platforms. The role emphasizes fostering innovation in the learning ecosystem, enhancing the colleague experience, and driving future skills development. Ideal candidates will have strong experience with learning management systems and excellent project management and analytical skills. Embrace the opportunity to work in a supportive and inclusive environment, promoting flexible working arrangements responsibly.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Inclusive workplace

Supportive environment

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of learning management systems and digital learning infrastructure.
• Excellent project management skills with multiple projects management experience.
• Strong analytical skills and data-driven decision-making expertise.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a digital learning strategy aligned with organizational goals.
• Manage and optimize digital learning platforms ensuring accessibility and effectiveness.
• Embed skills frameworks that support talent management and development.

Skills

Digital literacy

Creative thinking

Collaboration

Organizational skills

Adaptability

Tools

Learning Management Systems (LMS)

Digital Learning Platforms

Analytical Tools

Job description

In this role as the Learning Technology Manager, you'll be accountable for leading the strategic direction, implementation, and optimisation of Tesco’s digital learning infrastructure. This role plays a critical part in enabling future skills development, enhancing the colleague learning experience, and driving innovation across the learning ecosystem.

Responsibilities

• Developing and implementing a digital learning strategy aligned with Tesco’s goals and future capability needs. Act as a thought leader, championing innovation and sharing insights to inspire new approaches across the organisation.
• Overseeing the management and optimisation of digital learning platforms (e.g. LMS, LXP), ensuring they are intuitive, accessible, and effective. Lead digital learning projects from concept to completion, managing timelines, budgets, and quality standards. Collaborate with IT, Marketing, and other departments to ensure successful integration and adoption.
• Designing and embedding skills frameworks that support talent management, recruitment, performance, and career development. Integrate skills data into learning platforms to enable personalised, role-based learning experiences.
• Establishing and promoting a strong, inclusive learning brand aligned with Tesco’s values. Drive engagement through strategic campaigns and ensure brand consistency across platforms and learning touchpoints.
• Utilising learning analytics to measure engagement, outcomes, and effectiveness. Provide actionable insights to inform continuous improvement and demonstrate the impact of digital learning initiatives.

Operational Skills Relevant for this Job

• Digital literacy and proficiency in using digital tools and platforms.
• Creative thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work in a fast-paced environment.

Experience Relevant for this Job

• Strong understanding of learning management systems (LMS), other digital learning platforms and learning infrastructure.
• Excellent project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong analytical skills and experience with data-driven decision-making.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• A passion for learning and development and a commitment to continuous improvement.

You might know us as a supermarket, technology company or even for our award-winning mobile network. Truth is, we’re all of those things, and much more. Our colleagues work with one goal in mind, helping to make every day a little better for our customers, colleagues and communities all over the world. No two customers are the same, neither are our colleagues.

At Tesco, we champion a balance that lets you thrive both in and out of work. Spend 60% of your week collaborating with colleagues at our office locations or local sites and the rest remotely. Whether you're just kicking off your career, juggling passions, or navigating big life events, we're here to support you. We always welcome a conversation about flexible working, so talk to us throughout your application about how we can support.

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