Senior Learning & Development Officer (12-14 Month FTC)

Trowers & Hamlins; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK law firm seeks a Senior Learning & Development Officer for a 12-14 month fixed-term contract in Birmingham. This role involves designing and delivering training for legal and business services staff, focusing on innovation and inclusive development initiatives. Candidates with a passion for learning and at least 4 years' experience in similar roles are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

Annual bonus scheme

GPP Pension Scheme

Private Medical Insurance

Discounted gym memberships

Health assessments

Qualifications

• At least 4 years of experience in a similar role within legal or professional services.
• A passion for learning and development.
• Excellent project management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver skills training and development programmes.
• Collaborate on equity, diversity, and inclusion training sessions.
• Support compliance training and mentoring programmes.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Organizational Skills

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Senior Learning & Development Officer (12-14 Month FTC), Birmingham

Location: Birmingham, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 4e69e369f012

Job Views: 6

Posted: 22.06.2025

Expiry Date: 06.08.2025

Job Description:

Are you an experienced Senior Learning & Development Officer looking for an exciting opportunity? We are seeking a dedicated professional to join our award-winning HR department. This full-time, 12-14 month fixed-term contract role is based in Birmingham or London and involves implementing a wide range of learning and development initiatives for legal and business services staff.

The Role

• Design and deliver skills training, development, and induction programmes for legal and business services staff.
• Collaborate with other departments on equity, diversity, inclusion, and wellbeing training sessions.
• Support compliance training and mentoring programmes.
• Introduce and occasionally deliver training sessions, driving L&D innovation.
• Assess training needs, recommend interventions, and support professional qualifications.
• Update the firm's intranet and Learning Management System.
• Utilize psychometric tools for L&D purposes and assist with CPD queries.
• Attend training committee and L&D-related meetings.
• Occasionally travel to other UK offices.

The Candidate

The ideal Senior Learning & Development Officer will have:

• At least 4 years of experience in a similar role within legal or professional services.
• A passion for learning and development.
• Excellent project management and communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• A proactive and positive team player attitude.
• Flexibility, dedication, and a strong service ethic.
• The ability to prioritize effectively and meet deadlines.

Our benefits include an annual bonus scheme, GPP Pension Scheme with Aviva, Private Medical Insurance (currently with Vitality Health), discounted gym memberships, free cinema tickets, health assessments, and more.

Trowers & Hamlins is an equal opportunities employer that values equity, diversity, and inclusion. All applications will be considered based on merit and the applicant's suitability to meet the role's requirements, regardless of ethnicity, gender (including trans and non-binary), race, disability, religion, or sexual orientation.

As part of our recruitment policy, candidates are subject to employment screening, including personal details, education and employment history, professional qualifications, and background checks as appropriate.