Strategic Learning & Development Leader

Caterpillar Financial Services Corporation; Desford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days annual leave

Pension scheme ( Caterpillar matches 5

Employee networks

Flexible benefits

Private health & dental care

EV car lease

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking a Learning & Development Manager to lead learning and capability development across the Desford and Stockton sites.

You will work with business leaders and HR partners to identify needs, develop practical solutions and ensure employees have the skills to support current and future performance. The role covers operational training, professional development and leadership learning, with a focus on measurable business value and continuous improvement through data and

Qualifications

• Consulting: Build effective relationships with leaders and stakeholders to understand capability needs and recommend practical learning solutions.
• Training Needs Analysis: Assess current and future capability requirements, identify skills gaps and set learning priorities.
• Training Solution Development: Design and implement learning solutions addressing identified needs and business goals.
• Training Delivery: Coordinate learning solutions through internal teams, external providers, and learning technologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and ongoing ownership of a structured learning and development plan for Desford and Stockton sites.
• Partner with leaders to identify capability needs and agree learning priorities that boost performance.
• Design and implement learning initiatives including apprenticeships, early careers and leadership development.
• Coordinate delivery of programmes through internal teams and external providers to ensure effective outcomes.
• Maximise use of Caterpillar resources and partnerships to deliver scalable development opportunities.

Skills

Leadership

Learning & development

Stakeholder management

Change management

Job description

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking a Learning & Development Manager to lead learning and capability development across the Desford and Stockton sites.

You will work with business leaders and HR partners to identify needs, develop practical solutions and ensure employees have the skills to support current and future performance. The role covers operational training, professional development and leadership learning, with a focus on measurable business value and continuous improvement through data and