Training and Development Specialist

SherwinWilliamsUk; Ainsworth; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international company in Ainsworth is seeking a Talent & Learning Specialist to enhance the employee lifecycle through collaboration with global teams and managing talent programs. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in HR and 3-5 years of relevant experience, with fluency in English and another language preferred. Key responsibilities include advising on learning initiatives and facilitating training, ensuring a supportive employee experience. Competitive compensation and career growth opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Competitive compensation programme

Access to Sherwin Academy

Wellbeing programs

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience in HR, Talent Management, or L&D.
• Fluent in English plus another language (ideally German or Italian).
• Strong stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Work with global teams to enhance the employee lifecycle.
• Advise on learning programs and facilitate training.
• Monitor trends and drive process improvements.

Skills

Facilitating workshops

Analytical skills

Excellent communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Tools

M365

Articulate

Canva

Job description

In this role, youll work closely with global teams, HR, and the EMEAI Talent Team to ensure processes run smoothly and enhance the entire employee lifecycle. Youll be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking environment where your ideas matter, and where feedback, trust, and support are at the heart of what we do.

Partner with global and regional teams to deliver training, tools, and resources for HR, managers, and employees.

Communicate and coordinate talent programs, acting as a liaison between regional and global stakeholders.

Empower managers with practical guidance to improve talent processes and business outcomes.

Support belonging and culture initiatives, enhancing employee experience and retention.

Advise on learning programs, facilitate training, and manage mentoring and 360 assessments.

Monitor trends, share best practices, and drive process improvements (CI, automation).

The skills and experience you will ideally have...

Bachelors degree in HR, Training Management, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience in Talent Management or L&D)

35 years experience in HR, Talent Management, Learning & Development, or Talent Acquisition.

Strong knowledge of the employee lifecycle and learning processes.

Experience facilitating workshops and managing talent programs.

Fluent in English plus another language (ideally German or Italian).

Analytical skills with ability to interpret metrics and provide insights.

Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Preferred :

Regional HR experience across multiple countries.

Strong stakeholder and organizational management skills.

Proficiency in M365 and familiarity with content creation tools (e.g., Articulate, Canva).

What we can offer you...

Work-life balance that supports your wellbeing

Competitive compensation programme

Career growth opportunities in a truly international environment

Be part of innovation leaders in the protective coatings industry

Access to Sherwin Academy for continuous training at all levels

Wellbeing, mental health, women & inclusion networks and support, and ID&E programmes that make a difference

At Sherwin-Williams, our purpose is to inspire and improve the world by coloring and protecting what matters. Our paints, coatings and innovative solutions make the places and spaces in our world brighter and stronger. Your skills, talent and passion make it possible to live this purpose, and for customers and our business to achieve great results. Sherwin-Williams is a place that takes its stability, growth and momentum and translates it to possibility for our people. Our people are behind the strength of our success, and we invest and support you in :

Life

with rewards, benefits and the flexibility to enhance your health and well-being

Career

with opportunities to learn, develop new skills and grow your contribution

Connection

with an inclusive team and commitment to our own and broader communities

It's all here for you... let's Create Your Possible

Eligibility to Work

You will need to provide proof of right to work. It is a condition of any offer of employment we make to you that you have the permission to work in the country for the role for which you are applying for.

Equal Opportunity Employer

An equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, colour, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnic or national origin, disability, age pregnancy or maternity, marital or civil partner status, or any other protected characteristic prohibited by law.

Please be aware, Sherwin-Williams recruiting team members will never request a candidate to provide a payment, ask for financial information, or sensitive personal information like national identification numbers, date of birth, or bank account numbers during the application process.

Are you passionate about helping people grow and creating an exceptional employee experience? Join us as a Talent & Learning Specialist and play a key role in shaping development initiatives and belonging programs across the region.

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