Learning & Development Manager

Jobtailor; Dublin; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Ireland is seeking an experienced Head of Learning & Development to lead our organisation's annual L&D strategy, drive needs analysis with managers, and design development programmes that support employee growth and leadership capability.

You will oversee the L&D budget, manage the LMS and onboarding experience, and collaborate with the HR team on cross-functional projects, equality, diversity and inclusion initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in L&D/HR related field.
• Experience in a similar L&D leadership role.
• Proven people management experience.
• Strong organisation and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and initiatives.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end design, development, and implementation of the organisation's annual Learning & Development Strategy.
• Drive the annual Training Needs Analysis process with people managers and leadership teams.
• Design, deliver, and enhance internal development programmes supporting employee growth, leadership capability, and career progression.
• Oversee the annual Learning & Development budget.
• Manage the internal Learning Management System and structured e-learning offer.
• Oversee the full employee onboarding experience.
• Design and manage learning initiatives strengthening employee capability, performance, and professional development.
• Lead the annual performance management cycle, including employee training, mid-year reviews, and year-end performance processes.
• Support Equality, Diversity and Inclusion initiatives.
• Manage and support the Learning & Development Coordinator.
• Collaborate with the HR team on cross-functional projects and people initiatives.

Skills

People Management

Training Needs Analysis

Learning & Development Strategy

Performance Management

Project Management

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Organisational Skills

Decision-Making Ability

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Learning and Development

Master’s Degree in HR Management

Tools

Learning Management System

E-Learning Platforms

Job description

• Lead the end-to-end design, development, and implementation of the organisation's annual Learning & Development Strategy
• Drive the annual Training Needs Analysis process with people managers and leadership teams
• Design, deliver, and enhance internal development programmes supporting employee growth, leadership capability, and career progression
• Oversee the annual Learning & Development budget
• Manage the internal Learning Management System and structured e-learning offer
• Oversee the full employee onboarding experience
• Design and manage learning initiatives strengthening employee capability, performance, and professional development
• Lead the annual performance management cycle, including employee training, mid-year reviews, and year-end performance processes
• Support Equality, Diversity and Inclusion initiatives
• Manage and support the Learning & Development Coordinator
• Collaborate with the HR team on cross-functional projects and people initiatives

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree or master’s degree in Learning and Development, HR Management or a related field
• Previous experience in a similar role required
• Proven people management experience, including leading, coaching, and developing team members
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and roll out initiatives in a timely manner
• Ability to work on own initiative with sound decision-making ability
• Excellent written and oral communication skillsExcellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with staff at all levels of the organisation

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in designing and implementing Learning & Development strategies, managing training needs analysis, and overseeing employee onboarding and performance management processes. Strong capability in fostering employee growth, leadership development, and supporting Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion initiatives.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Learning & Development Strategy
• Training Needs Analysis
• Performance Management
• People Management
• Learning Management System

Hard Skills

• Learning & Development
• Training Needs Analysis
• Employee Onboarding
• Performance Management
• Project Management

Soft Skills

• Excellent Communication Skills
• Interpersonal Skills
• Organisational Skills
• Attention to Detail
• Decision-Making Ability

Certifications & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Learning and Development
• Master’s Degree in HR Management

Industry Keywords

• Employee Growth
• Leadership Capability
• Career Progression
• Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Tools & Technologies

• Learning Management System
• E-Learning Platforms