Learning & Development Business Partner

Travelex; United States; Remote; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a dynamic Learning & Development Business Partner to elevate talent development initiatives. This role is pivotal in fostering a high-performance culture by crafting and implementing impactful learning solutions that align with business objectives. You'll collaborate with senior leaders to assess skill needs and drive innovative training methods, enhancing accessibility and engagement. If you are passionate about shaping a learning culture and making a difference in employee growth, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in L&D, preferably in retail or fast-paced environments.
• Certification in L&D or coaching is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Act as a strategic partner to senior leaders, aligning L&D initiatives with business goals.
• Design and deliver impactful learning programs to enhance employee engagement.

Skills

Business Acumen

Adult Learning Principles

Instructional Design

Leadership Development

Stakeholder Management

Analytical Skills

Coaching

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources

Bachelor's degree in Organizational Development

Bachelor's degree in Business

Tools

Learning Management Systems (LMS)

E-learning Platforms

Digital Learning Tools

Job description

Location: Home based with weekly UK travel
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Department: Human Resources
Reports to: L&D Manager

Job Summary:

We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Learning & Development (L&D) Business Partner to drive our talent development initiatives and learning culture within a national retail company. This role requires a proactive and consultative approach, partnering closely with business leaders to align learning strategies with overall business objectives. The L&D Business Partner will play a critical role in embedding a high-performance culture by designing and delivering impactful learning solutions that enhance business performance and employee growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as a strategic partner to senior business leaders, ensuring learning and development initiatives are aligned with key business priorities and long-term growth strategies, particularly sales growth and customer engagement.
• Support the L&D Manager in executing an L&D strategy that supports workforce development, capability building, and performance improvement across multiple retail locations.
• Collaborate with HR and operational leaders to assess current and future skill needs, translating them into actionable learning interventions that drive business success and profitability.
• Design, deliver, and evaluate high-impact learning programs that enhance employee engagement, leadership development, and career progression.
• Utilize data and analytics to assess learning effectiveness, demonstrating return on investment and making data-driven recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Serve as a trusted advisor on learning and development, change management, and talent strategies, ensuring that L&D initiatives support wider business transformation goals.
• Foster a culture of continuous learning and development, embedding leadership and skills development into everyday business operations.
• Drive digital learning adoption and innovative training methods to enhance accessibility and scalability of learning initiatives.
• Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion in learning strategies, ensuring all employees have access to development opportunities.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Business, or a related field.
• Proven experience in L&D, preferably within a retail or fast-paced environment.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to align learning strategies with commercial objectives.
• Expertise in adult learning principles, instructional design, and leadership development programs.
• Ability to influence, coach, and build strong partnerships with senior stakeholders.
• Proficiency in learning management systems (LMS), e-learning platforms, and digital learning tools.
• Excellent facilitation, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong analytical skills, with experience using learning metrics to inform strategic decision-making.
• Certification in L&D, coaching, or related areas desirable but not essential.