Consulting Learning & Development (L&D) Lead

PricewaterhouseCoopers; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 1 000 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Consulting Learning & Development Lead to shape the future of learning within the organization. This pivotal role involves developing and executing innovative L&D strategies that align with business goals, fostering a culture of continuous learning, and providing coaching to employees at all levels. With a focus on collaboration and performance management, you will lead initiatives that enhance employee development and drive organizational success. If you are passionate about learning and development and have a track record of delivering impactful solutions, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant difference in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in learning and development roles, preferably in consulting.
• Strong understanding of adult learning principles and project management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute L&D strategy aligned with business goals.
• Facilitate learning sessions and manage the L&D budget.
• Track and measure the impact of learning programs.

Skills

Leadership

Communication Skills

Project Management

Instructional Design

Coaching and Mentoring

Data Analysis

Innovative Learning Solutions

Education

Post-graduate qualification in HR or learning

Tools

Learning Management Systems

Job description

Job title: Consulting Learning & Development (L&D) Lead

Job Location: Gauteng, Johannesburg
Deadline: May 01, 2025

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership:

• Develop a view on the consultant of the future and what this means for learning and development, with a focus on knowledge, competency, and attributes.
• Develop and execute a comprehensive L&D strategy that supports and enables the business’s overall business goals and in response to the consultant of the future.
• Research emerging trends and best practices in L&D to ensure our programs remain relevant and innovative.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to understand business priorities and translate them into effective learning solutions.
• Partner with business and Human Capital (HC) to respond effectively with L&D initiatives that drive an appropriate response to our annual people survey.
• Drive the people development response to Strategic Workforce Planning (SWP) initiatives and transformation agenda.
• Collaborate with HC to ensure developed L&D solutions are complementing the people strategy.
• Promote quality and excellence through effective business engagement, collaboration with HC, and working with the broader L&D team.

Programme Design, Delivery, and Management:

• Work with team leaders and coaches to understand the people development requirements within the Consulting business units and translate these requirements into programmes that support both the business strategy and the individual’s career path.
• Partner with subject matter experts to develop learning materials that support the business’ people strategy.
• Connect with our global network of Consulting L&D expertise to recommend learning solutions, frameworks, and opportunities that ensure optimum results in a fast-paced environment.
• Facilitate learning sessions and workshops, ensuring a positive and interactive learning experience.
• Prepare the L&D budget and support the business in managing their relative portion of the budget. Manage opportunities for cost saving and report back at appropriate leadership forums.

Performance Management and Coaching:

• Collaborate with HC to develop and implement L&D initiatives that support the firm’s performance management processes.
• Provide coaching and mentoring to employees at all levels to support their career progression.
• Leverage the results of regular performance reviews to drive continuous improvement.
• Identify high-potential individuals and develop tailored development plans to accelerate their growth.
• Implement talent development programmes, such as leadership development and succession planning.
• Foster a culture of continuous learning and encourage employees to take ownership of their professional development.

Evaluation and Measurement:

• Track and measure the impact of learning programmes on individual and organisation performance using relevant metrics and KPIs. Report the results to leadership.
• Analyse data to identify areas for improvement and make data-driven decisions.

Experience and Skills

• An applicable post-graduate qualification in HR or learning.
• Proven experience (10+ years) in learning and development roles, preferably in a professional services environment (consulting).
• Leadership/team management experience of at least 5 years.
• A track record of bringing innovative learning solutions to a fast-paced environment proactively.
• Strong understanding of adult learning principles and instructional design methodologies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong project management skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• A passion for innovation and a drive to continuously improve learning and development practices.
• Experience in delivering successful graduate programmes would be beneficial.
• Proficiency in learning management systems and other learning technologies would be beneficial.