149 Learning And Development Specialist jobs in the United Kingdom

Main objectives of the function The L&D Manager plays a vital role in shaping a future-ready organization by fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth. Through the development and implementation of strategic learning initiatives, this role ensures that employees are equipped with implementation of strategic learning initiatives, skills, knowledge, and tools they need to perform effectively and advance in their careers. By aligning learning programs with business objectives, the L&D Manager supports both individual development and organisational success. Acting as catalyst for innovation and capability-building, the L&D Manager helps create a dynamic learning environment that empowers people, encourages curiosity, and drives long-term value across the company. Most important tasks The ability to communicate fluently in German, both verbally and in writing, is a mandatory requirement for this role Strategy and Planning: Develop and implement the L&D strategy and annual training plan aligned with business goals Learning Needs Analysis: Identify current and future skill gaps through structured learning needs analysis Program Design & Delivery: Create, deliver, and evaluate training programs across leadership, technical, soft skills, and compliance areas Talent & Career Development: Collaborate with leaders and HR to support succession planning, career pathways, and talent growth Compliance Training: Ensure mandatory and regulatory training is delivered across the organisation Impact & ROI measurement: Track and report training effectiveness and return on investment using data-driven models Resource Management: Connect with external vendors, and internal resources Learning Culture: Promote a culture of continuous, self-directed learning and employee engagement Responsibilities Strategic Learning Design: Develop and implement learning strategies that build employee capabilities and align with business goals Empowerment & Growth: Provide tools, resources, and opportunities that enable employees to perform effectively and grow their careers Culture & Innovation: Foster a culture of continuous learning and innovation to support organisational agility and long-term success Location Bracknell or Bradford

Main objectives of the function

The L&D Manager plays a vital role in shaping a future-ready organization by fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth. Through the development and implementation of strategic learning initiatives, this role ensures that employees are equipped with implementation of strategic learning initiatives, skills, knowledge, and tools they need to perform effectively and advance in their careers. By aligning learning programs with business objectives, the L&D Manager supports both individual development and organisational success. Acting as catalyst for innovation and capability-building, the L&D Manager helps create a dynamic learning environment that empowers people, encourages curiosity, and drives long-term value across the company.

Most important tasks

• The ability to communicate fluently in German, both verbally and in writing, is a mandatory requirement for this role
• Strategy and Planning: Develop and implement the L&D strategy and annual training plan aligned with business goals
• Learning Needs Analysis: Identify current and future skill gaps through structured learning needs analysis
• Program Design & Delivery: Create, deliver, and evaluate training programs across leadership, technical, soft skills, and compliance areas
• Talent & Career Development: Collaborate with leaders and HR to support succession planning, career pathways, and talent growth
• Compliance Training: Ensure mandatory and regulatory training is delivered across the organisation
• Impact & ROI measurement: Track and report training effectiveness and return on investment using data-driven models
• Resource Management: Connect with external vendors, and internal resources
• Learning Culture: Promote a culture of continuous, self-directed learning and employee engagement

Responsibilities

• Strategic Learning Design: Develop and implement learning strategies that build employee capabilities and align with business goals
• Empowerment & Growth: Provide tools, resources, and opportunities that enable employees to perform effectively and grow their careers
• Culture & Innovation: Foster a culture of continuous learning and innovation to support organisational agility and long-term success

Location

Bracknell or Bradford

Job Description

Main objectives of the function

The L&D Manager plays a vital role in shaping a future-ready organization by fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth. Through the development and implementation of strategic learning initiatives, this role ensures that employees are equipped with implementation of strategic learning initiatives, skills, knowledge, and tools they need to perform effectively and advance in their careers. By aligning learning programs with business objectives, the L&D Manager supports both individual development and organisational success. Acting as catalyst for innovation and capability-building, the L&D Manager helps create a dynamic learning environment that empowers people, encourages curiosity, and drives long-term value across the company.

Most important tasks

• The ability to communicate fluently in German, both verbally and in writing, is a mandatory requirement for this role
• Strategy and Planning: Develop and implement the L&D strategy and annual training plan aligned with business goals
• Learning Needs Analysis: Identify current and future skill gaps through structured learning needs analysis
• Program Design & Delivery: Create, deliver, and evaluate training programs across leadership, technical, soft skills, and compliance areas
• Talent & Career Development: Collaborate with leaders and HR to support succession planning, career pathways, and talent growth
• Compliance Training: Ensure mandatory and regulatory training is delivered across the organisation
• Impact & ROI measurement: Track and report training effectiveness and return on investment using data-driven models
• Resource Management: Connect with external vendors, and internal resources
• Learning Culture: Promote a culture of continuous, self-directed learning and employee engagement

Responsibilities

• Strategic Learning Design: Develop and implement learning strategies that build employee capabilities and align with business goals
• Empowerment & Growth: Provide tools, resources, and opportunities that enable employees to perform effectively and grow their careers
• Culture & Innovation: Foster a culture of continuous learning and innovation to support organisational agility and long-term success

Location

Bracknell or Bradford

Our client is seeking a dedicated and experienced Senior Learning & Development Specialist to lead the design, development, and delivery of comprehensive training programs. This role, based in Reading, Berkshire, UK , will focus on enhancing the skills and knowledge of employees across the organization. You will be responsible for identifying learning needs, creating engaging training materials (both digital and in-person), facilitating workshops, and evaluating the effectiveness of L&D initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in adult learning principles, instructional design, and a proven ability to create impactful learning experiences. This position offers a hybrid work arrangement, balancing remote flexibility with collaborative in-office sessions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive training needs analyses to identify skill gaps and development opportunities across the organization.
• Design, develop, and implement innovative and engaging learning programs and materials, including e-learning modules, workshops, and blended learning solutions.
• Facilitate training sessions for diverse audiences, ensuring effective knowledge transfer and skill development.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of L&D programs through various methods, such as surveys, assessments, and performance data analysis.
• Manage the end-to-end learning lifecycle, from needs assessment and design to delivery and evaluation.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts and departmental heads to ensure training content is relevant, accurate, and aligned with business objectives.
• Stay current with the latest trends and best practices in Learning & Development, instructional design, and adult education.
• Manage the Learning Management System (LMS) for course administration, tracking, and reporting.
• Contribute to the development of the L&D strategy and ensure alignment with organizational goals.
• Provide coaching and mentoring to employees to support their professional development.
• Manage L&D projects, ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget.
• Promote a culture of continuous learning and development throughout the organization.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Education, Psychology, Business, or a related field.
• A minimum of 7 years of experience in Learning & Development, with a significant portion focused on instructional design and program delivery.
• Proven experience in conducting training needs analyses and developing competency frameworks.
• Expertise in adult learning theories and instructional design models (e.g., ADDIE, Bloom's Taxonomy).
• Proficiency with e-learning authoring tools (e.g., Articulate Storyline, Captivate) and LMS administration.
• Excellent facilitation, presentation, and communication skills.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a hybrid work environment.
• Experience in developing and measuring the ROI of training programs is a plus.
• CIPD qualification or equivalent in Learning & Development is highly desirable.

This role offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to shape the professional growth of employees within our client's organization in Reading, Berkshire, UK .

CMA Recruitment Group is delighted to be working closely with a highly successful FMCG business, based in Chichester, West Sussex to recruit a Learning and Development Specialist on an interim basis.

Based within a collaborative, people-focused HR team, this 3-month assignment offers the chance to shape and deliver a progressive Learning and Development strategy that supports employee growth, strengthens leadership capability, and enhances organisational talent. It’s a fantastic opportunity to make a lasting impact within a business that truly prioritises professional development and continuous improvement.

What will the Learning and Development Specialist role involve?

• Design and deliver innovative learning and development programmes.
• Partner with managers to conduct training needs analysis and create a development roadmap that aligns with business objectives.
• Working closely with HR to deliver well-being training content and diversity initiatives.
• Undertake ad-hoc projects including employee onboarding and leadership development.

Suitable candidate for the Learning and Development Specialist vacancy:

• Proven experience in learning and development within a fast moving, commercial organisations.
• Possess a track record of designing and implementing engaging training programmes.
• Proactive, creative, and comfortable working both strategically and hands-on.

Additional benefits and information for the role of Learning and Development Specialist:

• 3 month interim position.
• Full time.
• Office based.
• Parking.

If you are passionate about driving learning initiatives and building talent capability in a professional services environment, this is an exciting opportunity to take the next step in your career.

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Leadership Development specialist – Leading Asset Manager – London Our client Our client is seeking a senior Learning & Development professional to lead the design and delivery of a leadership development agenda targeting senior management and the broader business. This newly created, strategically significant role has direct exposure to the Executive Committee and is backed by strong organisational investment and influence. Key responsibilities Partner with the Executive Committee and senior stakeholders to shape a future-focused leadership development strategy aligned with the firm’s long-term goals. Conduct a comprehensive diagnostic of current leadership capabilities and identify key areas for growth, transformation and behavioural shifts. Design and deliver enterprise-wide development programmes that inspire, empower and equip leaders at all levels, from emerging talent to senior executives. Embed a culture of continuous learning and reflective leadership, using data, feedback and behavioural science to refine approaches and measure impact. Bring fresh thinking to leadership capability frameworks, drawing on the latest thinking in organisational psychology, coaching, and adult learning theory. Act as a trusted advisor on leadership, culture, and change, helping to shape the organisation’s identity during a critical phase of growth and evolution. Build internal capability through coaching, mentoring and the development of high-impact learning experiences that resonate across business units. Experience requirements Proven experience in Learning & Development, with a focus on leadership and organisational development. Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate at Executive Committee level. A deep interest in leadership psychology and transformation; executive coaching experience is welcome but not essential. Due to the high volume of applications, if you haven’t heard back from the team on this role, unfortunately your application has been unsuccessful. If your profile matches any of our other opportunities, one of our consultants will be in touch. About Simmons & Hanbury Simmons & Hanbury is a specialist executive search firm that sources and secures the best human capital and future leaders for our clients. We provide an integrated international service to support our clients across the globe, from our group headquarters based in the heart of the City of London. We support some of the most prestigious organisations in the world, across financial services, commerce & industry, and professional services. Our services include executive search, interim solutions and market intelligence within the Legal, Compliance, Corporate Governance and Human Resources practice areas. We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible recruitment process for all candidates. If you require any reasonable adjustments to participate in the application process, please reach out directly. We welcome discussions about your needs and endeavour to provide support to ensure a positive experience.

Empowering Excellence in Care — One Learning Experience at a Time Are you passionate about shaping the future of adult health and social care delivering amazing person centred learning empowering people to be the best they can be ? If so, we’d love to hear from you. Join us as a Learning and Development Specialist, where you'll design and deliver impactful blended learning programmes that empower care professionals to thrive. The successful candidate will support our colleagues throughout Scotland so the ideal candidate will be based around the Glasgow or Edinburgh areas with regional travel expected and occasion travel to our head office in Widnes as and when required. What is The Deal for you? Flexibility! You can work your full-time hours over 4 days and enjoy a long weekend or work over 5 days to accommodate your other commitments. Hybrid Working! Expect regional travel as part of your role with the remainder working from home. Benefits: Retail discounts, holiday discounts, cycle to work scheme and travel discounts through our benefits app. Development: We'll work with you to develop your career or to learn and experience new things. We're passionate about developing our people! Dare to Learn: Access to our amazing online training platform where you can upskill taking a variety of courses and qualifications. Support: From our Employee Assistance Programme (available 24/7), financial support options, and wellbeing fund you'll have the support available to lead an easier (financial) life. Day to Day (list not exhaustive see attached job description) Create and deliver engaging learning interventions across Mandatory and Specialist subjects using a variety of formats. Support the full learning cycle — from needs analysis to evaluation — ensuring interventions are targeted and effective. Use data insights to drive compliance and tailor learning to regional needs. Collaborate with regional leaders and the wider community to ensure relevance and impact. Champion digital learning through our new Learning Management System. Mentor and support a network of regional facilitators. Lead on specialist topics, ensuring consistency and excellence across all regions. Contribute to organisation-wide projects that support colleague development. Our ideal Candidate Qualifications, Skills and Experience Essential: Health & Social Care S/NVQ Level 3 or equivalent experience Significant experience in the health and/or care sector Strong ICT and digital skills Excellent communication, planning, and interpersonal abilities Full driving licence and access to transport Deep understanding of adult learning theory and social care standards Desirable: Recognised teaching qualification (Level 4 AET, PTLLS, etc.) Technical ‘train the trainer’ certificates Assessor awards (TAQA, CAVA, etc.) Experience in older people’s services or supported living E-learning design experience Why join us ? Be part of a national team making a tangible impact on people’s lives. Work in a values-driven organisation committed to person-centred care. Enjoy flexible, home-based working with national travel. Collaborate with passionate professionals across clinical, operational, and governance teams. Please note, if you are interested in this role, we welcome your application as soon as possible! Depending on the volume of applications received, the vacancy may be closed before the expected advertising end date. Interested and want to know a bit more? To find out more about our charity check out: We’re really proud to be a Hive HR Employee Voice Certified organisation, a recognition that confirms our commitment to creating a culture where our colleagues are not only encouraged to share their thoughts, but where this feedback is actively sought and acted upon to drive positive change at every level. In our 2025 Colleague Engagement Survey, 59% (nearly 3,800) of our people shared their feedback and insights, giving us an incredible Employee Net Promoter Score of 34. The Employee Net Promoter Score is a measure of how willing our colleagues are to recommend us as a good place to work to their loved ones – and a score of 34 is considered a Very Good score when compared to global benchmarks set by hundreds of other organisations.

Great opportunity for a Learning & Development Business Partner to join this well known organisation based in Hertfordshire where you will build capability and culture. This role requires you to be on site in Hertford for 4 days per week. You will be reporting into the Engagement and Talent Manager where you will be delivering from determining development needs of the employees as well as being involved in leading impactful learning initiatives. You will own the Training Plan and ensure delivery of training with appropriate evaluation and return on investment, manage their Induction and input into onboarding process, as well as supporting the delivery of Group-wide training initiatives such as Leadership or Manager programmes. You will need the following experience:- Proven experience within a L&D role with experience of delivering inhouse training (ideally across multi site operations), coupled with experience of stakeholder engagement and management. Experience from designing classroom content through to online webinars and videos. Strong interpersonal, adaptive, collaborative, communication and influencing skills Relevant psychometric qualifications and a CIPD qualification would be desirable. Salary - up to £50,000 plus £5,000 car allowance and very good benefits For more information, please call me on or email your cv to IND2

Job Title: Learning & Development & Talent Manager Function: People & Culture Reports To: Head of HR Location: Brighton / Hybrid Salary - £40,000 - £50,000 We are seeking a forward-thinking Learning & Development and Recruitment specialist to drive people growth, talent attraction, and leadership development across the business. This role blends hands-on recruitment with the design and delivery of impactful training and development initiatives, including Insights Discovery programmes, to strengthen organisational capability and employee engagement. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping the employee lifecycle—from attracting and hiring top talent, through onboarding and induction, to developing individuals and leaders through structured learning, coaching, and personal development planning. Key Responsibilities Learning & Development Lead the design, delivery, and evaluation of learning programmes, with a strong focus on Insights Discovery training and behavioural development. artner with leaders to identify skills gaps, create development pathways, and support career progression through PDPs, coaching, and mentoring. ampion a culture of continuous learning, introducing innovative methods including digital learning and AI-enabled solutions. cilitate workshops to strengthen leadership capability, team effectiveness, and cross-functional collaboration. Talent Acquisition & Recruitment n the full recruitment cycle for key roles across the business, from sourcing and attraction to selection and onboarding. velop and deliver engaging and structured induction programmes that reinforce company values and accelerate new hire success. rtner with hiring managers to deliver robust and inclusive selection processes, embedding best practice in assessment and candidate experience. Employee Engagement & Culture t as a champion for engagement, inclusion and wellbeing, supporting initiatives that enhance retention and workplace culture. ganise development-focused events, team workshops, and recognition activities that drive a positive and connected employee experience. ther and analyse employee feedback, turning insights into practical action plans. Strategic Contribution llaborate with the senior leadership team to align people development with business growth goals. troduce innovative approaches to people practices, leveraging AI and new technologies to enhance efficiency and impact. ntribute to the overall HR strategy with a particular emphasis on building organisational capability. Candidate Profile rong generalist HR experience with clear specialism in L&D and Recruitment. credited or experienced in Insights Discovery (or similar psychometric/behavioural frameworks). oven ability to design and deliver impactful learning solutions and development programmes. illed recruiter with experience managing end-to-end hiring processes. cellent communicator, coach, and relationship builder with the ability to influence at all levels. ergetic, positive, and solutions-focused, with a passion for people development. Qualifications & Experience PD qualified (or equivalent experience in HR/L&D). sights Discovery accreditation (preferred). nimum 5 years in HR with a focus on learning, development, and recruitment. gree level education or equivalent professional experience. Please quote 51889 when calling Theo Saunders at Alexander Lloyd or email them at This is only one of many vacancies we are handling, Alexander Lloyd Human Resources Recruitment Solutions is the leading recruiter for HR Director, Manager, Business Partner, Learning & Development, Internal Communications, Talent Acquisition and Reward opportunities across Surrey, Sussex, Kent and London. Due to the high amount of interest that we receive for each of our roles unfortunately we cannot respond to each application individually, therefore if you do not hear back from one of our consultants you have not been shortlisted for this role. Please continue to check our website for any other roles which may be of interest.