Learning & Development Manager
25 days ago
Birmingham
Location: Field-Based (with expectation to be in Head Office in Deeside at least once per week) We are looking for a forward-thinking, people-focused Learning & Development Manager to act as the strategic number two to the Head of Talent & Development. This is a chance to lead a modern, creative, high-impact L&D function, shaping innovative learning experiences that build capability across the business. You will design bold, scalable development solutions, lead a curious and ambitious L&D team, and help embed a culture of continuous learning, high performance, and growth. This is a hands-on strategic role where you’ll translate business challenges into practical, measurable learning outcomes. Key Responsibilities • Consult with stakeholders to identify capability gaps and design targeted, high-impact interventions., • Maintain a visible presence across the business to assess learning impact and drive continuous improvement., • Oversee the design and delivery of blended learning programmes, ensuring innovation and quality., • Continuously refine induction and onboarding experiences to keep them engaging and effective., • Lead bespoke development for regional, departmental, and national programmes supporting succession planning and talent growth., • Collaborate with the Digital Learning Design Manager to develop modern digital learning solutions aligned to business goals., • Partner with HR and business leaders to build leadership capability and strengthen the internal talent pipeline., • Drive the apprenticeship strategy, ensuring high-quality delivery and compliance., • Ensure accurate management information to track learning progress, outcomes, and ROI., • Lead, coach, and inspire the L&D team to adopt innovative, future-focused ways of working. Skills & Experience • Proven ability to influence and build credibility at all levels., • Natural coach with high emotional intelligence., • Curious, innovative, and confident challenging the status quo., • Strong planning, organisation, and project management skills., • Ability to focus on priorities, work at pace, and learn quickly from challenges., • Experience leading and engaging high-performing teams., • Hands-on, creative, and strategic approach to L&D. Leadership Approach • Approachable, proactive, and resourceful, • Fair, consistent, and supportive, • Collaborative, enthusiastic, and inspirational, • Action-oriented, accountable, and challenging when needed, • Considerate, trustworthy, and focused on business and people Why This Role? You’ll play a central role in shaping how the business develops its people. You will drive capability, culture, performance, and potential at scale while leading an innovative and ambitious team. Benefits & Perks • Competitive Salary, • Pension scheme with employer contributions, • Flexible working and hybrid opportunities, • Employee recognition and reward schemes, • Staff discounts and wellbeing initiatives, • Long service awards and celebratory events, • Company Car, • New Ventures Recruitment Ltd is an equal opportunities employer and acts as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy