Skills Development Partner Job Burnley area,England UK,Design & Architecture

To develop and implement the Company's Learning and Skills Development Strategy aligned to business objectives.
To partner with Operational Managers to identify capability requirements and develop workforce development plans.
To manage the Learning and Development budget, ensuring effective planning, governance and value for money.
To manage the Apprenticeship Levy budget, ensuring maximum utilisation of available funding.
To manage the Manufacturing & Production (M&P) Apprenticeship Programme, including recruitment, onboarding, learner progress, provider management and End Point Assessment.
To manage apprenticeship sponsorship schemes and support future talent pipelines through apprenticeships, graduate programmes, work experience, STEM initiatives and career events.
To design and collaborate with the delivery of the Corporate Company Induction Programme using innovative and engaging learning solutions.
To manage organisational competency frameworks, skills matrices and workforce capability reporting.
To conduct Training Needs Analysis and collate organisational learning requirements to support workforce planning and budget forecasting.
To manage the Company's mandatory learning programme, ensuring statutory, regulatory and organisational compliance requirements are achieved.
To develop, implement and maintain learning curricula within Safran University and Selia, supporting classroom, blended and digital learning solutions.
To work collaboratively with Safran University and Group Learning teams to implement Group learning

But what else? (benefits, specificities, etc.)

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Project Management skills
Thorough understanding of Learning Management Systems and HR Systems
Learning Needs Analysis and Workforce Planning
Presentation and Facilitation Skills
Knowledge of Continuous Improvement methodologies
Knowledge of Engineering and Manufacturing learning environments
Strong analytical and reporting capability
Excellent planning, organisation and priority management skills
Innovative and creative in approach
Commercial awareness and budget management
Motivated by delivering continuous improvement
Ability to work independently and within a team environment

Desirable Skills & Experience

Knowledge of Safran University and Selia Learning Systems
CIPD Level 5 or above or equivalent experience
Experience with in a manufacturing or engineering environment
Knowledge of Apprenticeship Standards, ESFA Funding and Apprenticeship Levy

Safran is an international high-technology group operating in the fields of aerospace (propulsion, equipment and interiors), space and defense. Its mission is to contribute sustainably to a safer world, where air transport becomes ever more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Present on every continent, the Group employs 110,000 people and generated €31.3 billion in revenue in 2025. Safran holds, either independently or through partnerships, leading global or European positions in its markets.

Safran was ranked second in the Aerospace & Defense sector in TIME magazine's "World's Best Companies 2025" ranking.

Safran Nacelles designs, integrates, supports and provides aftermarket services for aircraft nacelles. The company is a world leader in the market for commercial aircraft with more than 100 seats, business jets and regional aircraft. At the forefront of technology, Safran Nacelles develops increasingly integrated, aerodynamic and lightweight nacelles with advanced acoustic treatments, helping to reduce aircraft CO and noise emissions., Safran - Here, we craft excellence together.

At Safran, excellence is a journey - and we'd love you to be a part of it. As a trusted global leader in aerospace, defence, and space, we are proud to be a company…