Learning and Development Manager

We’re looking for an ambitious and strategic Learning & Organisational Development Manager to lead the design, delivery, and evaluation of impactful learning, development, and OD strategies across our clients organisation.
You’ll drive initiatives that build leadership capability, embed a high-performance culture, and enhance employee engagement, retention, and organisational effectiveness. This is a hands-on, high-impact role with the opportunity to shape the way they develop their people and organisation-wide capability.

Key Responsibilities

* Develop and implement a Group-wide Learning & Development strategy, managing the training budget efficiently.

* Design and deliver leadership and management development programmes, promoting inclusive leadership and EDI principles.

* Oversee induction, mandatory training, CPD, and the apprenticeship levy to ensure effective, value-for-money learning solutions.

* Commission and manage external learning providers to deliver quality outcomes on time and budget.

* Implement digital learning platforms and blended learning solutions with accurate reporting.

* Lead employee engagement initiatives, including surveys, analysis, and action plans.

* Design talent management and succession planning frameworks to support organisational effectiveness.

* Collaborate with senior leaders on change management and transformation initiatives.

* Use workforce analytics and diagnostic tools to inform OD interventions.

* Develop metrics and evaluation frameworks to measure the impact of learning and OD initiatives.
What We’re Looking For

* Proven experience in designing and implementing L&D and OD strategies in complex organisations.

* Strong project management, influencing, and presentation skills.

* Strategic thinker with a data-driven, outcomes-focused approach.

* Expertise in leadership development, engagement initiatives, and organisational change.

* Ability to manage budgets and external providers effectively.

* Knowledge of digital learning platforms, workforce analytics, and talent management.

* CIPD Level 5+ or equivalent OD/L&D qualification, or equivalent experience.

* Accredited in diagnostic tools (e.g., MBTI, Insights, 360 feedback) desirable.
Why apply

* Lead high-impact learning and OD initiatives that shape the organisation’s future.

* Drive cultural change and embed a high-performance environment.

* Collaborate with senior leaders and make measurable impact.

* Flexible working and supportive, forward-thinking environment.

* Competitive salary and benefits