Learning & Development Officer

February 3, 2025 | Comments Off on Learning & Development Officer

Learning & Development Officer

  • Up to £45,000
  • Tamworth
  • Full Time - Permanent
  • Office Based

This is a brand new position that my client has created within their HR function. This is an amazing opportunity for the successful individual to make the role their own and embed their own experience within.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Learning and Organisational Development Officer to join a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation. The Learning and Organisational Development Officer will play a crucial role in shaping the learning and development landscape, ensuring that the workforce is equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to meet ambitious goals. This role offers a chance to make a significant impact within a supportive and engaging environment.

The Learning and Organisational Development Officer will be responsible for planning, developing, and implementing key learning programmes and organisational development initiatives. This position will focus on enhancing employee engagement, leadership skills, and promoting a cohesive team culture.

About The Role:

  • Collate and review training needs across the organisation to identify skills gaps and align development programmes with priorities.
  • Design, develop, and deliver a variety of learning solutions, including workshops and e-learning.
  • Implement and manage evaluation systems to measure the effectiveness of learning and development initiatives.
  • Collaborate with line managers to ensure training programmes align with organisational objectives.
  • Maintain an accurate database of staff training records and certifications for audits and career development.
  • Support EDI strategies
  • Partner with SLT to identify and address strategic challenges related to employee performance and organisational growth.
  • Prepare reports and presentations on learning and organisational development outcomes for senior management as required


About You:

  • Degree in Human Resources, Organisational Development or a related field
  • Demonstrable experience in designing and delivering relevant learning and development programmes.
  • Strong planning and organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage effectively at all levels.
  • Resilient and adaptable, thriving in a dynamic environment and able to pivot priorities as needed.
  • Understanding of learning and development principles, methodologies and best practice
  • Demonstrable experience of working in a continuously changing organisation and providing support to managers, teams and individuals through change
  • Ability to establish credibility with a wide range of colleagues and external clients, including the ability to communicate and engage effectively at all levels
  • Excellent presentation, training delivery, coaching, and communication skills.
  • Strong planning and organisational acumen with the ability to simultaneously manage a number of projects
  • A proven self-starter, with a problem solving mindset and demonstrating a can-do attitude
  • Good level of IT skills including experience of Microsoft Office and a willingness to learn new systems
  • A collaborative team player, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Resilient and able to work well under pressure, thriving in a fluid environment and can change direction quickly to keep up with business demands


Job Offer:

  • Brand new role
  • Well established and global recognised organisation
  • Onsite parking
  • Salary up to £45,000
  • Pension Scheme

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