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Group Learning & Development Manager
June 9, 2021 | Comments Off on Group Learning & Development Manager
At Bellway we recognise that people are the key to our success and our goal is to provide a rewarding and fulfilling career in line with our values of quality, service and trust. In addition to this we are committed to being a more inclusive employer and invite applications from a variety of backgrounds. There is an exciting opportunity to join Bellway, one of the UK’s largest house builders. Our Head Office located in Newcastle upon Tyne is looking to recruit an experienced Learning and Development Manager. The Role Bellway’s Learning and Development department forms part of the Group HR Team and is a centralised Head Office based team providing advice and support to the Group Head Office and our 22 Divisions. The role of Group Learning and Development Manager reports to the Group HR Director and will be responsible for all aspects of learning and development including developing and evolving our Bellway Academy as well as managing a high volume of apprenticeships and a range development programmes / training. The Learning and Development Manager will manage one Learning and Development Assistant. Principal accountabilities of the Learning and Development Manager role include: Oversee and continually develop all aspects of learning and development, including needs analysis, training design, delivery and evaluation. Manage Bellway’s apprenticeship, graduate and site management development programmes, ensuring that learners are getting the best learning experience. Review early years and development programmes to ensure that there is a modern approach to learning and development and make sure that programmes are flexible and versatile in the way that they are delivered. Design and deliver workshops and training through our newly formed Bellway Academy. Work in collaboration with external training providers and consultants to design and deliver new training, as well as monitor the progress of existing learners. Work in collaboration with colleagues on a variety of projects such as designing and implementing training to support our Customer First initiative as well as supporting with key elements of our talent strategy project plan. Work with the Group Learning and Development Assistant to develop new e-learning courses through the Bellway Learning Hub to increase our online offering of training to all employees. Support managers with individual development plans to improve capability, skill-building and support succession planning across the business. Experience, Qualifications and Skills Experience Experience of working as a Learning Development Manager, within a busy fast-paced commercial environment. Significant experience of managing apprenticeships and training providers. Ability to effectively delivering training face to face and virtually. Ability to successfully manage projects from start to finish. Experience of developing engaging e-learning content and courses. Experience of developing construction, sales, HR and/or management training is desirable. Experience of coaching and mentoring is desirable. Qualifications and Training GCSE Maths and English at Grade 4/C (or equivalent) or above Relevant L&D qualification. Skills and Aptitude Ability to identify and deliver learning and development needs. Demonstrates a professional and business-focussed approach to learning and development. Exceptional communicator with the ability to present and converse across a wide audience. Excellent administration and organisation skills Confident with dealing with L&D issues by phone or virtually. A problem solver with excellent attention to detail. A self-starter, who is able to demonstrate high levels of initiative and motivation, but also work closely with colleagues. Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines Proficient IT skills along with a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and outlook) and the ability to adapt to new systems. Committed to diversity and inclusion The Role and Working Conditions Willing to be flexible in respect to day to day duties and hours worked. Office based role, with some ad-hoc travel and overnight stays to the various Divisions across the UK. In return we can offer you: Competitive salary Car allowance / Company car Competitive annual bonus Core hours 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays