Learning And Development Manager

MAIN PURPOSE

To lead the strategic and operational delivery of learning and development across Client, ensuring the workforce is equipped with the skills, capabilities, and behaviours needed to deliver high-quality services. The role will drive cultural transformation, leadership development, and inclusive workforce growth, supporting the Council's strategic priorities and organisational development agenda.

MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES (MDR)

• Develop and implement a Council-wide Learning & Development strategy as part of the wider workforce plan aligned with corporate priorities, workforce planning, and transformation goals.
• Lead the design and delivery of programmes that enhance managerial skills and capabilities across all levels of management.
• Embed values, behaviours, and EDI principles into all learning initiatives.
• Conduct training needs analyses (TNA) to identify organisational, team, and individual development requirements.
• Commission and evaluate high-quality, cost-effective training solutions that support continuous improvement.
• Oversee the development and delivery of the annual corporate training programme, including statutory and mandatory training.
• Lead the implementation, continuous improvement, and oversight of the Council's Performance Development Review (PDR) and 1:1 framework, ensuring it supports effective performance management, employee engagement, and alignment with organisational goals.
• Lead the development and coordination of the Council's apprenticeship scheme, ensuring alignment with workforce planning and funding opportunities.
• Promote career pathways and early career development initiatives, working closely with HR Business Partners and Heads of Service to identify talent pipelines and support succession planning across the organisation.
• Manage the Learning Management System (LMS), ensuring accurate training records and reporting, and support the effective use of iTrent for tracking and reporting learning and development activities.
• Use data and feedback to evaluate the impact of L&D initiatives and inform strategic decisions.
• Contribute to HR KPIs and workforce dashboards.
• Support the Head of Service in setting, monitoring, and maintaining the L&D budget, ensuring value for money and alignment with strategic priorities.
• Develop and manage contracts with external training providers
• Work closely with HR Business Partners, EDI leads, and internal communications to ensure L&D supports wider organisational goals.
• Represent the Council at internal and external meetings and networks related to learning and development.
• Deliver ad hoc training sessions where appropriate.
• Support the Head of Service - HR, Workforce Planning & OD as required, including deputising when appropriate.
• Undertake any other duties commensurate with the role.

Qualifications & Knowledge

• CIPD Level 7 or equivalent in Learning & Development or Organisational Development and/or 5 years' relevant experience
• Proven experience in designing and delivering strategic L&D programmes.
• Strong understanding of adult learning theory and inclusive learning practices.
• Coaching or facilitation qualifications (e.g., ILM, EMCC)

Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.