Recruit Assist are in partnership with a drainage engineering company in Kent for a Group Learning and Development Manager. The Learning and Development Manager will lead the design, delivery, and evaluation of learning initiatives that build capability across the organisation, from office to engineering L&D support.
JOB TITLE: Group Learning and Development Manager
SALARY:£45,000 to £55,000 DOE
SHIFT PATTERN:Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm
ANNUAL LEAVE: 20 days + BH
WFH/HYBRID: Potential once probation has been complete
CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:
* Experience in L&D, organisational development, HR, or related fields.
* Proven experience designing and delivering learning programmes.
* Experience building structured learning pathways or internal academies is highly desirable.
* Familiarity with adult learning principles and modern learning technologies.
* Professional certifications (e.g., CIPD, ATD) are beneficial.
JOB DETAILS AND REQUIREMENTS:
Learning Strategy & Planning
* Develop and implement an organisation‑wide L&D strategy aligned with business goals.
* Conduct with senior leaders and subject matter experts skills gap analyses and workforce capability assessments.
* Partner with senior leaders to identify future talent and capability needs.
* Create annual learning plans and manage the L&D budget.
Internal Training Academy Development
* Design and launch an internal training academy that provides structured learning pathways for core roles, leadership levels, and specialist functions.
* Build a curriculum framework that includes on boarding, technical skills, soft skills, compliance, and leadership development.
* Establish quality standards, governance, and evaluation processes for all academy programmes.
* Develop branding, communication, and engagement strategies to promote the academy across the organisation.
* Identify and train internal subject‑matter experts to act as facilitators, mentors, or content contributors.
* Develop external accreditation recognition for the Academy
Programme Design & Delivery
* Create blended learning solutions (e‑learning, workshops, coaching, on‑the‑job learning).
* Oversee the creation of digital learning content and manage LMS platforms.
* Facilitate training sessions and leadership development programmes.
* Source and manage external training providers when needed.
Performance & Capability Development
* Support managers in developing team capability and performance.
* Implement frameworks such as competency models, career pathways, and development plans.
* Lead initiatives around leadership development, soft skills, and technical training.
Measurement & Evaluation
* Use data and feedback to evaluate learning effectiveness and ROI, including academy programmes.
* Track participation, engagement, and impact on performance.
* Report insights and recommendations to senior stakeholders.
Culture & Engagement
* Champion a culture of continuous learning and knowledge sharing.
* Promote learning technologies, self‑directed learning, and internal communities of practice.
* Support diversity, equity, and inclusion through accessible learning experiences.
To be considered for this L& D Manager opportunity all candidates must apply for this position and then we will review your application and contact you by phone and email