Group Learning & Development Manager
Location: Kent (Hybrid working available)
Salary: Competitive + Benefits
A growing UK-based technical services organisation is seeking an experienced Group Learning & Development Manager to lead the design, delivery and evolution of learning across the business. This is a strategic role with real influence, responsible for building capability, driving performance and establishing a structured internal training academy to support long-term organisational growth.
This opportunity would suit an L&D professional who combines strategic thinking with hands-on programme delivery and who enjoys partnering closely with senior leadership to shape workforce capability.
The Role
As Group Learning & Development Manager, you will be responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive learning strategy aligned with business objectives. You will assess organisational capability needs, create structured learning pathways and ensure training initiatives deliver measurable impact.
A key focus of the role will be the creation and development of an internal training academy, providing high-quality learning pathways for employees across technical, operational and leadership roles.
Key Responsibilities
Learning Strategy and Planning
* Develop and implement an organisation-wide learning and development strategy.
* Conduct skills gap analysis 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.
Training Academy Development
* Design and launch an internal training academy to support structured development across the organisation.
* Build learning pathways covering onboarding, technical training, leadership and compliance.
* Establish governance, quality standards and evaluation frameworks.
* Identify and develop internal subject matter experts to support programme delivery.
* Explore opportunities for external accreditation and recognition.
Programme Design and Delivery
* Design blended learning solutions including workshops, digital learning and coaching.
* Oversee development of digital learning content and manage learning platforms.
* Deliver training sessions and leadership programmes where appropriate.
* Manage relationships with external training providers.
Performance and Capability Development
* Support managers in developing team capability and performance.
* Implement competency frameworks, career pathways and development plans.
* Lead initiatives focused on leadership development and professional skills.
Measurement and Evaluation
* Track training participation, engagement and outcomes.
* Evaluate programme effectiveness and training return on investment.
* Provide reporting and insight to senior leadership.
Culture and Engagement
* Promote a culture of continuous learning across the organisation.
* Encourage knowledge sharing and self-directed learning.
* Support inclusive and accessible learning initiatives.
About You
* Experience working within Learning and Development, Organisational Development or HR.
* Proven experience designing and delivering learning programmes.
* Experience building structured learning pathways or internal academies is highly desirable.
* Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
* Familiarity with learning technologies and adult learning principles.
* Professional certifications such as CIPD or similar are beneficial.
The Opportunity
This role offers the chance to shape learning at a group level, building scalable development programmes that directly support business performance and employee growth. You will play a key role in establishing a structured and forward-thinking approach to capability development across the organisation.
If you are an L&D professional looking to lead impactful learning initiatives within a growing organisation, we would welcome your application.