Learning Consultant (1 year FTC)
Swindon
£50K-£58K Basic Salary
A leading UK-based organisation is seeking a Learning Consultant for a 12-month fixed-term contract. This strategic L&D role supports a critical period of organisational transformation by aligning learning solutions to business goals. You’ll work closely with stakeholders across the business to identify development needs, consult on the most effective learning strategies, and implement innovative, blended learning approaches. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a purpose-driven organisation that values curiosity, collaboration, and measurable impact in learning.
Responsibilities
* Act as a trusted learning partner for designated business areas, identifying real performance needs through learning needs analysis and consulting.
* Create and maintain a tailored learning plan for each function, including quarterly progress reporting and annual impact reviews.
* Design and recommend innovative, blended learning solutions using digital, social, experiential, and on-the-job approaches.
* Manage the end-to-end training request process, ensuring alignment with organisational L&D strategy and governance.
* Support the development and implementation of competence and certification frameworks for high-risk roles and tasks.
* Manage relationships with external training providers and consultants to ensure cost-effective, high-quality delivery.
* Contribute to the continuous improvement of L&D processes, tools, and frameworks across the organisation.
* Support the internal communications plan by contributing learning updates, case studies, and promoting best practices.
* Collaborate closely with L&D and internal communications teams to maintain consistent messaging and visibility of learning initiatives.
Skills
* Strong consultancy and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence and challenge constructively.
* Excellent communication skills – both written and verbal – with an ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.
* Able to navigate ambiguity and work in a fast-paced, complex environment with a focus on outcomes and impact.
* Deep understanding of performance consulting, adult learning theory, and modern learning methodologies.
* Confident designing learning interventions using a range of digital, social, and experiential formats.
Qualifications
* Degree or relevant qualification in L&D, HR, or a related discipline is desirable but not essential
* Professional certifications in L&D, coaching, or performance consulting (e.g., CIPD, TAP, ICF) are advantageous.
Experience
* Demonstrable experience in a Learning Consultant or similar L&D role within a large, complex organisation.
* Proven track record of developing and implementing blended learning strategies aligned with business priorities.
* Experience managing training requests and learning governance processes.
* Familiarity with the development of competency frameworks and certification pathways is a plus.
* Experience working with external suppliers to deliver learning solutions effectively and within budget.
Blue Eskimo is the leading provider of specialist recruitment for the Learning and Development, e-learning and Training sectors. We provide interim, fixed term contract and permanent roles for multiple disciplines. These include Learning and Development Managers, e-learning Business Development Managers, E-learning Instructional Designers, Elearning Project Managers, Learning Technology Managers, Training Operations Managers, Training and e-learning Consultants, IT Trainers & Soft Skills Trainers