Learning & Development Specialist - Executive Search
📍 Location: Leeds
📅 Start date: April/May 2026
Propel are partnered with a global Executive Search firm that as they grow out their L&D team. Reporting to the Director of Performance, this is a pivotal role within the People Team, working alongside two experienced specialists with both new and existing colleagues. This opportunity is perfect for an experienced Recruiter who is looking to step into a more supportive role, or for someone who has already had a taste of L&D with a recruitment firm.
The Role:
Global Onboarding for New Starters
* Working with key stakeholders to ensure the best onboarding experience for all new colleagues.
Training of New Starters
* The first 6-8 weeks of a new colleagues time will be working closely with you to get up and running!
Delivering Continuous Company-wide Training
* Continually assess and review current training material to ensure it remains current & relevant for the business and create updated content as and when required.
Continuous Improvement
* As the Recruitment Partner you will also be responsible for managing, evaluating, and improving the technological tools and systems that support the tech stack.
System Optimisation & Implementation
* Regularly assess current platforms and technologies to ensure optimal performance and effectiveness.
What You Bring to the Table:
* A passion for people development and learning that sticks
* Experience within recruitment (executive search is preferable)
* Exposure to training programmes (especially onboarding)
* A collaborative, can-do mindset - you love making things better
* Strong communication skills and the ability to engage people at all levels
* A curiosity for tech and systems that make work smarter, not harder
You will be working for an Executive Search firm operating globally but headquartered in Leeds with offices also in Manchester, Florida, Sydney and Melbourne. They operate across over 30+ niche verticals, allowing our teams to become true experts in their fields and provide a different approach and culture to many other recruitment firms, removing the idea that 'one size fits all' from their hiring, training, and development - ensuring you have an opportunity to pave a career that works for you.
This is more than a job - it's a career with purpose, progression, and exceptional rewards.
Why Join?
🧡 A Benefits Package That Puts You and Your Family First
* Enhanced maternity & paternity leave
* Private medical insurance
* Free gym membership - use it whenever you like!
* Financial support towards IVF treatment
* Much more - from mental health support to wellbeing initiatives
🚀 Extraordinary Career Progression
* Structured, transparent, and achievable career path
* No moving goalposts - just genuine opportunities to grow
* Management route with a dedicated training programme and additional bonuses (including operational roles)
💰 High Earning Potential
* Strong base salary + commission scheme
* Competitive bonus scheme for operational roles
* International incentives + High Flyers trips
🌴 Generous Leave & Lifestyle Perks
* 25 days annual leave (plus half-day Friday incentives, international trips and social events - think race days and more!)
🌍 Global Opportunities
* Want to relocate? They have got offices in Florida, Sydney, and Melbourne!
* Relocation support for temporary or permanent overseas moves
📚 Industry-Leading Training & Development
* Award-winning CRM + LMS system
* Dedicated People team for L&D
* In-house marketing and admin support to help you thrive
Ready to take your career to the next level? Apply today or get in touch for a confidential chat!