Location: Belfast - AFBI Headquarters, Newforge Lane
Pay: £37,694 per annum
Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday (Flexi available)
Contract: Permanent
The Agri-Food and Biosciences Institute (AFBI) is currently recruiting for a Learning & Development Officer to join the People & Culture team within the Finance and Corporate Affairs Division.
This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping employee development, supporting organisational growth, and driving a high-performance culture within a leading scientific organisation.
You will lead the delivery of AFBI's Learning & Development (L&D) programme, ensuring staff are equipped with the skills and knowledge required to support organisational objectives. Working closely with senior management, you will identify skills gaps, design development initiatives, and promote a strong learning culture across the organisation.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and manage the organisation-wide Learning & Development programme
* Identify staff development needs and deliver data-driven training solutions
* Oversee onboarding and induction learning programmes
* Ensure compliance with mandatory training and regulatory requirements
* Design and deliver in-house training and coordinate external learning providers
* Provide advice and guidance to managers on development and people policies
* Support staff engagement, wellbeing, and organisational culture initiatives
* Produce reports and insights on learning, engagement, and development metrics
* Support and develop junior team members
Essential Criteria
* Level 5 qualification (or above) and 2 years’ HR experience with a strong L&D focus
* Minimum 5 years’ HR experience with a strong L&D focus, working towards CIPD
* Experience designing and delivering successful L&D programmes
* Experience building strong relationships with stakeholders, including senior management
* Strong data analysis skills, including proficiency in Excel
Benefits
* Competitive salary (£37,694 - £38,990)
* Flexible working and hybrid options
* 37 Days annual (including public holidays)
* Excellent professional development opportunities
* Access to a comprehensive employee benefits package
* Opportunity to work within a leading scientific research organisation
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