Job Description

We are currently working with a Not-for-Profit organisation in Stoke-on-Trent, recruiting for an L&D Manager on an initial 4-month temporary contract.

The role starts immediately, offers circa £200 per day, and includes three days of home working with flexibility.

The ideal candidate will be confident in delivering training, have a good grounding in e-learning, and feel comfortable presenting to SLT. They will be able to add value quickly, work independently, and operate effectively across a broad L&D remit.

Duties will include (but are not limited to):

• Designing and delivering impactful learning programmes that build skills, knowledge and behaviours across the workforce
• Creating inclusive and innovative development initiatives that enable employees to thrive
• Developing and implementing a clear Learning Strategy aligned to organisational goals, values and regulatory requirements
• Partnering with senior leaders to shape and deliver a Leadership Academy for current and aspiring leaders
• Leading organisational development activity including change, talent management and succession planning
• Driving compliance with mandatory training and producing accurate reporting for SLT
• Managing L&D communications, apprenticeships and the central budget to support engagement and operational delivery

Experience required:

• Strong stakeholder management with the confidence to influence, negotiate and challenge appropriately
• Proven ability to deliver high-quality facilitation, coaching and presentations across all levels
• Skilled in managing LMS platforms and digital learning tools to support effective learning delivery
• Confident in leading people and applying HR processes within a professional environment
• Capable of managing budgets, expenses and financial workflows with accuracy and accountability
• Adept at analysing data and evaluating learning impact to inform decision-making
• Experienced in driving process improvement and delivering projects that enhance organisational performance

Working hours:

• 35 hours per week
• Monday - Friday, 9am-5pm
• 3 days home working

Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.

James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role.

At James Andrews Recruitment Solutions we try to respond to all applications personally, however, due to the high volume of applications this is not always possible. If you have not heard back from us within 72 hours, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.