Learning and Development Senior Manager

Organisation

We are partnering with a values-led organisation that places respect, safety and well-being at the centre of its culture. With a strong focus on flexibility and inclusion, the business is continuing to build a progressive, people-first environment.

Opportunity

We’re looking for an experienced and forward-thinking Learning and Development Leader to join the Talent and Capability team, providing strategic leadership for the enterprise-wide L&D function. This is a senior role for someone who is energised by building insight-led, contemporary learning ecosystems that drive real capability outcomes.

Accountable for the enterprise L&D strategy and the operating model across design, delivery and systems, you will use evaluation data, workforce insights and evidence-based practice to position L&D as a proactive strategic partner in organisational performance. This role involves national travel to support learning activities, events and stakeholder engagement across various locations.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the enterprise Learning & Development strategy aligned to organisational priorities and workforce capability needs.
• Lead and optimise the end-to-end learning operating model across design, delivery, evaluation and systems.
• Partner with senior leaders to identify emerging capability requirements and develop targeted learning solutions.
• Use workforce data, learning analytics and evaluation insights to inform investment decisions and measure impact.
• Provide strategic advice on learning, capability development and workforce readiness to executive stakeholders.
• Drive continuous improvement across learning frameworks, governance, digital learning and learner experience.
• Lead and develop a team of L&D specialists, fostering a high-performance, collaborative culture.
• Oversee LMS governance, compliance training requirements and enterprise learning reporting.

About You

Your strategic vision, deep L&D expertise and ability to lead and inspire a team of specialists will set you up for success in this role.

You will bring:

• Demonstrated experience leading an enterprise Learning & Development function within a complex organisation.
• Proven track record developing and implementing L&D strategies that deliver measurable capability and business outcomes.
• Strong leadership experience, including building and developing high-performing teams.
• Expertise in organisational capability, adult learning principles, leadership development and contemporary learning practices.
• Experience using learning analytics, evaluation frameworks and workforce data to guide decision-making.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing skills, with the ability to operate effectively at executive level.
• Experience managing Learning Management Systems and learning governance within an enterprise environment.
• Experience in a government, aviation, transport or safety-critical organisation will be highly regarded.

Application

If you are ready for your next challenge and confident you match the required profile; we look forward to receiving your application. For any additional information before applying, please email James at ***email_hidden*** to arrange a convenient time to speak.

Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. While all applications are carefully reviewed, we are unable to provide individual feedback to every applicant.