Learning & Development Lead

Learning & Development Lead

We’re looking to attract an ambitious and forward-thinking Learning & Development professional ready to take ownership of a pivotal role within a successful manufacturing business. This is a fantastic opportunity to design and support delivery of a robust, strategic L&D function that will directly support business performance, culture, and long-term capability.

This established organisation is entering an exciting phase of growth, creating a unique opportunity for someone to shape and embed a modern, impactful learning strategy from the ground up.
Working closely with senior leadership, you will act as a true strategic partner, moving beyond traditional training delivery to build a forward-thinking L&D offering that supports continuous improvement, succession planning, and leadership development across the business.

Why Apply?

• A rare opportunity to build and shape an L&D function within a successful manufacturing environment

• High level of visibility and influence across the business

• Scope to implement innovative learning solutions and drive real cultural impact

• Opportunity to balance strategic development with some hands-on involvement in the early stages

The Job

• Develop and implement a comprehensive L&D strategy aligned to business objectives

• Conduct training needs analysis to identify current and future capability gaps

• Design and embed structured learning pathways, including leadership development and coaching frameworks

• Support succession planning and internal talent development initiatives

• Introduce modern, scalable learning solutions suited to a manufacturing environment

• Partner with senior stakeholders to drive engagement and ensure alignment with operational goals

• Oversee early-stage delivery of training, supported by existing facilitators

The Person

• Proven experience in a strategic L&D role, ideally within manufacturing or a similar environment

• Strong experience in building or developing L&D frameworks and initiatives

• Confident operating at both a strategic and hands-on level

• Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at senior level

• Experience in areas such as succession planning, leadership development, and coaching

• Relevant L&D or CIPD qualification desirable

Additional Information

This role offers flexibility in working hours; however, it is fully site-based to enable effective relationship-building and successful development of the L&D function.  There is also some travel involved on an adhoc basis to the site in England.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary up to £60,000
• Generous car allowance – £12,000 per annum
• Pension scheme – employer double matches employee contribution up to 10%
• 25 days holiday – rising to 30 with time-served
• Holiday day purchase scheme – up to 5 extra days
• Private Healthcare
• Cash Healthcare scheme
• Enhanced sickness pay

The Next Steps

If this opportunity is of interest, we would love to hear from you. Please get in touch or apply with your CV for more information.