Senior Learning & Development Manager (Maternity Cover)
Oxfordshire (3 days a week in the office, 2 days from home)
C£70K Basic Salary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Learning & Development (L&D) professional to take on a strategic leadership role within a dynamic, fast-growing global organisation. This position is responsible for shaping and driving a comprehensive global L&D strategy, ensuring high-impact learning experiences across multiple regions. The role involves leading a small team, implementing innovative learning solutions, and collaborating with senior business leaders to foster a culture of continuous development.

This is a fixed-term maternity cover contract running from May 2025 to May 2026.

Key Responsibilities:

* Lead and inspire a small, dedicated L&D team to deliver engaging and impactful learning experiences.

* Develop and execute a global L&D strategy, ensuring consistency while adapting to different markets and cultural nuances.

* Oversee the selection, implementation, and optimisation of a Learning Management System (LMS) to support a diverse global workforce.

* Design and deliver tailored learning pathways that align with business needs and regional requirements.

* Build strong relationships with senior leadership to drive engagement and alignment with L&D initiatives.

* Manage the L&D budget effectively, allocating resources strategically to maximise impact.

Skills & Competencies:

* Strong strategic thinking skills with the ability to execute detailed plans effectively.

* Excellent leadership and team development capabilities.

* Outstanding communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence senior leaders.

* Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving business environment.

* A commitment to fostering a culture of learning and professional growth.

Qualifications:

* A relevant degree or professional certification in Learning & Development, HR, Organisational Development, or a related field is desirable.

* Additional qualifications in instructional design, coaching, or digital learning tools would be advantageous.

Experience:

* Significant experience in a senior L&D role within a complex, global organisation, ideally within a high-growth or private equity-backed environment.

* Proven track record of successfully implementing and managing an LMS across multiple regions.

* Experience leading and developing a small team to deliver high-quality learning initiatives.

* A strong background in designing and implementing effective learning strategies and programmes.

Blue Eskimo is the leading provider of specialist recruitment for the Learning and Development, e-learning and Training sectors. We provide interim, fixed term contract and permanent roles for multiple disciplines. These include Learning and Development Managers, e-learning Business Development Managers, E-learning Instructional Designers, Elearning Project Managers, Learning Technology Managers, Training Operations Managers, Training and e-learning Consultants, IT Trainers & Soft Skills Trainers