L&D Manager

Elevation Recruitment Group are delighted to be working with one of our FMCG manufacturing clients in Barnsley to identify a Learning & Development Manager.  Based on site with 1 day working from home if preferred, and with flexible working this is an established role for the business and brings an opportunity to build on existing L&D practice.  Reporting into the Head of HR the role will work closely with the business stakeholders to facilitate and develop the Learning & Development function.

Working with a Training office and administrator, as the lead L&D person, you will champion and provide comprehensive, effective and efficient support enhancing skills, knowledge and performance.  You will welcome new employees and managers to the business, lead the induction and onboarding program and ultimately drive high levels of engagement and opportunity.

Responsibilities will include:

Identifying and managing all training needs across the business
Ensure training and learning across the business reaches the required competency standards
Ensure employees receive the appropriate training and are competent to carry out their duties
Facilitate competency and mandatory training e.g H&S, skills training
Facilitate the management development and leadership training
Deliver training, coaching and workshops
Plan, organise and deliver training and induction / onboarding
Produce and maintain skills assessments, identify gaps and implement development solutions to bridge skills gaps
Use and develop e-learning to maximise training opportunities.
Support the performance review process and management development programme
Develop, manage and maintain HR systems including personnel records, training management
Support the set-up delivery and agreed outcomes of an annual appraisal and performance reviews
Own and develop Training and employee development plans
Manage use of the Apprenticeship Levy, funding  and programmes
KEY SKILLS / EXPERIENCE:

Previous experience working in an L&D role, preferably within manufacturing, fmcg, logistics or similar
Ability to influence and lead learners through the training programme
Deliver some face to face training experience
Ability to influence and negotiate at all levels to include senior stakeholders
Excellent organisation / time management skills
 If you want to join a progressive and successful organisation and you have a passion for people, then we would love to hear from you