Department: YUG - 9090 - Group HR Location: Leicester Compensation: £35,000 - £40,000 / year Description Reports to: Group Human Resources Director Location: Travelling between both our Leicester LE3 5BZ and Nottingham NG8 6PY Sites Working hours: Full Time - Monday to Friday As a hands-on Learning and Development (L&D) Specialist, you will play a critical role in developing the skills, knowledge, and capabilities of employees within our organisation. Your primary focus will be on developing and delivering effective learning solutions, programs, and initiatives that align with the organisation's goals and support the growth and development of our colleagues. Passionate and motivated people are the power behind our growth so we're looking to expand our team and you could be part of our success story. What We Need From Yü Here's a taste of what you'll be doing: Training Needs Analysis: Conduct comprehensive assessments to identify skill gaps and training needs within the organisation. Collaborate with department heads, managers, and HR to determine the specific training requirements for various job roles. Learning Strategy Development: Collaborate with the HR Team, develop a L&D plan that aligns with the organisation's goals, culture, and business objectives. Establish clear learning objectives and define the most effective approaches, methodologies, and tools to meet those objectives. Learning Program Design and Delivery: Design and develop engaging and interactive learning programs, courses, workshops, and training materials. Utilise a variety of instructional techniques, including e-learning, classroom training, blended learning, and experiential learning, to ensure effective knowledge transfer and skill development. Learning Program Implementation: Coordinate and oversee the implementation of learning programs, including scheduling, logistics, participant communication, and evaluation. Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external vendors, trainers, or subject matter experts as needed. Learning Evaluation and Measurement: Establish metrics and evaluation methods to assess the effectiveness of learning programs. Collect and analyse feedback from participants and key stakeholders to continuously improve the quality and impact of training initiatives. Talent Development and Succession Planning: Collaborate with the HR Team and identify high-potential colleagues and evolve the talent development plans to nurture their growth and prepare them for future leadership roles. Collaborate with HR and management to create succession plans and talent pipelines. Learning Technology and Tools: Stay updated on the latest trends, tools, and technologies in the L&D field. Leverage learning management systems (LMS), e-learning platforms, virtual training tools, and other digital resources to enhance the learning experience and accessibility. Learning Culture Promotion: Foster a learning culture within the organisation by promoting continuous learning, knowledge sharing, and professional development opportunities. Encourage and support employee participation in external learning activities, conferences, and industry events. Stakeholder Management: Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders, including senior leaders, department heads, and managers, to understand their needs and align learning initiatives with organisational goals. Collaborate with HR, talent acquisition, and other teams to ensure a cohesive approach to employee development. Compliance and Regulatory Training: Ensure that mandatory compliance and regulatory training requirements are met, and relevant policies and procedures are communicated effectively to colleagues. Core Values Training: Ensuring that all employees are performing in line with Group values. Using Technology: Embrace technology to maximize the learning experience for our existing and new colleagues. Measuring Outcomes: Measure outcomes and evaluate effectiveness; continually improving and adapting to changing circumstances. About Yü If you have what it takes you could be just what we're looking for… CIPD Level 5 (L&D) qualified or equivalent and TAP Certified Certification such as Certified Professional in Learning and Performance (CPLP) or similar are advantageous. Coaching qualification is advantageous, but not essential Proven experience in learning and development, training, or related roles. Strong instructional design and curriculum development skills. Familiarity with learning management systems (LMS) and e-learning platforms. Excellent communication, presentation, and facilitation skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Ability to work collaboratively and build relationships with stakeholders at all levels. Knowledge of current trends and best practices in L&D. Proven interpersonal and influencing skills High level of computer literacy As an L&D Specialist, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the growth and development of employees, contribute to a positive learning culture, and support the overall success of the organisation. Your role will involve strategic planning, program design and implementation, stakeholder management, and continuous evaluation and improvement of learning initiatives. Yü Come First We have a wide range of benefits for our employees including: 24 days annual leave bank holidays Holiday buy – up to 5 additional days Day off on your birthday Employee Assistance Programme Annual salary review Learning and development opportunities Enhanced paternity, maternity and adoption policies Yü made a difference Awards 3 days additional annual leave if you get married/civil partnership etc. Appointment allowance Long service recognition Refer a friend payment Company sick pay (subject to length of service) New modern facilities Death in service and critical illness cover Plus, many more If you need any reasonable adjustments to help you apply for a role, please let us know and we will see what we can do. YUIndeed