Are you passionate about shaping the future of learning and driving business impact through innovative content and programme design? A FTSE50 organisation is looking for a Head of Group Learning Design to lead the creation of engaging, high-impact learning solutions. Leveraging cutting-edge content design methodologies and technologies, you will empower colleagues across the group to develop and thrive.
Accountabilities:
* Develop and lead a Group-wide learning design strategy, ensuring learning content aligns with core values and business priorities.
* Act as a subject matter expert in learning design, staying ahead of industry trends and best practices.
* Stay up to date with cutting-edge learning technologies, leveraging the latest digital tools and innovations to enhance learning experiences.
* Design and govern content creation blueprints and principles to ensure consistency and effectiveness.
* Lead transformation initiatives, ensuring learning strategies evolve in line with business change.
* Collaborate with senior leaders to anticipate future skills needs and develop learning initiatives that prepare colleagues for the future.
* Ensure the maintenance and continuous improvement of existing skills stack, driving performance across the group.
* Oversee the design and development of new learning content, ensuring it is outcome-focused and impactful.
* Measure and evaluate the effectiveness of learning solutions, using data-driven insights to drive continuous improvement.
* Partner with wider CoE colleagues and People Services teams to integrate learning initiatives into broader People strategies.
Key relationships:
* Business Leadership teams & Group People Leadership - shaping learning initiatives at a strategic level
* Group People & CoE Teams - ensuring alignment across the business.
* External Partners - leveraging best-in-class learning methodologies and technologies.
Desired Skills and Experience
Key skills & experience needed:
* Learning design leadership, ideally within a complex, large-scale organisation.
* Strong expertise in content creation methodologies, digital learning, and human-centred design.
* Experience leading transformation initiatives within learning and development.
* Deep awareness of emerging learning technologies, including AI, VR, and digital learning platforms.
* Excellent ability to influence senior stakeholders and translate business needs into impactful learning solutions.
* A data-driven mindset, ensuring learning effectiveness and continuous improvement.
* Leadership experience, with the ability to develop and manage a high-performing, globally distributed team.
* Strong budget management and resource planning skills.
If you're a learning design leader with a passion for innovation, this role offers the chance to make a tangible impact on colleague capability and future-proof the workforce in a purpose-led, leading brand.
The role is hybrid with 3 days per week on site.
Base salary dependent on experience, with a strong bonus and overall package offering.