Learning and Development Manager (VN4162)
Business Area: Shared Services
Vacancy Base: Astral House
County: Watford
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: 37.5
Providing vital HR, Finance, IT, and other key business services in the highways industry is fast-paced, fun, and fascinating. Our Shared Service functions work collaboratively to provide the essential business infrastructure that supports effective operations out on the network.
Activities of the team/department that this role will operate in:
The Academy Learning and Development Manager will play a pivotal role in the development and growth of our Building and Civil Engineering Division. This individual will be responsible for designing, implementing, and co-ordinating comprehensive training programmes that align with the division's strategic objectives and enhance employee performance.
Purpose of the role and your responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities
1. Training Needs Analysis: Conduct regular reviews to identify the specific training needs of the division, considering industry trends, regulatory requirements, and individual employee development goals.
2. Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement: Work closely with divisional leaders, HR professionals, and other stakeholders to align training initiatives with the overall business strategy.
3. Curriculum Development: Support to design and develop comprehensive training programmes that address identified skill gaps and support the division's strategic objectives.
4. Training Programme Administration: Oversee the administration of divisional training activities and the participation of divisional employees on groupwide programmes.
5. Performance Measurement: Track and evaluate the effectiveness of training programmes using appropriate metrics.
6. Employee Development: Foster a culture of continuous learning by coordinating opportunities for employee development, such as coaching, mentoring, and performance review.
7. Compliance: Ensure that all training programmes comply with relevant industry standards, regulations, and company policies.
8. Manage Training Costs and Source Funding Opportunities: Monitor and track training expenditures to prevent overspending, while identifying opportunities for funding and cost savings.
9. Line Management: Day-to-day management of divisionally aligned Academy administrators, providing leadership, guidance, and support.
Skills required:
• A passion for developing talent and driving business success, with a curiosity to ask questions and challenge to continuously improve.
Experience required:
• Proven experience in training and development, preferably within the construction or engineering industry.
• Proven experience in line management.
• Familiarity with learning management systems and other relevant training technologies.
Personal qualities:
• A positive and enthusiastic attitude, with good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A strong problem-solver and analytical thinker who can excel in complex environments.
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