Learning and Development Manager

The Organisation

Our client is a well-known and respected international law firm. They are rapidly growing and put a huge emphasis on their people focused strategy. This team and role offer the successful applicant the opportunity to shape the future of learning and development within a global, client-focused environment, making a tangible impact on the skills and growth of the firm's professionals.

Role Overview

The Learning & Development Manager will work closely with the Senior Learning & Development Manager as part of a global team, leading the development and delivery of learning programs across various offices.

This full-time, global role is ideal for an experienced Learning & Development professional ready to step into a managerial position. The role involves managing both ongoing and new projects, with a focus on Junior Associates, Trainees, and Global Business Functions (GBF), which includes managers and legal support staff.

This role also includes direct management of the Learning & Development Coordinator.

Key Responsibilities

Program Management:

• Develop and sustain strong working relationships with global stakeholders.
• Manage global Learning & Development programs, ensuring they meet current needs and incorporate feedback.
• Source and collaborate with external training providers as needed.
• Take on direct delivery or co-delivery of program content where relevant.

Training Delivery:

• Lead training programs designed to support Junior Associates, GBF Managers, Trainees, and other development programs.
• Participate in content delivery across training initiatives, both virtual and in-person.

Compliance and Regulatory Training:

• Collaborate with the Compliance team and other departments to coordinate required regulatory refresher training.
• Ensure that all qualified legal staff meet their regulatory training requirements.

Learning Management System (LMS):

• Oversee the LMS with the support of the Learning & Development Coordinator, ensuring maximum efficiency and user engagement.
• Continuously optimise LMS usage, content, and processes.

Team Leadership:

• Provide leadership, guidance, and support to the Learning & Development Coordinator, overseeing their day-to-day responsibilities.

Essential Skills and Experience

• Minimum of five years of Learning & Development experience, with at least two years in an advisory role.
• Previous experience supervising or managing a team.
• Professional background in corporate or commercial environments, preferably within a professional services or law firm.
• Skilled in facilitating and delivering interactive training sessions.
• Strong relationship-building skills, with the confidence to collaborate with senior stakeholders and external vendors.
• Recent experience working with a Learning Management System.