Learning and Development Lead

Learning and Development Lead

Remote, full-time role paying a salary of £48,000, plus great company benefits.

Empower Learning. Drive Success. Shape the Future.

Are you a dynamic and strategic leader with a passion for learning and development? Do you thrive on creating impactful learning programmes that drive real business success? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!

We are seeking an exceptional Learning and Development Lead to take lead on our Learning Delivery service. In this influential role, you’ll shape and implement innovative learning strategies, ensuring our workforce is equipped with the skills, knowledge, and experiences to excel.

Mears is one of the UK’s leading housing providers to both the public and private sector, with over 5,500 employees, working with clients to help develop, fund and implement their placemaking ambitions. With 30 years of delivering market-leading repairs and maintenance services, Mears is trusted to deliver in excess of 6,000 repairs daily to a portfolio of more than 1,000,000 homes nationwide. We provide tailored rapid-response and planned maintenance services through partnering arrangements with more than 70 local authorities, Arm’s Length Management Organisations and Housing Associations.

About to the Role:

As the Learning and Development Lead, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the educational framework of our organisation. Your leadership will ensure that our learning initiatives are strategically aligned with business objectives and responsive to the evolving needs of our workforce. By engaging with key stakeholders, you will develop and implement innovative, engaging, and effective learning programmes that drive both personal and organisational growth.

You will oversee the Curriculum and Delivery function, ensuring alignment with organisational goals and fostering impactful learning experiences, collaborate with key stakeholders to identify learning needs and ensure programmes are tailored to meet these requirements.

You will lead and mentor a team of Learning & Development Specialists and Skills Trainers, promoting a culture of continuous learning and professional development.

This role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on our organization's success by developing and delivering learning programs that empower our employees and drive business performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, manage, and develop a high-performing team of L&D Specialists and Skills Trainers

• Foster a culture of continuous learning and professional growth within the team

• Develop, coordinate, and deliver a range of innovative training solutions, including face-to-face learning programs, short courses, and corporate initiatives

• Build and manage strong relationships …