Learning and Development Consultant

AND Digital Limited; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading digital solutions firm is searching for a Talent Growth Partner to enhance learning and development initiatives. In this role, you'll design and deliver impactful learning solutions while collaborating with internal stakeholders and external partners. Key responsibilities include coordinating training programs, engaging in project delivery, understanding business needs, and managing the Learning Experience Platform. The role offers the chance to work on meaningful projects within a culture that values curiosity and collaboration.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Private medical insurance

Flexible bank holidays

£1,000 flexifund for personalized benefits

6% employer pension contribution

Qualifications

• Experience and interest in learning and development.
• Proven ability to build relationships quickly.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate comprehensive L&D offerings for core skills.
• Deliver engaging learning experiences for stakeholders.
• Manage and analyze learning progress through LXP.

Skills

Communication skills

Understanding of adult learning principles

L&D tools familiarity

Project management understanding

Team collaboration

Tools

Learning Experience Platform (LXP)

eLearning authoring tools

Job description

Who We Are

AND Digital is a tech company focused on accelerating digital delivery and dedicated to closing the digital skills gap. Since 2014 we have helped organisations build better digital products and stronger digital teams. Our regional “Clubs” model builds close relationships with partners, enabling a team-oriented approach across the UK, Europe and the USA, with plans for global expansion.

About The Role

We are seeking a dynamic and collaborative Talent Growth Partner to join our team. In this role you will design, deliver, implement and continuously improve learning solutions that align with business needs and foster a culture of professional growth.

This role involves coordinating a first‑class learning and development experience by supporting technical practice areas, collaborating with strategic alliance partners, and engaging colleagues across the entire business through:

• Quarterly Learning Offering – coordinating a comprehensive L&D offering for core skills and behaviours, including live workshops and self‑led programmes.
• Internal and External Programmes – coordinating blended core learning programmes for both internal and client audiences.
• Digital and Online Learning – driving digital learning engagement via our learning experience platform (LXP) and external partners.
• CoPs, Events and Informal Learning – driving and measuring social learning and knowledge sharing through Communities of Practice (CoPs), external events and in‑the‑moment learning, and supporting the creation of self‑sustaining collaborative learning solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Professional Expertise:
  • Demonstrate a foundational understanding of adult learning principles and instructional design.
  • Deliver engaging core learning experiences in varied formats for internal stakeholders.
  • Utilise diverse L&D tools and technologies, including collaboration and eLearning authoring tools.
  • Familiarity with feedback and evaluation mechanisms to support continuous improvement.
• Delivery Excellence:
  • Collaborate with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to co‑create and deliver engaging and impactful learning solutions.
  • Participate in project delivery, understanding basic project management concepts, timelines and key deliverables.
  • Actively seek to enhance the delivery of learning experiences through engaging methods.
  • Collaborate with team members to identify troubleshooting techniques and best practices.
• Building Trusted Partnerships:
  • Establish rapport with internal stakeholders by demonstrating credibility and proactiveness.
  • Communicate core messages with a clear, professional tone to internal and external stakeholders, ensuring understanding of learning initiative objectives and benefits.
  • Assist learning communities in accessing resources and processes that support learning solutions.
  • Work closely with Senior Talent Growth Partners to support business‑wide L&D needs and provide relevant reporting.
• Understanding the Business Context:
  • Recognise and articulate stakeholders' learning needs, demonstrating awareness of how these needs fit in and relate to overall organisational objectives.
  • Identify connections between learning initiatives and organisational objectives, acknowledging the importance of alignment for impactful outcomes.
• LMS and Data Management:
  • Manage the Learning Experience Platform (LXP) to ensure optimal functionality and user engagement.
  • Generate and analyse reports from the LXP and LinkedIn Learning to track learning progress, identify trends and inform strategic decisions.
  • Manage and maintain trainer pools, ensuring availability and quality of facilitators for various learning initiatives.
  • Provide regular status updates on ongoing L&D activities and initiatives to relevant stakeholders.

AI In Learning And Development

• Explore and identify opportunities to integrate AI‑powered tools and methodologies to enhance learning experiences, personalise content delivery and optimise learning outcomes.
• Stay informed about emerging AI trends and technologies relevant to L&D, recommending their adoption where appropriate.

Experience & Skills

• A keen interest and experience in L&D.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Foundational understanding of adult learning principles and instructional design.
• Experience in facilitation and delivering engaging learning experiences.
• Familiarity with various learning and development tools and technologies.
• Ability to work effectively within a team and contribute to project objectives.
• Strong organisational and logistical skills with high attention to detail and the ability to prioritise.
• A continuous improvement mindset for scaling consistent processes.
• Ability to analyse key data and feedback to inform future decisions.
• Confidence in building relationships quickly with people at all levels and backgrounds.
• Proven experience in LXP administration and reporting.
• Experience in managing trainer relationships and coordination.

Why join AND Digital?

We have three core values: wonder, share, and delight. These values inform how we work with clients and shape our culture: collaboration, ambition, curiosity and fun can drive innovation and create a better environment for problem‑solving.

By Joining AND, We’ll Provide

• Opportunities to work on projects with big clients and produce meaningful work that makes a genuine difference to people’s lives.
• A “Blended Working” model, allowing you to work from home, your clubhouse, a client site or a fresh setting.
• The benefits of a small company feel through an autonomous Club, alongside the advantages of a larger organisation.
• A dedicated career scrum team designed to help you reach your career goals and develop the skills you need to be your best self.
• A safe environment for you to be yourself and challenge yourself.

Benefits

• 25 days holiday allowance + bank holidays.
• Flexible bank holidays.
• Share scheme.
• £1,000 flexifund to use on a personalised list of benefits such as gym membership, Cycle to Work Scheme, health, dental and optical cash plan.
• Private medical insurance.
• 6% employer pension contribution, when you contribute 2%.
• Plus many more.

Equal Opportunities Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. We actively encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, and individuals with disabilities. We consider all flexible working arrangements, subject to the requirements of the role. Where reasonable adjustments are needed, we will strive to make changes to accommodate them.