Learning and Development Coordinator

Mmr Research; Oxford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading research firm in Oxford is seeking a Part-Time Learning and Development Coordinator to support training programmes and coordinate new starter inductions. This role involves managing the logistics of training from scheduling to execution, using the Learning Management System, and ensuring a high-quality learning experience. Ideal candidates will be highly organized, detail-oriented, and have a curiosity for learning new systems. The role offers 20 hours per week with some flexibility in scheduling.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Generous holiday allowances

Market-leading training opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong self-management and prioritization skills required.
• Visually creative and eager to embrace technology.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate training programme logistics from set-up to completion.
• Manage the Learning Management System (MyAcademy).
• Support the administration of new starter induction programmes.

Skills

Highly organized

Attention to detail

Ability to build positive working relationships

Curiosity for learning new systems

Job description

Learning and Development Coordinator

Department: HR Recruitment and L&D

Employment Type: Permanent - Part Time

Location: MMR Research Oxford

Reporting To: Shreeya Patel

Description

As a Part-Time Learning and Development Coordinator you will play a key role in supporting a high-quality learning experience across the business. You are responsible for the administration and coordination of training programmes, the day-to-day use of our LMS platform, and supporting the operational delivery of the company induction programme.

Working closely with the wider Learning and Development team, line managers of new starters, and subject matter experts, you support the smooth running of learning activity across the business.

This role is 20 hours per week. Ideally 4 hours per day but open to some flexibility.

Key Responsibilities

• 📆 Learning and Development coordination
  • Coordinate the logistics of training programmes from set-up through to completion, including scheduling sessions, managing diaries, sending joining instructions and reminders, and ensuring all learning materials are accurate and issued on time.
  • Track attendance, completion and feedback of sessions.
• 💻 Learning Management System (MyAcademy)
  • Set up courses, pathways and programmes, managing enrolments and learner access.
  • Track learning completion and compliance and produce accurate learning reports.
  • Support basic troubleshooting and liaise with system providers where required.
• 🤝 New starter inductions
  • Support the end-to-end administration of new starter induction programmes.
• 👥 Partner with the business
  • Work closely with line managers and session leaders to ensure training is well planned and communicated.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Highly organised with strong self-management, attention to detail and prioritisation skills.
• Visually creative.
• Curiosity for learning new systems and embracing technology.
• Ability to build positive working relationships.
• Pride in being the person who makes things run smoothly behind the scenes!

A bit about us and our benefits!

We’re MMR Research Worldwide – the global sensory and consumer research experts behind many of the world’s biggest brands in food, drink, personal and household care. From bold new flavours to breakthrough product experiences, we help turn great ideas into products people truly love.

With teams across the UK, US, Asia and Africa, we blend science, creativity and curiosity to shape the future of everyday products. Join us and you’ll be part of a fast-growing, innovative company where your ideas matter and your career can thrive.

It’s our people that make all of this possible.

We are proud of our collaborative culture which is driven by strong leadership and offers industry-leading training and growth opportunities.

At MMR, we\'re committed to ensuring the happiness and well-being of each employee, regardless of where they are in the world! We offer a wide range of core and additional benefits. Competitive salaries, generous holiday allowances, and market-leading training opportunities are standard here. Our vibrant culture, talented team, and focus on employee wellbeing is what makes MMR so special.