Learning & Development Manager

Air IT Limited; Sandiacre; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking a proactive Learning & Development Manager to shape their Group-wide strategy. The role involves designing impactful training programs, managing apprenticeships, and ensuring continuous career development for employees. Ideal candidates will bring a strong background in L&D, excellent communication skills, and a passion for inclusivity. This position offers hybrid working options, 25 days annual leave, and ongoing development opportunities.

Benefits

Hybrid working options

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Ongoing learning and development opportunities

Technology vouchers

Enhanced family leave

Celebration day

Salary sacrifice pension

Paid volunteer days

Company social events

Discount and Cashback Scheme

Group Income Protection

Life Insurance

EAP and Virtual GP Service

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Learning & Development, ideally within a fast-paced or tech-driven business.
• Strong understanding of training design, delivery, and evaluation.
• Ability to travel to all our nationwide sites.

Responsibilities

• Own and evolve our L&D strategy to support growth and operational excellence.
• Design career frameworks so people can develop and progress.
• Deliver engaging induction programmes for new starters.
• Manage external courses and ensure smooth delivery.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Communication

Training design and delivery

Knowledge of apprenticeship programmes

Inclusivity in learning

Job description

Reporting to: People Services Manager
Location: Nationwide travel required

Shape the Future of Learning at Air IT

Are you passionate about helping people grow and thrive? Do you love creating impactful learning experiences that make a real difference? This is your chance to take the lead on shaping our Group-wide Learning & Development strategy and bring innovation to how we develop talent across Air IT Group.

As our wemaking Learning & Development Manager, you’ll play a strategic and hands‑on role in designing and delivering training programmes that empower our people, drive capability, and support career progression. From onboarding to career development, compliance training to apprenticeships, you’ll be at the heart of building a culture of continuous learning.

Why You’ll Love This Role

• Make an Impact: Own and evolve our L&D strategy to support growth and operational excellence.
• Drive Innovation: Introduce fresh ideas, tools, and approaches to learning.
• Shape Careers: Create clear development paths and frameworks that help our people progress.
• Champion Inclusion: Support initiatives like our Women’s Network and charitable partnerships that make a difference.

What You’ll Doponential

• Spot Skills Gaps: Partner with stakeholders to assess development needs and identify skills gaps across the Group.
• Create Learning Paths: Design career frameworks so people can develop and progress.
• Own Onboarding: Deliver engaging induction programmes for new starters.
• Coordinate Training: Manage external courses and ensure smooth delivery.
• Build a Learning Culture: Drive initiatives like lunch & learns and peer‑to‑peer training.
• Lead Apprenticeships: Manage apprenticeship programmes and levy funds to upskill colleagues.
• Manage Our Learning Platform: Keep learning accessible, engaging, and track progress.
• Support Inclusion & Community: Coordinate our Women’s Network and partnerships that help young people thrive imprescindibles

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience in Learning & Development, ideally within a fast‑paced or tech‑driven business.
• Ability to travel to all our nationwide sites.
• Strong understanding of training design, delivery, and evaluation.
• Knowledge of apprenticeship programmes and levy management.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Passion for creating inclusive, engaging learning experiences.

The Benefits

Joining Air IT means unlocking a world of perks and opportunities, including:

• Hybrid working options for a better work‑life Cloake
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Ongoing learning and development opportunitiesCycle to work scheme and technology vouchers
• Enhanced family leave
• Celebration day - an additional day off each year to celebrate an occasion important to you
• Salary sacrifice pension
• 2 paid volunteer days - We believe in the power of giving back to our communities and want to actively support employees efforts to make a positive impact
• Company social events and competitions
• Discount and Cashback Scheme
• Group Income Protection
• Life Insurance
• EAP and Virtual GP Service

At Air IT we're committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone thrives. We believe in providing equal opportunities for all, so let us know if you need any reasonable adjustmentsIFICATIONS during the recruitment process.

Ready to shape the future of learning at Air IT?
Apply now and help us build a culture where everyone can grow and succeed!