HR Learning & Development Manager – competitive DOE FMCG Global Product Manufacturer – HQ Redditch + Pension + Life Assurance + Flexi Hours + Holiday Purchase Scheme and more MtoF 40hrs PW

A fantastic opportunity for a HR Learning & Development Manager to join a European supplier of fast moving consumer goods.

The Business:

This niche business offers products to a variety of sectors producing both branded and own brand products for a variety of leading names.

Main Role Responsibilities:

The HR L&D role will be responsible for building and developing a learning and development strategy, including policies. Supported by the Head of HR, you will ensure L&D strategy aligns with business plans and supports the wider Global Attract, Retain, and Develop goals of the group of companies.

Other key responsibilities include:

• Development of an effective learning and development strategy and policies tailored to business needs.
• Lead on LMS initiatives, including design, implementation, and management of the Company’s LMS system (currently Cornerstone).
• Coordinate with US colleagues to ensure Global Programmes are aligned.
• Manage training programmes for all UK employees.
• Conduct and maintain skills gap analyses to identify training needs.
• Identify internal and external training requirements, including new equipment or systems training.
• Partner with HR Support Manager/HR Business Partner and Department Managers on learning objectives, including PDPs.
• Support education on all UK EDI initiatives.
• Manage inductions for new joiners, transfers, and agency T2Ps.
• Regularly review L&D processes for effectiveness.
• Support apprenticeships, internships, and graduate programmes.
• Collaborate with educational organizations for work experience activities.
• Support succession planning processes.
• Oversee training for Ops/Warehouse team members.
• Maintain and improve training records and processes.
• Evaluate and report on the impact of development activities.
• Manage L&D budgets and costs, negotiating better terms where possible.
• Maintain records for audits and participate in internal/external audits.
• Stay informed about new initiatives and funding opportunities relevant to the business.
• Develop and maintain a resource library accessible to colleagues.
• Support ongoing HR projects.

Qualities:

• Experience in a similar FMCG HR L&D role.
• Proficient with LMS systems and digital learning design.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Strong IT skills, including LMS, SCORM, HRIS, and MS Office.
• Organized team player.

Salary, Benefits and Hours:

Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm, with 40 minutes paid break. Flexible working arrangements, including WFH, are in place, with occasional shift flexibility.

Holidays: 22 days + statutory holidays.

Salary: Competitive, dependent on skills and experience.

Pension: Contributory scheme with salary exchange options; 5% employee and 4% employer contributions.

Life Assurance: x2 annual salary.