Learning Design Manager (12 Month FTC) in Watford

Location - Hybrid (office near Watford)

Benefits - Excellent package

Shape the future of learning in the food industry. We are looking for an experienced and creative Learning Design Manager to craft exceptional learning experiences that inspire and empower professionals across the food industry. At IGD you will play a key role in shaping how the industry learns and grows. You will design and deliver high‐quality programmes that build knowledge, confidence and capability – from e‐learning and virtual workshops to live face‐to‐face sessions, interactive tools and workplace assignments.

About the role

Reporting to the Head of Operations – Learning, you will take the lead in designing IGD's learning offer, creating new learning experiences and refreshing existing content to ensure it is engaging, relevant and high‐quality. Through your work, you will play a pivotal role in delivering IGD's learning strategy, translating strategic priorities into impactful learning experiences that support industry capability and growth. You will balance digital content development with the design of live and virtual learning experiences, ensuring a consistent and engaging approach across all formats. Working closely with subject matter experts (SMEs) you will translate complex industry insights into practical, engaging learning for both digital and face‐to‐face formats. You will also explore emerging tools and approaches, continually enhancing the learner experience and supporting IGD's learning objectives. We are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion and you will help ensure learning is accessible and inclusive for all learners.

Design and build engaging learning programmes

• Design and build engaging learning programmes including e‐learning modules, webinars, workshops and live sessions.
• Translate learning objectives and SME input into interactive, outcomes‐focused content across formats.
• Develop blended learning journeys that combine digital and face‐to‐face approaches using tools such as Articulate 360 (Rise, Storyline), Synthesia, Vyond, Camtasia and workshop facilitation methods.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure content aligns with learner needs, business priorities and brand standards.
• Stay aware of learning trends and integrate innovative approaches, AI and emerging tools where relevant.
• Review and update the annual content plan.

Enhance learner experience and quality

• Continuously review and improve learning content to ensure consistency, accessibility and quality across digital and in‐person delivery.
• Design learner resources, job aids and supporting materials that strengthen practical application and knowledge retention.
• Gather and analyse learner and stakeholder feedback to optimise content effectiveness and experience.
• Work closely with the engagement team to ensure learning content is promoted effectively and integrated into broader engagement initiatives.
• Partner with programme managers to align learning design and delivery with programme goals and desired outcomes.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to promote learning content and ensure brand consistency and strong audience reach.

Support learning operations and collaboration

• Work with the Learning team to plan and deliver content aligned to strategic goals.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement and future direction of IGD's learning design ensuring alignment with our strategic priorities and learner insights.
• Support the rollout of learning materials, internal communications and learner guidance.
• Maintain version control, asset management and documentation for all learning materials.

Continuous professional growth

• Develop your expertise in digital and face‐to‐face learning design, instructional design and multimedia production.
• Share ideas and insights to uplift learning capability across the team.

What you bring

• Proven experience designing and delivering digital and live learning experiences including e‐learning modules, workshops, webinars and face‐to‐face programmes.
• Strong visual design and multimedia production skills (e.g. Vyond, Synthesia, Camtasia).
• Excellent instructional design ability turning complex concepts into engaging learner‐centred content.
• Clear communication and collaboration skills able to work effectively with SMEs and programme teams.
• Strong planning and organisation skills with the ability to manage multiple projects.
• A passion for creative, practical and data‐informed learning design.
• Familiarity with learning analytics tools or LMS platforms.
• Understanding of adult learning theory and instructional design models.
• Experience designing blended, gamified or inclusive learning experiences.

The rewards

We offer a range of benefits including a market‐leading pension, a bonus scheme, the ability to buy and sell annual leave plus a generous medical insurance package. At IGD we have a great work‐life balance where you are empowered and trusted to manage your time.

The location

We operate a hybrid approach to working with a mix of home and office‐based working to be agreed with your line manager. Our office is in a very accessible location within the M25 just 20 miles from central London.

Our behaviours

• We're hungry for better.
• We solve it together.
• We make it happen.
• We say what needs to be said.

More about our people

We're looking for inspiring professionals, talented people who seek personal and career growth and are ambitious to develop their potential and unlock opportunities for society, for our customers and themselves. We seek and attract the very best people and create an environment that supports and includes them. We aim to encourage a culture where people can be themselves and be valued for their contribution. We therefore welcome applications from diverse candidates. This includes people with disabilities so please discuss any adjustments that you may require throughout the selection and assessment process.

More about IGD

At IGD (Institute of Grocery Distribution), we serve as a unique, impartial force for good, driven by our charitable status and commitment to public benefit. Our purpose is clear: to unite and inspire everyone to deliver a thriving food system. We achieve this by acting as a trusted convener, uniting stakeholders from across the entire agrifood supply chain to address critical challenges. We foster collaboration through a broad range of forums, bringing together businesses, policymakers, and thought leaders. By providing evidence‐based insights, credible research, and strategic foresight, we help organisations make informed decisions that not only benefit their operations but also contribute to the collective good of society.