Learning & Development Partner in Eastwood

We are looking for a Learning & Development Partner who will play a pivotal role in accelerating our organisational capability and driving growth! In this strategic position, you’ll design, implement and evaluate innovative learning pathways that make a measurable impact on business outcomes. As our go-to consultant for key stakeholders, you’ll champion compliance, leverage data to inform decisions, and ensure every learning initiative delivers real value. From maximising the apprenticeship levy to creating cutting-edge development programmes, you’ll help us invest in what matters most – our people!

What you’ll be doing:

• Create engaging, scalable learning experiences, using a mix of modalities, including digital simulations, microlearning modules, instructor-led training (ILT), and blended learning solutions, using appropriate authoring tools.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to ensure content accuracy and relevance.
• Support the creation of an annual training prospectus and manage training bookings.
• Conduct rigorous Training Needs Analysis (TNA) across departments to identify critical skill gaps.
• Develop and implement a clear training strategy in collaboration with the Head of L&D.
• Assist in creating budget plans for learning initiatives.
• Work closely with managers and teams to identify skills gaps and learning priorities, acting as a trusted consultant.
• Provide expert advice on learning solutions and career development pathways.
• Manage the apprenticeship levy and monitor expenditure, ensuring optimal utilisation.
• Oversee apprenticeship programmes, ensuring regulatory compliance and high-quality standards.
• Track and report on apprentice development and progression.
• Translate L&D data into actionable business intelligence by producing insightful KPI dashboards and quarterly reports for senior leadership.
• Specifically, you will robustly calculate and communicate the Return on Investment (ROI) and Value on Investment (VOI) for all strategic learning initiatives.
• Oversee collection, analysis, and interpretation of L&D data.
• Manage the Learning Management System (LMS).

What we’re looking for:

• Proven experience in a Learning and Development or similar strategic role.
• High proficiency in end-to-end learning design, including mastery of LMS administration and digital content authoring tools (e.g., Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate).
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong knowledge of apprenticeship frameworks and levy management.
• Excellent data analysis and reporting skills.
• Ability to formulate budgets and monitor financial performance.
• Creativity in learning design.
• Strategic thinking and planning.
• Ability to work collaboratively and influence stakeholders.
• Attention to detail and data accuracy.

Why Microlise?

When your groceries arrive at your door or you sign for your online parcel, one or more of our software, telematics or proof-of-purchase solutions has probably been used. Our solutions deliver value to many of the UK’s leading grocery retailers and food logistics providers as well as to household names including JCB, Eddie Stobart, Carlsberg, Waitrose, and Royal Mail. Proudly Midlands-based, Microlise has been operating for over thirty years, and recently became a Publicly Listed Company with shares trading on the London Stock Exchange. Our growing business is guided by our culture which drives the way we behave, the way we work, the way we connect with our customers, and the way we support and develop our people.

Benefits:

• Full support and training to ensure you are well equipped to succeed in your role.
• Private medical insurance with Vitality Health including rewards for members such as: Free Amazon Prime, Apple Watch, discounted gym membership and many more.
• 33 days holiday, including bank holidays, increasing year on year to 38 days, then further increases with length of service.
• Life Assurance, 4 times your annual salary.
• Free Costco membership, 20% off EE mobile and line rental, and other discounts with Reward Gateway.
• Invested in employee health and well-being with over 20 mental health first aiders in the business.
• Employee Assistance Programmes.
• Great staff extras: Easter eggs, yearly BBQ, Christmas gifts, annual staff awards and many more incentives.
• Free Microlise Cresswell Racing Tickets, support British Superbikes.
• Executive Box at Motorpoint Arena Nottingham.
• Great Place to Work™ certified – We have been recognised by the global authority on workplace culture, so come be a part of our success.
• Best Workplace in the UK™ for Development, Technology, Wellbeing and Women.

Recruitment Process:

For successful candidates, interviews will take place whilst the advert is still live; so don’t delay getting your application in!

Recruitment Agencies:

Whilst we make every effort to directly source candidates for our live roles, we do have a very small preferred supplier list on the occasion we may require additional support. We therefore do not accept speculative CVs and/or cold calls to our Recruitment Team or Hiring Managers. Any queries should be directed to jobs@microlise.com in the first instance.