Learning & Development Delivery Specialist in Reading

Learning and Development Delivery Specialist

Location: Reading *

Employment Type: Full Time, Fixed Term (12 months)

Grade: Consultant

Hybrid

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• This role can be based at any of our XPS Offices but you must be able to travel within the UK.

About XPS Group

XPS Group is a prominent and growing UK consultancy and administration firm within the pensions and insurance sectors. As a FTSE 250 company with over 2000 employees, we leverage expertise alongside advanced technology to serve over 1,400 pension schemes and their sponsors. Our goal is to foster a workplace where diverse talents thrive.

About The Role

The Group Learning and Development function sits within HR and partners with teams across XPS to build capability, confidence and career development at every stage. We work with business areas to understand their learning needs, design practical and engaging learning solutions, and create a consistent, high-quality learning experience across the Group. Our ambition is to foster a strong learning culture where colleagues can develop the skills, knowledge and behaviours they need to perform well, progress their careers and contribute to the continued success of XPS.

Key Responsibilities

Reporting to a Learning and Development Business Partner, this is a practical, hands‑on role for someone who enjoys helping people build confidence and capability. You will design and deliver learning that makes a visible difference to colleagues across XPS, with regular travel across the UK to deliver face‑to‑face learning in different offices and settings. The role will also help you develop your experience across facilitation, stakeholder engagement and digital learning. The role will be responsible for:

• Delivering existing learning solutions using a range of methods, including face‑to‑face presentations, training sessions, virtual sessions, blended learning and digital learning content, in support of the Group learning and development strategy.
• Delivering training confidently and credibly to a range of audiences, including colleagues and line managers, adapting style, pace and content to meet different learning needs and group dynamics.
• Ensuring all learning content is accessible, inclusive and engaging for a broad range of learners.
• Working closely with the wider L&D team to understand performance and capability needs and help to translate these into clear learning objectives, with practical learning solutions that are relevant, engaging and measurable.
• Evaluate learning programmes to ensure outcomes are met and make recommendations for improvement.
• Adopt continuous improvement methods to ensure there is a culture of improvement across all learning and development solutions.
• Supporting the development of digital and blended learning across the Group, including creating or curating e-learning content, encouraging learner engagement with digital platforms, and identifying opportunities to use technology to improve the learning experience.

Essential

Your Profile:

• Proven experience of delivering engaging face‑to‑face learning, including classroom‑style workshops, with the confidence to facilitate groups, respond to questions and adapt delivery to different audiences.
• Experience of using digital learning tools or platforms, such as Articulate 360, Vyond, learning management systems or similar, to create, adapt or deliver engaging learning content.
• Strong communication skills and ability to build relationships with different levels of stakeholders.
• Good understanding of learning solutions that are accessible for all learners.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects.
• Willingness and ability to travel regularly across the UK to deliver learning in XPS offices and other locations, with travel expected several times a month and occasional overnight stays required.

Desirable

• Knowledge and experience in the use of AI as a learning tool.
• Experience of creating digital, blended or multimedia learning content using tools such as Articulate 360, Vyond, video, animation, AI-enabled learning tools or similar technologies.
• Design and delivery of learning solutions in a Corporate environment.
• Knowledge of financial services including pensions, investment and insurance.

What We Offer

Enjoy a competitive salary, annual discretionary bonus, and 25 days’ holiday with buy/sell flexibility. Benefits include pension matching, healthcare plans, life assurance, and retailer discounts. We support our team with a flexible benefits scheme, employee assistance, and digital GP service. Participating in volunteering events is encouraged with paid volunteer days available. Referral bonuses are offered for introducing suitable candidates to XPS.

Equal Opportunities Statement

XPS Group is committed to diversity and equal opportunities. We welcome applications from all candidates, irrespective of sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion, or belief. As a Disability Confident employer, we ensure accessible and supportive work settings for all employees.

Eligibility

Any employment offer made will be conditional upon you satisfying DBS Disclosure checks, Employment or educational references, Satisfactory credit checks and eligibility to work in the UK before an offer can be made. XPS Group is not able to provide sponsorship to employees.

Who Are We

To find out more please visit: www.xpsgroup.com

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