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L&D Manager

  • Division: HR
  • Contact Email: deirdre.moran@collinsmcnicholas.ie
  • Job Ref: 23998

Learning & Development Manager - Mayo - Hybrid - Contract

The successful candidate will be responsible for all transactional Learning and Development (L&D) programs and initiatives including design, procurement, delivery, and evaluation. Responsible for the full administration of the L&D function, ensuring core L&D activities are delivered and all records are up-to-date. Provision of L&D advice across the organisation, supporting our people managers and staff in delivering on identified corporate goals and strategies.

Responsibilities:

  • Supports the HR Manager in the drafting and implementation of (in consultation with key stakeholders) the Learning and Development Policy in line with the organisation’s People Strategy, Learning & Development Strategy, Corporate Plan, Goals, and Objectives.

  • Supports the communication of the Learning and Development Strategy & Policy, including publication of activities (e.g. annual learning and development calendar).

  • Engages and works collaboratively with HR and People Managers across the business in all areas of learning and development, ensuring L&D programs are meeting overall business needs and advising on L&D requirements for roles, identifying gaps, and informing resourcing requests and workforce planning reporting.

  • Monitors against and reports on L&D Key Performance Indicators and metrics. 

  • Conducts training needs analysis activities across the organisation as part of key business transformation projects.

  • Reviews current and implements new L&D processes and systems including a learning management system, e-learning, etc cognisant of LEAN and operational excellence initiatives and opportunities.

  • Manages all L&D administration activity, including maintaining accurate and comprehensive training records, preparation of reports, raising of Purchase Orders, financial reporting, etc.

  • Designs L&D profiles for roles within the organisation identifying both mandatory and developmental training for roles which support the business.

  • Reviews L&D and e-PMDS records, identifying and collating L&D needs and identifying appropriate solutions.

  •  Maps training plans for new starters and ensures appropriate induction activities take place.

  • Assists with the facilitation of group/team/individual development sessions as required. Designs, delivers, and evaluates a range of training sessions.

  • Innovates wellness content and programs for all business areas.

  • Works with external partners, suppliers and providers and internal functions to support the execution of all solutions and initiatives and evaluates their efficiency and effectiveness.

  • Assists with a range of developmental initiatives – Shadowing, Mentoring, Work Experience, Talent Management Succession Planning, etc.

  • Assists with other L&D matters and ongoing people related projects as required.

  • Management of the L&D budget and contracts.

  • Enhancing use of e-learning and LMS.

  • Support and lead on HR projects as assigned by HR Manager.

Requirements:

  • Minimum level 8 qualification in Human Resources/L&D qualification or related discipline i.e. Training/Education etc.

  • At least 2 years’ experience of focused L&D work including the provision of high quality L&D co-ordination and administration

  • Experience of working with state/national organisations in the L&D fields i.e. QQI.

  • Experience implementing large-scale training programs for organisations.

Desirable:

  • An ability to communicate clearly to people of all levels both verbally and in writing

  • Experience of building and maintaining a network of L&D supports and relationships with stakeholders, advising on L&D requirements

  • Experience of IT solutions in relation to L&D and learning

  • Project management skills

  • Proven training delivery/facilitation skills

For a confidential discussion and more information on the role, please contact Deirdre Moran.

deirdre.moran@collinsmcnicholas.ie

(091) 706710