Learning & Development Manager, Greater Manchester, Hybrid working, 2-3 days per week in the office 12-month fixed-term contract Salary: £65,000 + £6,000 car allowance + bonus eligibility Are you an experienced Learning & Development Manager looking for a high-impact contract where you can shape people development, lead business-wide projects and support career growth across a large, complex organisation? This Learning & Development Manager role sits within the People function of an established UK infrastructure organisation. You will lead a small L&D team, report into the Head of People, and take ownership of key initiatives across onboarding, talent and succession, career pathways, early careers and performance development. As Learning & Development Manager, you will have the opportunity to make a visible difference, helping employees build capability, supporting managers with effective development processes, and embedding a strong culture of learning, inclusion and continuous
improvement. Key Responsibilities Lead and deliver business-wide L&D projects, including onboarding, talent and succession planning, and career pathways. Manage the annual performance review process and develop the annual training plan. Work with HR Business Partners to ensure L&D initiatives are rolled out effectively across all regions. Manage relationships with training providers, education institutions and professional bodies. Develop and deliver training sessions across a range of topics, including induction events. Lead the early careers strategy and oversee graduate and apprenticeship programmes. Manage apprenticeship levy processes and relevant sector levy requirements. Oversee the Learning Management System and other training platforms. Provide updates, reports and insight to the People team, senior leadership and wider business. Advise on best practice, legislative updates and process improvements within Learning and Development. Manage and support an L&D Advisor and
Administrator. Develop internal communication campaigns to promote L&D initiatives and events. About You You will be a confident Learning & Development Manager with experience leading L&D projects, managing stakeholders and delivering learning initiatives across a fast-paced business. You will be comfortable balancing strategic project work with day-to-day operational management, and you will bring strong communication, presentation and facilitation skills. What You'll Need Previous experience in a similar Learning and Development role. Experience developing and delivering L&D projects. Knowledge of early careers programmes, apprenticeship levy processes and ECITB levy requirements. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Confident presentation and training delivery ability. Strong Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word and PowerPoint skills. Ability to work to tight deadlines and manage competing priorities. A self-motivated approach and willingness to continue developing. Experience
within construction, infrastructure, utilities or engineering would be advantageous, as would CIPD membership or qualification. What's In It For You? This Learning & Development Manager opportunity offers the chance to take ownership of meaningful people development projects while leading a capable L&D team. Your work will influence how employees are welcomed, supported, developed and progressed across the organisation. Package £65,000 salary £6,000 car allowance Bonus eligibility Hybrid working, 2-3 days per week in the office 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays Option to buy up to 5 additional days' holiday Contributory pension scheme Life assurance Health insurance Private medical insurance Cycle to work scheme Employee discounts and savings platform Additional lifestyle and family benefits Apply now for a confidential conversation
