Learning and Development Programme Manager

JWR Employment Specialist is working with an Irish Leading Global Manufacturer located in Westport, Co Mayo to recruit a Learning and Development Programme Manager.

As the Learning and Development Programme Manager, the main responsibility of this role is to lead the company Learning & Development function within the HR Department. The ideal candidate will be flexible to the changing needs of the company as the L&D function continues to develop at HQ and globally.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop learning strategies and programmes that align with strategic priorities, and which support a culture of continuous learning and growth
• Lead key areas of L&D, including University (training program for global Sales team), Leadership Development programs, and overall L&D Program at company headquarters
• Source and assess training providers & course content, elicit attendee feedback, assess training effectiveness and conduct ROI analysis 
• Advise global sites during initial stages of L&D roll out (e.g. sharing L&D policies and process, KPI reporting systems, etc. to ensure a standardised approach across all sites
• Work with managers to establish training needs, and source appropriate training courses / providers in response to departmental TNAs 
• Maintain training records and KPIs on Bamboo and internal systems 
• Manage the administration of training platforms including our internal Learnupon system 
• Lead ad hoc documentation of award submissions, tenders, policies, reporting, etc. in relation to L&D activities  
• Support the HR Team in the delivery of quarterly policy briefings and training for line managers and staff 
• Work with the HR team on the development and expansion of the employee induction process 
• Support the H&S Officer with health and safety training and other welfare initiatives
• Engage in L&D research, networking, and training to keep up to date with general best practice in relevant areas 

Skills and Qualifications: 

• Degree or qualification in Learning & Development or related discipline 
• 3-5 years prior experience in L&D is essential 
• Strong organisation and time-management skills 
• High competency in the use of Microsoft suite (excel, PowerPoint, word) 
• Flexible and adaptable to the changing needs of the developing L&D function  
• Excellent level of business English and ability to create professional documentation