Job Title: Learning & Development Lead
We have an excellent opportunity for a Learning & Development Lead to join our team at tn-ireland, a semi-state body based in Dublin City Centre. A hybrid working pattern is in place, with the initial role being temporary but with a strong view to permanency.
The successful candidate will report to the Learning and Development Manager and be responsible for supporting the ongoing management of the Learning and Development capability across the company.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Collaborate with the Learning and Development Manager and Senior Manager to design, develop, and implement key learning initiatives aligned to strategic business objectives, ensuring close collaboration with the HR Business Partner team and other relevant teams throughout all stages from concept to rollout.
2. Partner with Learning and Development colleagues, HR, business stakeholders, and Heads of Function to customise and implement learning and development strategies that meet the needs of employees and are strategic for the business.
3. Support the development and rollout of comprehensive training needs analysis for the company, serving as the primary point of contact for identifying, gathering, and validating learning requirements in conjunction with HR Business Partners.
4. Assist the Learning and Development Manager in identifying learning themes to create the annual Learning and Development roadmap.
5. Champion the learning and skills development provision to increase the capabilities of employees.
6. Implement evaluation strategies to measure the effectiveness of learning solutions and performance in line with business expectations.
7. Collaborate with HR and business stakeholders to support and deliver the Learning and Development agenda.
8. Manage vendors and service providers, monitoring their performance during delivery to ensure quality and optimum value for the organisation.
9. Support the Management of the training budget for business areas and teams.
10. Partner with external professional bodies to attain and maintain Continuing Professional Development (CPD) accreditation employer standards.
11. Work closely with internal teams, such as IT, to understand requirements for core job-based, mandatory training.
12. Record all stages of the Learning and Development process accurately, including training records, detailed information on budgets and costs, and assist with audits as required.
13. Provide input into business projects, taking a lead where appropriate.
14. Conduct research on training methods and best practices to create new training programs.
15. Maintain close and effective working relationships within HR Management & Leadership, Health and Safety Services, and the wider organisation, along with relevant external providers and bodies.
16. Use appropriate tools and methodologies to carry out all stages of the learning cycle, including needs analysis, planning, design, development, delivery, coordination, and evaluation.
17. Support the delivery of Learning and Development programmes across the organisation, both by internal and external providers, both online and in-house, and on both an operational and strategic level.
18. Proactively identify and drive improvements in the Learning and Development area.
19. Maximise the effectiveness of Learning and Development initiatives by staying up-to-date with the latest products, initiatives, and technology.
20. Support HR and IT in implementing Knowledge Management solutions, such as effective delivery and storage of learning and development materials.
Requirements for Success:
1. A relevant third-level qualification or accreditation is desirable, as is relevant experience.
2. A minimum of 5 years' experience in a similar role.
3. Ability to develop and maintain effective strategic partnerships with key stakeholders internally and externally.
4. A proven track record of dealing with complex issues proactively and in a timely fashion, along with the ability to communicate complex information to others.
5. A highly motivated individual, working to the highest professional standards, and with a proven ability to deliver results.
6. Strong analytical skills and the ability to identify and analyse problems and potential improvements, and propose and implement solutions.
7. Demonstrate adaptability and the ability to change focus and direction in line with business strategy and requirements.
8. Proactively identify new areas of improvement and use newly gained knowledge and skill on the job.