Learning and Development Manager

Learning & Development Manager, Leeds

C60,000 - £70,000 per annum

3-month FTC

Hybrid, open to full-time or part-time

We’re looking for an experienced and creative L&D Manager to join a growing professional services organisation on an initial 3-month fixed-term contract, with the potential for extension. This is an exciting opportunity to shape and deliver impactful people development initiatives, with a particular focus on leadership development, talent development programmes and career pathways.

Working closely with key stakeholders across the business, you’ll help build capability, strengthen leadership effectiveness and support colleagues to develop their skills and progress their careers. We’re looking for someone who can quickly get up to speed, bring fresh ideas and make a tangible impact from day one.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver leadership development initiatives that build management capability and support leaders at all levels.
• Design and implement talent development programmes that identify potential, nurture talent and support succession planning.
• Develop clear career pathways and progression frameworks to support professional growth, internal mobility and retention.
• Align learning and development activity with wider business objectives and organisational priorities.
• Partner with senior leaders, HR and business teams to understand development needs and deliver effective solutions.
• Oversee the design, implementation and evaluation of development initiatives, ensuring they deliver measurable outcomes.
• Review existing L&D approaches, identify opportunities to enhance the employee experience and introduce best practice.

About You

You’ll be an experienced L&D professional who can combine strategic thinking with a hands-on approach to delivery. You’ll be comfortable working at pace, influencing stakeholders and developing practical solutions that make a real difference.

• Proven experience in a Learning & Development Manager or similar role.
• A strong track record of developing and delivering leadership development programmes.
• Experience designing talent development initiatives and career progression frameworks.
• A commercially minded approach, with the ability to connect people development to business performance.
• Excellent project management, communication and relationship-building skills.
• The flexibility to hit the ground running in a fast-paced professional services environment.

This is initially a 3-month FTC hybrid role, based in Leeds, offering c£60,000 - £70,000 per annum.

If you're interested in this opportunity please apply now!