Learning and Development Specialist

About the role

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Learning and Development Specialist to join our People and Performance (P&P) team. This is a full time, permanent position based at our Head Office in Tauranga.

The purpose of the People & Performance team is to create an Exceptional People Experience. We strive for a culture that sets us apart. At our core, we thrive and lead by fostering meaningful contributions, promoting learning, growth, and creating a sense of belonging.

The Learning and Development Specialist is responsible for assessing company-wide development needs, designing and implementing effective training programs, and enhancing the performance and productivity of our employees.

This is a hands-on role working collaboratively with the P&P team and Leaders which requires a proactive individual with a passion for continuous learning and development.

About you

You will be an experienced L&D practitioner who has the ability to collaborate with a range of stakeholders, is highly motivated and can thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. The successful applicant will have strong business acumen and also have the following:

• Tertiary qualification or equivalent in a related discipline
• Experience of integrated ‘On the Job’ training of adult learners, preferably in finance or similar industries.
• Knowledge of, and experience within, a financial services or highly regulated environment (preferred).
• Familiarity with the key roles within Private Wealth and the measures of competency within these roles.
• High aptitude for computer systems with an ability to understand complex IT systems.
• A basic understanding of converting business processes and competency requirements into learning outcomes.
• An intermediate level of ability to design training solutions.
• Familiarity with learning and development practices and principles.

Why join us?

• Comprehensive Health Insurance
• Craigs Community / Volunteer Day
• Additional week of leave (conditions apply)
• Other leave (such as sick, bereavement, and family violence leave) from first day of employment
• Parental leave - 26 weeks’ pay ‘top up’ for eligible Primary Carers
• Long Service Leave
• Annual Health Check and flu vaccinations
• Flexible work options
• Savings benefits and preferential insurance rates

About the Company

 Craigs Investment Partners is a multi-award-winning investment advisory firm which is one of the largest in New Zealand.  With 20+ offices located throughout the country and over 650 employees, we offer solutions and advice to both private investors, corporate and institutional clients.

Why Craigs?

We pride ourselves on creating an environment where our people feel they belong and can bring their best self to work and feel valued. We grow as a team and with our clients and are always looking to support our communities – both internal and external. Our values build the foundation of how we work and how we provide great outcomes for our people and our clients.

• We are stronger together
• We strive for excellence
• We put people first
• We do what’s right

If you would like to find out more about working at Craigs, visit our Careers page – https://craigsip.com/careers.

How to apply

If you are interested in the role, please don’t delay in submitting your application online now as we will be interviewing suitable candidates as they apply.

For a copy of the Job Description visit head-office_ld-specialist_oct-26.pdf