Learning & Development Specialist

About the role

As a Learning & Development Specialist at Office Angels, you will join a market‑leading logistics company in Grays, supporting the growth and capability of the workforce through strategic learning initiatives.

Key responsibilities

• Act as a trusted advisor to business leaders, identifying and assessing L&D needs across the organisation.
• Lead L&D projects including needs analysis, programme design, supplier selection and implementation.
• Source, evaluate and manage external training providers to deliver cost‑effective solutions.
• Develop, update and enhance learning content and programmes aligned with business objectives.
• Review and redesign existing training materials to keep them engaging and relevant.
• Upload, maintain and administer content on online learning platforms.
• Research and introduce innovative digital learning solutions.
• Produce and present management reports using Excel and PowerPoint, tracking activity and KPIs.
• Manage, coach and develop a team of two L&D Coordinators.
• Respond to L&D enquiries, providing advice and support to employees and managers.
• Build relationships with internal stakeholders to foster a culture of continuous learning.
• Coordinate school and community outreach to attract apprenticeship candidates.
• Support apprenticeship and early‑career programmes to build future talent pipelines.
• Ensure compliance with relevant policies, procedures and regulations.

Required profile

• Proven experience in Learning & Development, Training, Talent Development or a related HR discipline.
• Strong project management and organisational abilities, able to juggle multiple priorities.
• Demonstrated experience designing, delivering and evaluating training programmes.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.

Required skills

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint.

What we offer

• Competitive salary £40,000‑£45,000 per annum.
• Full‑time permanent role with a hybrid working pattern (4 days onsite, 1 day remote).
• Standard office hours (8 am‑4 pm or 9 am‑5 pm, Monday‑Friday).
• Opportunity to work for a market leader in the logistics sector.
• Professional development and a supportive team environment.