Learning Development Manager - 12 month FTC

An exciting opportunity for an experienced Learning & Development professional to lead the learning strategy and manage a team of trainers and assessors within a regulated environment. This role combines strategic leadership with hands-on delivery, driving organisational capability, compliance, leadership development and workforce growth across multiple sites. Client Details Our client is a well-established national organisation operating within a regulated environment, committed to delivering high-quality services and investing in the development of its people. With a strong focus on learning, compliance and continuous improvement, they are seeking an experienced L&D leader to help shape capability and drive organisational performance across multiple locations. Description Lead and deliver the organisation's learning and development strategy, ensuring training initiatives align with business objectives and regulatory requirements. Manage and develop a team of trainers and assessors, providing leadership, coaching and performance support. Design, implement and evaluate learning programmes to enhance employee capability, compliance and career development. Partner with senior stakeholders to identify skills gaps, future workforce needs and development priorities. Oversee training budgets, learning systems, policies and reporting, driving continuous improvement across all L&D activities. Ensure learning provision meets relevant quality, audit and compliance standards within a regulated environment. Profile Proven experience in a Learning & Development leadership role. Background in a regulated environment such as social care, healthcare, education or safeguarding. Experience developing and implementing L&D strategies and leadership programmes. Strong people management and stakeholder engagement skills. Passionate about developing people and driving a culture of continuous learning. Able to balance strategic thinking with hands-on delivery in a fast-paced environment. Job Offer Salary circa £47,000, with some flexibility for the right candidate. 12-month fixed-term contract. Opportunity to lead and shape the learning and development strategy while managing a team. Strategic and operational role with real influence across the organisation. Travel expenses covered for site visits across Nottinghamshire, Somerset and Northamptonshire. Flexible, ad hoc travel rather than being permanently site-based. Candidates available at short notice are particularly welcome