Learning & Development Manager

• Permanent
• up to £65,000
• Benefits
• City of London
• Hybrid working

Oakleaf have partnered with a renowned professional services firm to seek a dynamic Learning & Development Manager to drive talent development across a global platform. A key member of the global Learning & Development team, you will play a crucial role in supporting the professional growth of our talented workforce, spanning offices in Europe, the Middle East, Asia, Australia, and North America.

What is the role

The Learning & Development Manager will be responsible for:

• Talent Development Programmes
• Manage and develop comprehensive learning programs for:
• Junior Associates (up to 4 PQE)
• Global Business Function teams
• Trainees and Legal PAs
• Design and deliver engaging skills training across multiple development initiatives
• Update existing programmes based on training needs analysis and feedback
• Regulatory Compliance
• Ensure global compliance with:
• Continuing Competence Regime for qualified lawyers
• Compulsory regulatory training requirements
• Anti-Money Laundering annual refreshers
• Strategic Learning Initiatives
• Implement Legal Apprenticeship programmes
• Manage and maximize the Learning Management System
• Build relationships with key stakeholders globally
• Source and collaborate with external training providers
• Programme Management
• Oversee flagship development programmes including:
• Business University for Junior Associates
• Mastering Business Fundamentals (mini-MBA)
• Senior Lawyers Induction
• Future Leaders Programme
• Partner Candidates' Development Centre

Candidate profile / experience

Essential Experience

• Minimum 5 years' Learning & Development experience in corporate environment
• At least 2 years in an Advisor/Senior Advisor role
• Experience in professional services (preferably legal sector)
• Proven line management or supervisory experience

Key Skills

• Expert skills facilitator and trainer
• Ability to design interactive and engaging training sessions
• Confident communicator with senior internal and external stakeholders
• Proficient in Learning Management Systems (preferably Cornerstone)
• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail
• Creative problem-solver with lateral thinking capabilities
• Proactive self-starter with resilience and a can-do attitude

Desirable Qualifications

• Degree and/or professional qualification (e.g., CIPD)
• Previous legal or professional services background

Ready to apply?

If you would like to be considered for this opportunity or have any questions, please apply or reach out to milliesmith@oakleafpartnership.com for more information.