Learning and Development Associate

Leeds

£28,000 - £30,000

My Client a well known Law Firm are looking to recruit a Learning and Development Associate.

Duties

• Design and Deliver Training: Develop and deliver engaging training content to support colleagues across all departments, both in-person and virtually.
• Learning Needs Analysis: Proactively conduct learning needs analyses to identify gaps and opportunities, ensuring our training solutions are tailored to the evolving needs of the firm.
• Facilitation: Lead interactive workshops (face-to-face and virtual) to foster learning and development across the firm.
• LMS Management: Oversee the management of content on our Kallidus Learning Management System ("Learn"), ensuring it's up-to-date, tracking user engagement, compliance, and impact evaluation.
• Collaboration: Partner with key departments, including project management, HR, recruitment, IT, and fee-earning departments, to create continuous learning opportunities.
• Evaluation and Reporting: Measure the impact of training initiatives using LMS analytics, surveys, and stakeholder feedback. Continuously refine programs to improve their effectiveness.
• Travel Flexibility: Be available to travel between offices (Leeds, Sheffield) as required, with the flexibility to work remotely after an initial in-office period.
  
  

Experience

• Demonstrable experience in a Learning and Development role-preferably with exposure to both face-to-face and virtual training environments.
• Strong communication skills-able to explain complex ideas clearly and engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills-comfortable managing multiple projects and deadlines independently.
• Growth Mindset: A positive, can-do attitude with a passion for helping others succeed.
• Technical Proficiency: Experience with Learning Management Systems (Kallidus preferred but not essential), content creation, and basic troubleshooting. Proficiency in eLearning authoring tools (e.g., Articulate, Captivate) is an advantage.
• AI Knowledge (Desirable): familiarity with AI tools like Copilot or large language models, and the ability to support their use in enhancing learning processes, is a strong advantage.
• Emotional Intelligence: High level of mindfulness and emotional intelligence to navigate different learning preferences and workplace dynamics.
  
  

Desirable Skills;

• CIPD or equivalent qualifications are beneficial but not essential.
• Experience supporting the development of apprentices or junior colleagues is beneficial but not essential.
• Previous experience working remotely or in a hybrid environment.
• Experience using data-driven approaches to refine learning interventions and track engagement is beneficial.
  
  

Personal Qualities

• A proactive, self-starter who enjoys managing their own schedule while meeting their responsibilities independently.
• Someone who thrives on variety-comfortable delivering from their desk one day and leading face-to-face training sessions the next.
• A person passionate about creating a positive learning culture and eager to influence the firm's overall L&D strategy.
• Someone who can proactively identify learning opportunities and create innovative solutions to support the firm's goals.
  
  

CLD Recruitment (Leeds) Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. CLD Recruitment (Leeds) Ltd is an Equal Opportunities employer; we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.