Head of learning and development Work, Jobs in Preston, Eng (with Salaries)

Learning & Development Manager
Harrison Drury —Preston
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Office
- Project management
- Travel
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
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Project Delivery Lead
BAE Systems —Preston
- £67,000 a year
- IT
5d
Head of Studies of Vocational & Technical Programme
Runshaw College —Leyland
- Up to £62,547 a year
1d
Buyer
BAE Systems —Preston
- £40,000 a year
- Contracts
- Negotiation
8d
Health and Fitness Writer – Chorley – Lancashire
Health and Fitness Education —Chorley
- Full-time
- Doctoral degree
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
Buyer / Intermediate Quantity Surveyor
BAE Systems —Preston
- £40,000 a year
- Contracts
11d
Procurement Professional
BAE Systems —Preston
- From £27,000 a year
- Oracle
- ERP systems
- Microsoft Office
8d
Learning Activation Specialist
mydentist —Radcliffe
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Sales
- Travel
- Leadership
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
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James Hall & Co. - Category Planner
James Hall & Co Ltd —Preston
- Full-time
- Sales
- Merchandising
- Analysis skills
- Free parking
- Annual leave
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Head of People & Culture
Willowbrook Hospice —Prescot
- £44,000 - £50,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Management
- Supervising experience
- No degree
- Free parking
- Work from home
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Senior Project Manager
Westinghouse Electric Company —Preston
- Project management
- Continuous improvement
- Leadership
- Employee assistance programme
- Life insurance
Geography Teacher/ Head of Department - Preston
The Team @ Satis Education —Preston
- Temporary
- School
Regional Learning & Development Lead
Swim Sports Company Ltd —Bolton
- From £32,000 a year
- Weekend availability
- Hybrid work
- Driving
- Travel
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Senior Business Change Professional (IT)
BAE Systems —Preston
- £48,000 a year
- IT
2d
IT Service Operations Coordinator
BAE Systems —Preston
- £38,000 a year
- Microsoft Excel
- SharePoint
- IT
8d
Curriculum Lead
Salam Community schooling —Blackburn
- £25 - £35 an hour
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- English
- Presentation skills
- Leadership
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Head of Health and Science
Bolton College —Bolton
- £50,522 a year
- Full-time
- Leadership
3d
Head of HR – UK & Europe
SunbeltRentals —Birchwood
- Human resources
- Leadership
- Annual leave
Quick apply
8d
Purchase Ledger Administrator - James Hall & Co.
James Hall & Co Ltd —Preston
- Full-time
- Communication skills
- Free parking
- Annual leave
Quick apply
RCN Officer
Royal College of Nursing —Bolton
- £50,754 - £57,339 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Human resources
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
1d

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Learning & Development Manager

Harrison Drury -
Preston

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Job details

Benefits

Annual leave
Employee assistance programme
Referral programme

Qualifications

Driving Licence
Microsoft Office
Project management
Business coaching
Leadership
Communication skills

Full job description

Harrison Drury is a market‑leading firm of solicitors with offices across Lancashire, Cumbria and Staffordshire. We’re delighted to be named one of the UK’s Best Companies to Work For, for the third year running, placing 40th in the Top 100 Best Mid‑Sized Companies and 10th in the Best Companies to Work for in the Law Sector. These achievements reflect our commitment to creating a supportive, people‑focused workplace where our colleagues can thrive.

With over 100 years of history, we’re a well‑established firm, but we’re also in an exciting period of growth, with the energy and ambition of a modern, fast‑developing business. It’s a fantastic time to join us.

We are looking for an experienced Learning & Development Manager to lead, shape and deliver our firmwide L&D strategy. This is a key role within our HR team, responsible for designing and embedding high‑quality learning solutions that support our people at every stage of their careers.

Reporting to the Head of HR, you will work closely with Line Managers, Department Heads and senior stakeholders to ensure our L&D offering is aligned with business priorities and drives performance across the firm.

Key Responsibilities

Design, structure and manage the firm’s L&D provision as a proactive, high‑impact support function.
Lead the development and ongoing management of the LMS (or equivalent), ensuring structured, accessible training for all colleagues.
Maintain accurate training records, LMS data and governance processes.
Manage the L&D budget and Apprenticeship Levy, providing regular updates to the Head of HR.
Conduct detailed learning needs analyses and create rolling training plans for firmwide, departmental and individual development.
Build strong relationships with key stakeholders across the business.
Design, deliver and evaluate L&D initiatives using modern, engaging and technology‑enhanced methods, including digital learning content.
Collate and analyse data to produce insightful reports, including Board‑level reporting.
Manage relationships with external L&D suppliers and partners.
Promote a culture of continuous learning across the organisation.
Support firmwide HR projects such as Investors in People, Best Companies and internal events.
Contribute to recruitment and development activity.
Ensure effective training support is in place to help solicitors meet SRA competence requirements.

Essential Experience

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proven ability to scope, design and deliver L&D programmes at all levels.
Background in the legal or wider professional services sector.
Strong project management experience.
Experience operating at middle‑management level.
Leadership and line‑management development experience.
Experience delivering large‑scale change programmes.

Desirable Experience

Business coaching experience.
Strong relationship‑management skills.
Knowledge of SRA solicitor competencies and qualification routes.
Experience implementing or managing an L&D software platform.

Qualifications & Technical Skills

CIPD Level 5 (or above) or equivalent qualification.
Fully competent in Microsoft Office.

Behavioural Competencies

Self‑starter with the ability to work independently.
Confident public speaker.
Willingness to travel as required.
Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Benefits

At Harrison Drury, we believe in rewarding our people and supporting their wellbeing. Benefits include:

Hybrid working policy
Employee bonus scheme and annual pay review
Medicash health benefits cash plan and Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Increasing holiday entitlement with length of service
Paid time off for voluntary work (2 days per year)
Free conveyancing for the purchase/sale of your primary residence
Free individual or mirror Wills
Employee referral scheme
Biannual promotion and salary uplift application process
Regular social events, including our annual Christmas party and staff recognition awards

Why Join Us?

Be part of an award‑winning, people‑focused firm.
Work alongside recognised experts in the field.
Enjoy a supportive culture that invests in development and wellbeing.
Flexible working arrangements to suit your lifestyle.
Opportunity to make a real impact in a growing team.

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head of learning and development jobs in preston, eng

Learning & Development Manager

Project Delivery Lead

Head of Studies of Vocational & Technical Programme

Buyer

Health and Fitness Writer – Chorley – Lancashire

Buyer / Intermediate Quantity Surveyor

Procurement Professional

Learning Activation Specialist

James Hall & Co. - Category Planner

Head of People & Culture

Senior Project Manager

Geography Teacher/ Head of Department - Preston

Regional Learning & Development Lead

Senior Business Change Professional (IT)

IT Service Operations Coordinator

Curriculum Lead

Head of Health and Science

Head of HR – UK & Europe

Purchase Ledger Administrator - James Hall & Co.

RCN Officer

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