L&D Manager

  • James Andrew Recruitment Solutions (JAR Solutions)
  • Exeter, Devon
  • May 08, 2026
Seasonal

Job Description

We are delighted to be partnering with a respected public sector organisation to recruit a L&D Manager on a fixed-term for 9 months.

This is a full-time role based in the Southwest, offering a hybrid working arrangement (3 days per week working from home) and a competitive salary of circa £50,000 per annum.

Duties will include (but are not limited to):

  • Overseeing the creation and rollout of individual training and development plans, including health and safety requirements, working closely with leaders and teams to identify needs and monitor progress
  • Leading the implementation and ongoing management of the organisation's LMS, including configuration, content migration, and user support
  • Designing and producing a range of learning content, from training materials and guides to e-learning and video modules
  • Facilitating and deliver in-person training sessions and workshops, continuously improving delivery based on feedback
  • Ensuring all learning solutions meet robust standards for accessibility, safeguarding, data protection, and organisational compliance

Experience required:

  • Demonstrated experience in Learning & Development, with a track record of building or scaling L&D provision to meet organisational priorities
  • Broad, hands-on experience managing multiple stakeholders, suppliers and cross-team projects
  • Proven ability to design and deliver engaging training programmes, including digital content, instructional materials and in-person workshops
  • Practical experience developing and implementing new processes and systems, including setting up or administering a Learning Management System (LMS)
  • Strong commitment to accessibility, safeguarding and compliance in all learning solutions

Benefits:

  • 2 days home working
  • Generous annual leave entitlement (with additional days for long service)
  • Hybrid working options to support work-life balance
  • Employee Assistance Programme offering confidential wellbeing and mental health support
  • Inclusive and supportive workplace culture, with strong equality and diversity commitments
  • Professional development opportu