Learning & Development Advisor

Learning & Development Advisor

At Lanes Group nothing is more important than the health, safety and well-being of our people and our customers. It's a major reason we are the UK's largest independent specialist infrastructure delivery partner of choice with a turnover in excess of £530 million, (EBITDA £45m), with over 4,000 brilliant people and a countrywide network of operational locations. Our services cover the majority of the FTSE 100 & 250 respectfully.

We are thrilled to announce a major contract win with Southern Water, so we're on the lookout for a Learning & Development Advisor, someone who is enthusiastic, proactive, and has a passion for all things learning. 

Based in our Head Office in Durrington, you'll be working across the Southern Water region to support our people in the field, our depots, and offices. You will be responsible for designing, delivering, and evaluating a variety of L&D programmes.  This could be helping our frontline teams deliver brilliant customer service, developing our leaders and managers, or supporting our newest team members during their onboarding.

Position: Learning & Development Advisor

Location Durrington (Worthing, West Sussex)

Job Type: Permanent, full-time

Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week

Salary: £30,000 - £34,000 per annum, depending upon experience

Benefits: 23 days (plus bank holidays) plus your birthday off; health cash plan; onsite parking; auto enrolment pension scheme; enhanced maternity and paternity, retention loyalty scheme based on length of service, friendly working environment.

About the Role:

As our Learning & Development Advisor, you will:

• Work with stakeholders to identify needs and skill gaps that drive performance.
• Design and deliver engaging learning solutions – from digital and blended programmes to face-to-face workshops.
• Facilitate training that inspires, motivates and supports learners of all levels.
• Continuously evaluate and improve learning initiatives to ensure real impact.
• Build strong relationships across the business and with our client, offering trusted advice and guidance on development.
• Collaborate with your L&D colleagues to deliver on team and organisational goals.

What we are looking for in you:

• Passionate about learning and development and keeps up to date with innovations and trends.
• Preferably CIPD Level 3 (or is working towards or willing to) 
• Great at communicating at various levels – both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to create learning content, whether that be in person material, e-learning, digital, video, audio etc.
• Experience of delivering in person / virtual learning sessions.
• Ability to build strong relationships using your interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisation skills with the ability to manage multiple workstreams.
• Hold a full UK driving licence, as this role involves travelling across the Southern Water region

At Lanes Group, we are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. We believe that our differences make us stronger and are committed to providing equal opportunities for all employees. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from underrepresented groups. Join us in our commitment to creating a more inclusive and diverse world.

Lanes Group are a signatory of the 'Charter for Employer Positive About Mental Health' run by Mindful Employer.

Please be aware this advert will remain open until the vacancy has been filled not necessarily to the advertised close date.  Interviews will take place during this time; therefore, we encourage you to apply early to avoid disappointment.