Learning and Development Manager

Core Highways are a leading provider of temporary traffic management, barrier solutions and events signage. People are the heart of our business. We recognise each and every individual’s value and commitment and we know that the success of our business is only made possible by the drive and enthusiasm of our people.

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Learning and Development Manager to join our People team. This role will focus on developing and implementing learning strategies and programs, such as apprenticeships, to enhance employee skills, foster professional growth, and support organisational growth. The successful candidate will work closely with department heads and senior leaders to align learning initiatives with business objectives and create a culture of continuous development across the organisation. This is a remote role but will require monthly travel to our Torquay office.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and evaluate the company’s learning and development strategy aligned with business goals.
• Conduct skills gap analyses and identify training needs across various departments.
• Ensure that learning initiatives are forward-thinking, scalable, and tailored to the diverse needs of employees.
• Develop and deliver engaging employee training programs (both in person and virtually)
• Oversee our apprenticeship strategy and ensure that apprenticeship providers are delivering on requirements
• Manage the full training lifecycle from inception to post programme feedback
• Design and promote career development frameworks to support employee progression
• In collaboration with HRBP establish and implement mentoring and coaching initiatives to develop talent and leadership across the business
• Oversee and optimise the use of Learning Management Systems (LMS) for training delivery, tracking, and reporting.
• Have line management responsibility for internal Traffic Management trainers and assessors.

Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience in Learning and Development, preferably in a managerial role.
• Experience in designing and delivering corporate training programmes, apprenticeships, graduate schemes and leadership development.
• Familiarity with learning technologies (LMS platforms, e-learning tools) and blended learning approaches.
• Knowledge of learning theories, instructional design principles, and best practices.
• CIPD Level 5 or equivalent qualification in Learning and Development desirable but not essential
• Additional certifications in instructional design, coaching, or L&D methodologies desirable

What we offer:

• Competitive salary of £45,000-£50,000
• 33 days holiday per year – Inclusive of bank holidays
• Life assurance
• Enhanced maternity pay*
• Pension scheme
• Holiday purchase scheme*
• Employee Benefits Hub – offering retail discounts, rewards and perks on over 1,000 brands
• Digital GP Access including free and unlimited counselling
• Employee Assistance Program – providing free 24/7, professional and confidential advice on any issue both personal and work related
• Free Wellbeing App – access to the latest in wellbeing support for example, virtual fitness programs, help to stop smoking etc
• Company competitions to win cash prizes
• CPD: support and training to develop your career and skills

*after qualifying period

We are an equal opportunities employer.

As a Disability Confident Leader, we recognise that everybody is different and strive to harness those differences to create an inclusive environment where individuals feel valued, their talents are recognised and they are given every opportunity to develop their full potential.

For further information or an informal conversation please get in touch.