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Learning And Development Officer
Job Posted: 2 hours ago
Salary: £ 29,000 - 32,500 / Annum
Job Type: Contract
Location: Exeter, Devon
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Learning & Development Officer – 12-Month Contract
Location: Hybrid, with offices across Devon and Somerset
Salary: £29,000 - £32,500 per annum
We are seeking a Learning & Development Officer to join a highly respected professional services firm on a 12-month maternity cover contract (February 2026 – February 2027, with potential extension). This is an exciting opportunity to work for an award-winning, people-focused organisation recognised for its investment in employee development and wellbeing.
The Role
Reporting into the People Director and working closely with two other People Officers, you’ll play a key part in supporting learning and development across the firm. You’ll be involved in delivering engaging training, coordinating firmwide events, championing wellbeing initiatives, and supporting recruitment and onboarding processes.
This position can be based from several office locations across Devon and Somerset, with a hybrid working arrangement. Some travel between offices—particularly Exeter and Plymouth—will be required.
Key Responsibilities
* Coordinate onboarding plans and induction sessions for new starters
* Design and deliver engaging face-to-face and online training sessions
* Support Partners and Directors with training design and delivery
* Manage training administration and CPD processes
* Oversee relationships with external training providers
* Organise and deliver firmwide events, such as the Annual Whole Firm Day and wellbeing initiatives
* Coordinate “Training Tuesday” and “Wellbeing Wednesday” programmes
* Support mental health and work experience initiatives
* Assist with recruitment and career events when needed
About You
* Previous experience in learning & development or training
* Skilled in designing and delivering engaging training content
* Excellent communication, presentation, and organisational skills
* Experience in event coordination
* Confident using Microsoft Office (Canva experience advantageous)
* Coaching or training qualification desirable but not essential
* Passionate about learning, wellbeing, and enhancing the employee experience
* Adaptable, detail-oriented, and able to multitask effectively
* Recruitment experience would be a bonus
Benefits
* Competitive salary of £29,000 - £32,500
* 36.35-hour working week with hybrid and flexible working options
* 20 days annual leave with the option to buy additional leave (increasing with service) plus bank holidays
* Pension scheme and enhanced maternity/paternity pay after one year
* Death in service benefit (3x salary)
* Healthcare Cashback Plan and Employee Assistance Programme
* Cycle to work and payroll giving schemes
* Commission schemes for staff and client introductionsBefore You Apply
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