Group HR Business Partner at Anthony Nicholas Group
Group Learning and Development Specialist – Fields and Fraser Hart
Are you an L&D specialist with a passion for developing others?
We are seeking a proactive and innovative Learning and Development Specialist to support the growth of our teams and drive organisational goals.
You’ll be responsible for developing our teams in Ireland (Fields Jewellers – 14 retail stores and 1 corporate office) and the UK (Fraser Hart Jewellers – 22 retail stores and 2 corporate offices).
The ideal candidate will be passionate about learning with a positive can‑do attitude, high energy, creativity, lots of enthusiasm and a good sense of humour.
Key Responsibilities
Identify Learning Needs
- Conduct training needs analysis using various methods (focus groups, surveys, interviews, store visits) to identify skill gaps and learning opportunities across the organisation.
- Gather feedback from stakeholders to ensure training programmes are aligned with business objectives.
Training Programme Design and Development
- Design, develop, and create learning solutions including workshops, learning guides, e‑learning modules and blended learning programmes.
Facilitation
- Deliver engaging face‑to‑face workshops and training courses to enhance skills and improve performance.
Training Evaluation
- Measure the effectiveness of learning initiatives through assessments, feedback and performance metrics.
- Provide recommendations for continuous improvement.
Business Support
- Work closely with Regional, Store and Head Office managers and teams to coach, support and guide on learning solutions.
E‑learning
- Design, develop, and create interactive e‑learning modules using authoring tools, e.g. Captivate.
LMS
- Manage the company’s LMS including uploading courses, maintaining user data, and generating reports.
- Encourage a culture of learning within the organisation.
- Stay up‑to‑date on industry trends and best practices in learning and development.
Other Duties
- In addition to the above you will be required to carry out additional ad‑hoc duties, e.g. workshop administration.
Knowledge & Skills
- Experience of working in a retail focused environment.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbally and in writing.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships easily.
- Ability to work on own initiative and also as part of a team.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Excellent planning, organisational and time management skills.
- Ability to work under pressure.
Essential
- At least 1-2 years’ experience in a learning and development role.
- Training qualification (CIPD, Diploma or Degree)
- Experience of conducting training needs analysis, design, delivery and evaluation of training solutions.
- Exceptional writing skills with a proven ability to produce clear, concise, and engaging written content.
- Competent in using Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.
- Experience using LMS and e‑learning authoring tools.
Travel Requirement
Regular travel within the UK and Ireland required.
Job Details
Seniority level: Associate
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Training
Industries: Professional Training & Coaching and E‑Learning Providers
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