Learning and Development Manager – Top Tier Law Firm

Location: City of London
Salary: Up to £65,000 per annum + bonus + benefits

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Learning and Development (L&D) Manager to join a leading law firm as their first dedicated L&D professional. This is a pivotal role where you will have the autonomy to shape and implement the firm’s Learning and Development strategy, manage and grow the L&D function, and work closely with senior leadership to deliver measurable results.

Reporting to the Head of Talent, this is a strategic, hands-on role ideal for someone passionate about driving employee development, succession planning, and engagement within a professional services environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership:
  • Execute the firm’s Learning and Development strategy to support organisational goals.
  • Collaborate with senior management to gather feedback, influence decision-making, and align learning initiatives with business objectives.
• Programme Design and Delivery:
  • Develop and deliver soft skills training and blended learning solutions.
  • Continuously evaluate and improve the L&D programme to ensure effectiveness.
• Talent Development:
  • Work with HR Business Partners and leadership to identify high-potential talent, succession plan, and drive employee engagement.
  • Mentor and develop junior team members, supporting their career progression.
• Stakeholder Engagement:
  • Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external training partners/suppliers to ensure high-quality delivery.
• Metrics and Evaluation:
  • Monitor the success of learning initiatives across defined metrics.
  • Demonstrate problem-solving and change management expertise to drive continuous improvement.
• Team Management:
  • Oversee and grow the Learning and Development team, ensuring alignment with the firm’s long-term goals.

Person Specification:

• Proven experience in a Learning and Development Manager or similar role, ideally within a professional services or legal environment.
• Strong leadership and strategic planning skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders.
• Hands-on experience in designing and delivering training programmes and blended solutions.
• Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal), with confidence in building relationships and driving change.
• Demonstrable expertise in talent management, employee engagement, and succession planning.
• Calm, measured, and passionate about Training and Development, with a solution-oriented approach.

What’s on Offer:

• Salary up to £65,000 per annum (dependent on experience).
• Bonus and a range of competitive benefits.
• Autonomy to shape and implement the firm’s L&D strategy.
• Opportunity to work in a fast-paced, strategic role with high visibility across the organisation.
  

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