Saffery
Early Careers Learning and Development Advisor (12-month FTC)
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Early Careers Learning and Development Advisor (12-month FTC)
Early Careers L&D Advisor
The Early Careers L&D Advisor is responsible for delivering a seamless and proactive learning and development experience for all new trainees and their line managers—including Partners—across the firm, as well as coordinating with training providers and professional bodies.
This role ensures that trainees receive the support, guidance, and resources needed to succeed in their qualifications and professional growth while equipping line managers with the tools to mentor and develop their teams effectively. Acting as a critical liaison between these groups, this position requires expertise in professional services qualification processes, a strong focus on continuous improvement, data-driven decision-making, and fostering a culture of learning. The role is pivotal in maintaining Saffery’s reputation as a leading employer for early career professionals.
Key Responsibilities
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Workforce Planning & Engagement
- Execute processes to ensure new trainees onboard confidently and have a meaningful trainee experience.
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L&D &-Staff Collaboration
- Build strong internal relationships with Partners to establish practical L&D pathways, including pastoral support for the growing number of trainees.
- Collaborate with professional bodies and external training providers to deliver a cohesive and engaging trainee experience.
- Deliver study-focused sessions during the trainee induction.
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Policy Development & Support
- Develop and maintain up-to-date study policies, and make recommendations to the EC L&D Team Lead.
- Ensure the apprenticeship levy is optimised with the EC L&D Team Lead.
- Work with the EC L&D Team Lead to develop the Trainee Development Programme (TDP), including liaising with internal and external speakers.
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Data-Driven Decision-Making
- Support the ED&I team and EC Talent Acquisition team in collecting and analysing data to comply with legislation and towards ED&I goals.
- Work closely with the Head of EDI to align initiatives that promote a fair and equitable experience for all trainees.
- Engage with broad Early Careers (EC) team, People Experience, and fee-earning line managers/Partners for seamless client service.
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Program Coordination & Student Support
- Coordinate all deliverables for the student results day process.
- Assist the Talent Management team with exam resits, providing technical guidance on examination passes.
- -Manage and enhance the L&D student intranet sections.
- Handle trainee qualifications and respond to inquiries from the student population.
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Strategic Fit & Teamwork
- Provide opportunities for cross-departmental projects to ensure a holistic and connected experience across trainees, line managers, and applicants.
Key Requirements
- Professional Qualification & Apprenticeship Expertise: Must have a strong knowledge of qualification and apprenticeship processes within the Early Careers sector.
- Policy & System Development: Experience with analysing policies and creating procedures for technical compliance.
- Data Analysis: Ability to interpret complex data and understand its impact on operations and broader firm goals.
- Relationship & Communication Skills: Ability to build trust, establish strong working collaboration, and influence decision-making.
- Verbal & Written Communication: Adept at engaging with both technical and non-technical team members and stakeholders across levels.
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Reward & Benefits
- Flexible Working: A 35-hour workweek with a hybrid policy, allowing up to three days working from home (core hours: 10am–4pm).
- Benefits Package: Including a contributory pension scheme, 25 paid annual days, life assurance cover, and flexible benefits aligned with family-friendly policies.
- Profit-Sharing: Eligibility for Saffery’s annual Profit-Sharing Plan, paid out in December.
About Saffery LLP
Saffery LLP is a 15th-largest accountancy firm in the UK, with a 165-year heritage, providing market-leading services in accountancy, audit, business advisory, tax, and VAT. Work is defined by personalised relationships, not job titles—focusing on meeting both client and personal needs.
As a member of the global Nexia network, the firm provides local insight with international reach. Industry commitment extends to nurturing a positive, inclusive workplace culture through programmes like Everyone Belongs (ED&I strategy).
Diversity, equity, and inclusion are cornerstones of hiring. Saffery is open to exceptional talent from all backgrounds, celebrating every individual because individual differences enhance collective strength.
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