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Learning and Development Coordinator
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Job Title: Learning & Development Coordinator (12-Month FTC)
Location: Birmingham (Hybrid Working – 2–3 Days in the Office)
Salary: Competitive + Benefits
Contract Type: Full-time, 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract
About the Role:
We’re recruiting for a Learning & Development Coordinator to join the People team of a leading law firm on a 12-month maternity cover contract. This is an exciting opportunity to join a close-knit Learning & Development team while gaining valuable exposure to Early Talent initiatives, making it an excellent stepping stone for someone looking to build a long-term career within talent development.
Working closely with the Learning & Development team and the Early Talent Advisor, you'll support a broad range of development programmes, training initiatives and early careers activities. From coordinating learning events and onboarding programmes to supporting apprentice recruitment and trainee open days, you'll play a key role in delivering an outstanding employee experience.
This role would suit someone with previous Learning & Development or L&D Administration experience, ideally gained within a legal or professional services environment, who enjoys variety, event coordination and stakeholder engagement.
Key Responsibilities:
Learning & Development Coordination
- Coordinate learning and development programmes across the business
- Organise training sessions, workshops and development events
- Support the delivery of induction programmes for new starters
- Prepare presentations, learning materials and training resources
- Manage training communications, bulk emails and surveys
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Early Talent Support
- Support the Early Talent Advisor with apprenticeship and trainee initiatives
- Assist with apprentice recruitment, including CV screening and interview panels
- Coordinate trainee open days and "Come and See the Firm" events
- Support wider early careers activities and engagement programmes
Event Planning & Administration
- Coordinate L&D events from planning through to delivery
- Arrange venues, meeting logistics and attendee communications
- Produce attendance reports and post-event feedback
- Maintain accurate learning records and training documentation
Stakeholder Engagement
- Build strong relationships with managers and internal stakeholders
- Respond to L&D and early talent queries across the business
- Promote learning opportunities and development initiatives
- Support the continuous improvement of learning programmes
Candidate Profile:
- Previous experience within Learning & Development, L&D Administration or L&D Coordination
- Experience gained within legal or professional services is desirable
- Exposure to Early Talent, apprenticeships or graduate programmes is advantageous
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
- Experience coordinating events, training sessions or development programmes
- Confident using Microsoft Office, including PowerPoint and Excel
- Proactive, enthusiastic and keen to build a career within Learning & Development
- Strong attention to detail with a customer-focused approach
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What Our Client Offers:
- Hybrid working (2–3 days per week in the Birmingham office)
- Opportunity to gain exposure across both Learning & Development and Early Talent
- Supportive, collaborative team environment
- Excellent stepping stone into a long-term Early Talent career pathway
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Two-stage interview process:
- First stage via Microsoft Teams
- Final stage face-to-face
How to Apply:
If you're an L&D professional looking to broaden your experience across Learning & Development and Early Talent within a leading professional services environment, we'd love to hear from you.
About Us:
We are a recruitment agency specialising in HR, Learning & Development, Early Talent and professional services appointments across the UK. We partner with leading organisations to connect talented professionals with opportunities that offer genuine career progression and long-term development.
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