We are now seeking an experienced Leadership and Skills development professional to join our dynamic team on a permanent basis in London. As our Senior Manager for Leadership & Skills Development, you will be accountable for designing and implementing learning strategies to improve the skills and performance of Pentland employees. You will develop and manage a skills development plan that aligns with the strategic goals and objectives of the organisation as well as equipping individuals to perform well in their roles. 

Key Responsibilities

• Assessing the current and future skills needs of the organisation or and identifying any gaps or opportunities for improvement through skills development solutions
• Designing and managing the delivery of effective and engaging learning and development programmes, such as workshops, e-learning, seminars, coaching, mentoring, etc.
• Manage and evolve the company’s LMS so that it meets the needs of the organisation and functional skill requirements.
• Evaluating the impact and outcomes of the skills development programmes, and ensuring they meet the quality standards and expectations of the stakeholders and effectively develop skills across Pentland.
• Managing the skills development budget and resources, ensuring the optimal use of internal and external partners and providers.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders, such as senior management, employees, partners, industry bodies, etc.
• Staying updated with the latest trends and best practices in skills development and ensuring the organisation keeping pace with learning and skill building approaches.

Relevant experience / qualifications

• Leadership and management development content and delivery
• Instructional learning design experience in developing (Face to face courses, E-learning and digital content, Experience of coaching development, collaborative learning design development with senior leaders and key stakeholders)
• Project management experience
• Experience of working in a global, matrix environment

What we Offer

• Competitive Salary + bonus
• Hybrid/Smart working from our new office in Farringdon, London
• Brand and retails perks
• Financial, travel and time out perks
• Wellbeing and D&I commitment 

Who we are

We are Pentland Brands, a global family business that touches the lives of millions through some of the world’s most-loved active and footwear brands. We proudly own Speedo, Berghaus, Canterbury of New Zealand, Endura, Mitre, Ellesse, KangaROOS, and Red or Dead.

Our history is rich and remarkable, filled with stories of family, ambition, and innovation. We lead from the front, creating a legacy of outstanding brands and extraordinary people. We pioneer brands that make life better, that form emotional connections with our consumers, and that keep people on the move.

 Our brands do good, and we are a positive force taking action for people and the planet.

 We celebrate differences and give everyone the freedom to innovate and grow. We believe this is an exceptional place to build brands and careers. We want you to come to work every day excited about what we can achieve together, driven by a clear, single-minded focus on being consumer-centric and relentlessly improving our performance.