About This Role
This role offers an exciting opportunity for a bright, organised, and proactive individual to join a highly regarded HR and Learning & Development function within a leading global law firm. The Learning and Development Assistant supports the delivery of learning initiatives, trainee development programmes, and leadership development activities across an international business.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate professional skills training programmes across multiple locations
- Support trainee, graduate, and newly qualified induction programmes
- Manage training schedules, invitations, attendance records, evaluations, and learning materials
- Act as a key point of contact for trainees, delegates, facilitators, and external training providers
- Assist with leadership and management development programmes, including development centres and coaching initiatives
- Coordinate venues, travel arrangements, and logistics for both virtual and in-person events
- Support psychometric assessments, feedback processes, and learning groups
- Maintain learning records and mandatory training trackers
- Assist with Learning Management System (LMS) administration and user support
- Manage professional qualification administration and related documentation
- Process invoices, expenses, and budget information whilst maintaining accurate records
- Update internal learning resources and training information on the company intranet
- Provide wider HR administrative support as required
Requirements
- Degree-level education or equivalent
- Previous Learning & Development, Training, or HR Assistant experience within a professional services environment
- Experience coordinating events, workshops, or training programmes
- Excellent organisational and time-management skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
- The ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- A proactive and adaptable approach with a willingness to take ownership of tasks
- Confidence building relationships with stakeholders at all levels
- Strong Microsoft Office skills and an interest in learning technologies and systems
Benefits
- Exposure to a broad range of international learning and development initiatives
- A supportive and collaborative working culture
- Comprehensive benefits package including:
- Private medical insurance
- Pension scheme
- Dental cover
- Season ticket loan
- Cycle to Work scheme
