Learning and Development Manager

Learning & Development Officer

Location: Belfast - AFBI Headquarters, Newforge Lane
Pay: £37,694 per annum
Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday (Flexi available)
Contract: Permanent

The Agri-Food and Biosciences Institute (AFBI) is currently recruiting for a Learning & Development Officer to join the People & Culture team within the Finance and Corporate Affairs Division.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping employee development, supporting organisational growth, and driving a high-performance culture within a leading scientific organisation.

The Role

You will lead the delivery of AFBI's Learning & Development (L&D) programme, ensuring staff are equipped with the skills and knowledge required to support organisational objectives.

Working closely with senior management, you will identify skills gaps, design development initiatives, and promote a strong learning culture across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the organisation-wide Learning & Development programme
• Identify staff development needs and deliver data-driven training solutions
• Oversee onboarding and induction learning programmes
• Ensure compliance with mandatory training and regulatory requirements
• Design and deliver in-house training and coordinate external learning providers
• Provide advice and guidance to managers on development and people policies
• Support staff engagement, wellbeing, and organisational culture initiatives
• Produce reports and insights on learning, engagement, and development metrics
• Support and develop junior team members

Essential Criteria

• Level 5 qualification (or above) and 2 years' HR experience with a strong L&D focus

OR

• Minimum 5 years' HR experience with a strong L&D focus and working towards CIPD

AND

• Experience designing and delivering successful L&D programmes
• Experience building strong relationships with stakeholders, including senior management
• Strong data analysis skills, including proficiency in Excel

Benefits

• Competitive salary (£37,694 - £38,990)
• Flexible working and hybrid options
• 37 Days annual (including public holidays)
• Excellent professional development opportunities
• Access to a comprehensive employee benefits package
• Opportunity to work within a leading scientific research organisation

Additional Information

To be shortlisted for this role all applicants MUST meet the essential criteria. Please note that these roles may be filled quickly but your CV will be kept on file for future similar roles. As there are so many applications, unsuccessful candidates may not be contacted.

Successful candidates may need to apply for an Access NI Certificate with Staffline regardless if you already have a valid certificate.

How to Apply

If you are interested and available for this position please upload your CV to the link or contact Hannah Fitzsimons for further information - [email protected]