Learning & Development Assistant

MCL&DA
  • Competitive
  • London
  • Permanent

My client, is a leading Real Estate and Commercial law firm, with offices across the world, who are now looking to hire a Learning & Development Assistant into their wider team.

This is an exciting opportunity for a bright, organised and proactive individual to join a highly regarded HR and Learning & Development function. Working within a collaborative and fast-paced environment, you will play a key role in supporting the delivery of learning initiatives, trainee development programmes and leadership development activities across an international business.

The successful candidate will have previous experience within Learning & Development or HR administration in a professional services environment and will enjoy coordinating multiple projects, building strong stakeholder relationships and delivering an exceptional internal client experience.


As Learning & Development Assistant, you will provide comprehensive administrative and coordination support across a wide range of development programmes and initiatives. Responsibilities will include:


  • Coordinating professional skills training programmes across multiple locations.
  • Supporting trainee, graduate and newly qualified induction programmes.
  • Managing training schedules, invitations, attendance records, evaluations and learning materials.
  • Acting as a key point of contact for trainees, delegates, facilitators and external training providers.
  • Assisting with leadership and management development programmes, including development centres and coaching initiatives.
  • Coordinating venues, travel arrangements and logistics for both virtual and in-person events.
  • Supporting psychometric assessments, feedback processes and learning groups.
  • Maintaining learning records and mandatory training trackers.
  • Assisting with Learning Management System (LMS) administration and user support.
  • Managing professional qualification administration and related documentation.
  • Processing invoices, expenses and budget information whilst maintaining accurate records.
  • Updating internal learning resources and training information on the company intranet.
  • Providing wider HR administrative support as required.


The ideal candidate will possess:

  • 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

Why apply?

  • Hybrid working with a minimum of two days per week in the office.
  • 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
  • Discounted gym membership
  • Holiday buy and sell scheme
  • Health and wellbeing initiatives
  • Employee discounts and lifestyle benefits


This opportunity would suit a professional, enthusiastic and highly organised L&D or HR Administrator who is looking to develop their career within a prestigious international professional services environment.


For further information and a confidential discussion, please get in touch.

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