Senior Hr Learning and Development Expert

Senior HR Learning & Development Expert

Location: Galway
Contract: 6-Month Assignment
Salary: €75,000 per annum
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Reporting to: Head of Human Resources

Role Purpose

Lead the development and implementation of a strategic Learning & Development Framework that supports organisational objectives, workforce capability, and a culture of continuous learning.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop a Learning & Development Framework and associated policies aligned with organisational strategy and values.
• Work with senior leaders, managers, and employees to identify learning and development needs across the organisation.
• Review current learning practices, organisational priorities, and best practice to inform framework design.
• Establish governance, implementation, reporting, and evaluation processes to support delivery and continuous improvement.
• Produce supporting policies, procedures, guidance materials, templates, and tools for organisation-wide implementation.
• Support organisational development and change initiatives through effective learning and capability-building solutions.

Essential Requirements

• NFQ Level 8 qualification (or equivalent) in HR, Organisational Development, Learning & Development, Education, Business, Psychology, or related discipline.
• Significant senior-level experience in Learning & Development, Organisational Development, HR strategy, stakeholder engagement, and policy development.
• Proven ability to translate business strategy into practical and measurable learning and capability initiatives.
• Strong communication, facilitation, relationship-building, and influencing skills.
• Experience leading strategic projects and delivering outcomes in complex organisational environments.

Desirable

• Postgraduate qualification in a relevant discipline.
• Professional accreditation in HR, Learning & Development, or Organisational Development.
• Recognised coaching qualification.

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