Interim Learning & Development Business Partner

We are looking for an experienced and proactive Interim Learning & Development Business Partner to join our HR team on a 12-month fixed-term contract covering maternity leave. This is a fantastic opportunity for an L&D professional who is passionate about developing people, partnering with leaders and driving learning initiatives that deliver measurable improved performance.

As the Learning & Development Business Partner, you will work closely with managers and stakeholders across the UK & Ireland business to identify capability gaps, design learning solutions and lead the delivery of key development initiatives. You will play a pivotal role in embedding a culture of continuous learning while ensuring our learning platforms and programmes effectively support organisational goals.

Responsibilities

Partner with business leaders and managers to identify learning and development needs and create targeted development plans Design, coordinate and deliver learning programmes that support business objectives, leadership development and employee growth Act as a trusted advisor to managers on learning strategies, talent development and performance improvement initiatives Manage and optimise the use of learning platforms, including Litmos, ensuring a positive user experience and accurate learning records.

Analyse learning data and trends to measure effectiveness, identify opportunities and provide recommendations to stakeholders. Lead and support learning-related projects, including programme launches, system enhancements and change initiatives Collaborate with HR colleagues and external providers to ensure high-quality learning content and delivery Promote a culture of continuous learning and shared best practice across the organisation Maintain learning documentation, processes and governance to ensure consistency and compliance.

Travel regularly to Culligan locations across the UK & Ireland to engage directly with managers and employees and support learning initiatives on-site Take a hands-on approach to identifying capability gaps, recommending solutions and delivering practical interventions tailored to local business needs Requirements High organised, proactive and comfortable managing multiple priorities within a fast-paced agile environment Ability to work independently, use initiative and adapt learning solutions to different audiences and business challenges Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence and build relationships at all levels Experience designing, facilitating and evaluating learning and development programmes at a range of levels Commercially minded with the ability to align learning initiatives to business objectives Confident analysing data, producing reports and measuring learning effectiveness Previous experience in a Learning & Development Development Advisor, Partner or Talent Development Role Experience working with Learning Management Systems, ideally LMS Excellent communication, presentation and facilitation skills CIPD Qualification or equivalent L&D qualification desirable Benefits 25 days holiday + bank holidays Culligan Product discounts Cycle Scheme Online discount/perk platform Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Leave Life Assurance Ongoing Training & Development Employee Assistance Programme Free onsite parking at most sites