Learning and Development Manager

Learning and Development Manager Remote UK/Hybrid Our talented people are creating the technology of the future From scheduling to maintenance to keeping people safe, 2.7 million people are helped by our software daily. Technology makes it possible; people make it happen and you could be part of that. The Tracsis Group has grown rapidly, diversifying into related transport technologies, and successfully executing a strategy that has seen it make a total of seventeen acquisitions. Today Tracsis is a leading provider of software, hardware, data analytics/GIS and services for the rail, traffic data and wider transport industries. The Group has c.550 permanent employees serving its growing customer base from offices in the UK, Ireland and the US. The Role At Tracsis, we believe that learning is a key driver of individual growth, organisational capability and business success. We're looking for a Learning and Development Manager to lead the design, delivery and continuous improvement of our learning and development strategy. This is an exciting opportunity to shape how learning is experienced across the organisation, from career pathways and leadership development to apprenticeships, AI literacy and mandatory training. Working closely with colleagues across the business, you'll help build an inclusive learning culture that supports career progression, future skills and high performance. This role combines strategic thinking with hands-on delivery, making it ideal for someone who enjoys influencing long-term direction while also ensuring great day-to-day execution. What you will do Learning & Development Strategy Develop and deliver a learning and development strategy aligned to business priorities and future workforce needs. Build a culture of continuous learning, knowledge sharing and development. Partner with leaders, managers and subject matter experts to identify capability needs and development opportunities. Learning Management System (LMS) Lead the ongoing development, optimisation and administration of the Learning Management System. Ensure learning records, reporting and dashboards provide meaningful insight into compliance, participation and learning impact. Curate and develop engaging learning content, resources and programmes. Career Pathways & Capability Development Design and embed clear career pathways and development frameworks across the organisation. Support talent development, internal mobility and succession planning initiatives. Create learning solutions that build technical, professional, leadership capability. Leadership & Management Development Design, deliver and evaluate leadership and management development programmes. Use data, feedback and organisational priorities to identify development needs and measure impact. Support managers and leaders in building confidence and capability. Mandatory Training & Compliance Own and manage mandatory training programmes, ensuring compliance with legal, regulatory and internal requirements. Monitor completion rates and work with stakeholders to address gaps. Evaluate effectiveness and continuously improve learning delivery. Early Careers & Apprenticeships Lead Tracsis' early careers strategy, including apprenticeships, graduates, placements and internships. Manage apprenticeship levy planning, utilisation and governance. Partner with managers, Talent Acquisition and external providers to attract, develop and retain emerging talent. Create structured development journeys and support programme participants throughout their learning experience. AI Literacy & Future Skills Support colleagues in developing confidence in the responsible use of AI and emerging technologies. Create or source practical learning resources to encourage safe, effective and ethical adoption of AI tools. Promote trusted ways of working, including critical thinking, human oversight and information security. Continuous Improvement & Data Use learning data, feedback and evaluation to measure effectiveness and identify opportunities for improvement. Develop leading and lagging measures that demonstrate the impact of learning activity across the organisation. Ensure learning programmes remain accessible, inclusive and aligned with organisational values. What We're Looking For We're interested in hearing from people who can demonstrate: Significant experience in Learning and Development within a complex or multi-site organisation. Experience designing and implementing career pathways, development frameworks or capability programmes. Experience managing or administering Learning Management Systems and learning technology. Knowledge of apprenticeships, apprenticeship levy management and early careers programmes. Experience developing leadership and management capability. Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills, with the ability to build effective relationships at all levels. Excellent organisation and project management skills, with the ability to balance multiple priorities. The ability to use data and insight to evaluate effectiveness and drive improvement. Awareness of responsible AI adoption and the role learning plays in supporting organisational change. A CIPD qualification, learning and development qualification, coaching qualification or equivalent experience would be beneficial but is not essential. Why Join Tracsis? This is an opportunity to have a significant impact on how learning and development is delivered across the organisation. You'll play a key role in helping colleagues build skills, progress their careers and prepare for the future, while shaping learning initiatives that support business growth and performance. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive, develop and contribute. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Interested? We'd love to hear how your experience, skills and ideas could help shape the future of learning at Tracsis. Our Values We’re guided by four core values that shape how we work and collaborate: Progression – continually improving and developing Integrity – doing the right thing, always Collaboration – working together to achieve more Ownership – taking responsibility and delivering with accountability Benefits: Flexible working hours to support work-life balance 25 days holiday + bank holidays Competitive salary Udemy Licence for learning and development Bupa Medical Health care Life assurance (3x basic salary) Enhanced Parental Leave 2 volunteering days per year Tusker Car Scheme Cycle to work scheme Next Steps Our TA team are committed to responding to all candidates within a reasonable timeframe. The process: Call with our Talent Acquisition Team Comprehensive CV walkthrough (1 hour)with the Hiring Manager 1 hour Competency based interview Our process is designed for us to understand your skills and experience and to give you the opportunity to find out more about the role, as well as the company. We are committed to building a diverse workforce. Even if you do not tick all the boxes, we would still love to hear from you! If you require any adjustments or additional support during the application and interview process do not hesitate to get in touch.