Learning & Development Advisor (FTC)

Frontier Economics is an economics consultancy that tackles the big questions facing governments, businesses and society. We help our clients to analyse and understand their markets and to formulate strategies based on sound economics. The methods and models we use are often complex, but our advice is always succinct, clear and honest.

The company has grown rapidly since it was founded almost 27 years ago and currently has around 500 staff working across nine European offices (Amsterdam, Berlin, Brussels, Cologne, Dublin, London, Madrid, Paris and Prague). The company is employee-owned and has a strong culture of openness and employee engagement.

The People team is responsible for attracting, developing and retaining our people, supporting their careers and ensuring Frontier has the talent, skills and environment needed to succeed.

Working collaboratively across our European offices, the team brings together six key functions: Recruitment and Onboarding, HR Business Partnering, HR Operations, Learning and Development, Reward, and Scheduling.

Job Description

This is a 14 month fixed term contract.

Frontier's Learning and Development (L&D) Advisor plays an important role in supporting the development of our people and delivering engaging, high-quality learning experiences across the firm.

The key areas of responsibility are:

L&D Programme Coordination and Administration

• Coordinate the planning, scheduling and day-to-day administration of Frontier's core L&D programmes, working closely with the L&D Lead to ensure their successful delivery throughout the year.

• Manage training logistics, including participant registrations, communications, venues, lunches, materials, attendance records and follow-up activities.

• Liaise with internal subject matter experts, external facilitators and other stakeholders to coordinate training sessions and ensure a positive learning experience for participants.

• Act as a key point of contact for colleagues regarding training programmes, responding to queries and supporting participation in learning activities.

Learning & Development Support

• Support colleagues with their learning and career development enquiries, working with the L&D Lead to identify and coordinate appropriate development opportunities and interventions.

• Collaborate with the L&D Lead, internal subject matter experts and external facilitators to develop and improve engaging learning experiences, including workshops, e-learning and other learning materials.

• Contribute to the delivery and facilitation of learning activities, including Frontier's firmwide induction programme and selected training workshops.

• Gather and review participant feedback to identify opportunities to improve the quality and effectiveness of our learning programmes.

Learning Systems, Data and Reporting

• Maintain and administer Frontier's learning management system, ensuring training information, learning records and participation data are accurate and up to date.

• Produce regular L&D reports and metrics, including training attendance, participation, completion and evaluation data.

• Identify opportunities to improve L&D systems, processes and reporting, including through the use of technology and AI.

L&D Communications and Stakeholder Engagement

• Develop clear, engaging communications to promote learning opportunities, programmes and development initiatives across Frontier.

• Build effective working relationships with colleagues across our European offices, internal subject matter experts, external training providers and the wider People team.

• Support the launch of new learning initiatives, ensuring colleagues have the information and guidance they need to participate.

L&D Projects and Continuous Improvement

• Support the L&D Lead in delivering wider L&D projects and initiatives, taking ownership of agreed activities and ensuring they are delivered effectively and on time.

• Contribute ideas to improve the efficiency, accessibility and effectiveness of Frontier's learning and development offering.

• Keep up to date with emerging L&D practices, technologies and approaches, identifying opportunities to enhance how we support learning and development across the firm.

Essential Requirements

• Excellent organisational and coordination skills, with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple activities, logistics and deadlines simultaneously.

• A proactive and reliable approach, with the ability to anticipate what needs to be done, follow through on actions and ensure nothing falls through the cracks.

• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with the confidence to work collaboratively with colleagues, suppliers and stakeholders.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and professionally.

• Confidence using digital tools and systems, with enthusiasm for learning, experimenting with and actively using AI to improve ways of working.

• A positive, adaptable and solutions-focused approach, with a genuine interest in supporting people's learning and development.

At Frontier, we use AI to help our Business Management Teams work more efficiently and provide high-quality support across the business. You will be expected and supported to use generative AI tools where they can improve processes, communication and the use of information, while applying your own professional judgement and expertise. You will remain responsible for the quality and accuracy of your work, including reviewing AI-generated content carefully and using it as a helpful starting point rather than relying on it without review.

At Frontier Economics, we are entirely employee-owned, meaning every team member has a voice in shaping the company’s future. Our collaborative culture encourages innovation, open dialogue, and shared success. Our stimulating and thought-provoking projects are complemented by a supportive and dynamic work environment, designed to help you thrive and grow. We also offer:

• Hybrid Working: Employees are expected to work in the office at least two days a week, with flexibility for remote work.
• Holiday Entitlement: 28 days of annual leave, plus public holidays, with the option to purchase up to 10 additional days of holiday per year.
• Parental Pay: Enhanced pay of 26 weeks full pay for primary carers and 10 weeks full pay for partners.
• Learning & Development: Extensive L&D opportunities, including Career Development Reviews with support from a dedicated Mentor.
• Private Health Insurance: Bupa health insurance with optional family coverage (taxes paid by the employees and add on for partners & children at an additional cost). Additional cover (e.g., optical, dental) can be added at the employee's expense.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – Free, confidential support for work-life balance, health, family issues, or job-related challenges, available for you and your immediate family members.
• Income Protection Insurance – All employees are covered by Frontier’s Group Income Protection Scheme for long-term illness or disability.
• Life Insurance – Company-funded Group Life Assurance Scheme, covering all permanent employees from their start date.
• Cross-Office Travel & Secondments – Opportunities for secondments to different offices or practices to expand skills and experience

If you have any questions or would like any additional information please email recruitment@frontier-economics.com.

We are looking forward to receiving your application!

Frontier Economics is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, age, or any other status protected by law. We are determined that everyone has an equal chance to join us and progress their career with Frontier. We care about creating an inclusive atmosphere and are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in all its forms. Read more about our incentives here.

Welcome

Thank you for taking the time to apply for a role at Frontier Economics. You can keep track of your application and any tasks to complete in this portal and please reach out to recruitment@frontier-economics.com if you need any assistance.

About Us

We’re an economic consultancy with a difference – founded in 1999, owned entirely by our staff and now home to over 500 people across Europe. For the last 25 years we’ve been tackling some of the biggest questions facing business and society. Our work is thought provoking, enables change and has a real world impact.