National Learning And Development Lead

ASX listed swimming school provider, comprising of iconic brands including, Kirby Swim, Carlile Swimming and Aquatic Achievers are industry leaders who positively impact the lives of Australian families. This national business has been on a trajectory of growth, with an unwavering commitment to safeguarding children and delivering thousands of quality swimming lessons across the country per week.A newly created opportunity exists for a seasoned and passionate National Learning and Development Leader, where you can make a significant impact on the growth and success of a leading organisation.About the RoleThis hands-on role will partner closely with the senior leadership teams to design, build and deliver a comprehensive and progressive Learning and Development strategy and framework that successfully meets the business’ objectives. This is an important leadership role that will have overall responsibility for driving continuous improvement in their Learning and Development approach.In this role you will:

• Lead the design, build and implementation of Learning and Development pathways for all roles within the business including technical training, accreditation, regulatory and compliance training, management and leadership development.
• Identify, evaluate, and implement learning technologies, platforms, and tools to support blended learning approaches.
• Ensure the learning & development programs achieve compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards.
• Conduct regular needs assessments and gap analyses to identify learning priorities, collaborating with business managers and leaders, subject matter experts, and external partners, to tailor learning solutions to meet diverse learning needs and preferences.
• Establish KPIs and metrics to assess the effectiveness, impact, and ROI of learning initiatives, and provide regular reporting and insights to senior leadership to inform decision-making and investment in Learning and Development.
• Lead change management efforts related to Learning and Development initiatives, including communication, stakeholder engagement so to ensure successful adoption and integration of new learning practices and technologies.

About YouTo be meet the needs of this role, you will require proven experience as a leader of Learning and Development with a strong track record of successfully leading this function for an organisation. You will be technically proficient in the full cycle of Learning and Development, including defining learning needs through to curriculum development and implementation.You have proven success in translating strategic goals into clear plans and actions. You demonstrate outstanding leadership and influencing, and an ability to engage at all levels of the organisation. You will need to be comfortable with both ‘leading and doing’ and being practical with your approach.Interpersonally you are a passionate Learning and Development professional who drives for excellence, is open to feedback, and confident to make changes where necessary to ensure the success of key objectives. You will have an engaging style and able to build trusting partnerships with excellent leadership and project management skills.You will be required to travel interstate. Experience working in a multi-site service-oriented business is important.About Culture & BenefitsThis is an opportunity to be part of a highly reputable, proud Australian business who has a strong growth and commercial mindset. You will have a key leadership role, instrumental in the overall success of the business through the development and implementation of the organisation’s Learning and Development approach. Through your actions you will impact the lives of thousands of team members, and children we teach each week.This permanent full-time opportunity is located in one of Brisbane’s vibrant inner-city suburbs is offering a competitive remuneration package. For the right candidate this role can also be based in Sydney.About ApplyingPlease follow the prompts on this page.For specific questions about this role, please contact Melissa Forwood at mforwood@thenextstep.com.auReference Number:3788458Date Published:11-Jun-2024Contact Name:Contact Email:Share this jobInterested in this job?Save this jobPrint this jobCREATE ALERTSimilar JobsConsultant Name: Consultant Email: Social AccountsSCHEMA MARKUP ( This text will only show on the editor. )The Next Step embraces individuality and differences in gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background, disability, faith and sexual orientation. We strive to provide a recruitment experience that’s fair, inclusive and accessible. We encourage all suitable applicants to apply for roles. Please speak to our consultants about any accessibility needs to be considered during the recruitment process.Let’s connectSYDNEYTHe Commons, LEVEL 4388 George StreetSydney NSW 2000GADIGAL landMELBOURNELEVEL 1, SUITE 1.02,838 COLLINS STREETDOCKLANDS VIC 3008WURUNDJERI WOI-WURRUNG
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