Learning and Development Manager
30AI CAN DO30%moving to60%
THE DOOR, NOWB
THE DOOR, 20 YRSC
STARTING PAY£30,000 - £40,000
RELATIONAL MOATPeople want a real person for this. That preference is the protection.
CAREERMASH (EN)FROM EDUCATION AND TEACHING →
Learning and Development Manager
Learning and Development Managers help people at work get better at their jobs. They plan training courses, run them, and check whether they work. Their job helps companies have skilled staff and keeps employees happy.
This job holds up well against AI
AI cannot yet do much of what this job actually involves, and people want a real person for this. That preference is the protection. That is about as safe as careers get right now, though it is still worth learning to use the tools well.
Career progression path
1FIRST STEPJunior Learning and Development OfficerIn this entry-level role, you will assist in the development and delivery of training programmes, support the assessment of training needs, and help coordinate training logistics.£30,000 - £40,000
2GAINING EXPERIENCELearning and Development ManagerAs a mid-level manager, you will lead training initiatives, manage budgets, and evaluate the impact of training on employee performance.£50,000 - £65,000
3PEAK CAREERHead of Learning and DevelopmentIn this senior role, you will oversee the entire L&D function, develop strategic training plans, and drive organisational change through effective learning solutions.£90,000+
Real apprenticeship standards
Live UK apprenticeship standards that lead into this career, from the Institute for Apprenticeships register.
L5Learning and skills teacher18 months typicalnot published
L3Learning and development practitioner18 months typicalnot published
L5Learning and development consultant business partner18 months typicalnot published
There is more than one way in
You do not have to go the university route to get here. There is also a vocational route that skips a degree entirely.