Learning & Development Manager

About the role

LEAP is seeking a Learning & Development Manager to own and execute the company’s learning agenda. Reporting to the Chief People Officer, you will set strategy, build a roadmap and deliver programs that embed core capabilities, develop managers, and unify learning across the organisation.

Key responsibilities

• Define a 12‑month L&D strategy aligned with business priorities and drive it from planning to delivery.
• Embed LEAP’s Core Capabilities into programs, manager development and everyday people practices.
• Design, launch and facilitate a Manager Development Program, coaching leaders to embed learning.
• Lead the implementation, continuous improvement and reporting of a single Learning Management System.
• Integrate product training, compliance and onboarding into a unified L&D function.
• Partner with People & Culture, executives, internal experts and external providers to deliver scalable solutions.
• Measure participation and effectiveness, using data to optimise investment.
• Manage the L&D budget, delivering creative, cost‑effective programs.

Required profile

• Proven L&D leadership experience, preferably in fast‑growing tech or professional services.
• Bias for action – able to move quickly, make decisions with imperfect information and iterate.
• Strong ability to translate strategy into clear execution plans and keep momentum.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of building business cases and influencing executives.
• Ownership mindset – accountable for outcomes, proactive stakeholder updates and risk identification.

Required skills

• Adult learning principles and instructional design expertise.
• Hands‑on experience implementing or managing a Learning Management System (LMS).
• Facilitation and coaching skills for diverse audiences, from new starters to senior leaders.
• Knowledge of leadership diagnostics such as Human Synergistics (LSI), The Leadership Circle or DiSC.

What we offer

• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
• Paid wellbeing day, free gym membership, corporate dental plan and weekly office massages.
• Catered lunch and breakfast, fully stocked kitchen and on‑site barista.
• Access to LEAP Home program to support home purchase.
• Opportunities for career growth within a global LegalTech leader.