Learning and Development Specialist Full Time A multi‑office professional services organisation is strengthening its Learning & Development function and seeking an experienced L&D Specialist to build structure, consistency and long‑term capability across the business. This role blends strategy, delivery and early‑careers development with hands‑on facilitation across all sites. Key Responsibilities * Lead Early Careers strategy from school engagement through to graduates, apprentices and trainees. * Strengthen attraction pathways: schools, universities, work experience and career fairs. * Own onboarding, induction and career pathway design for a consistent new‑starter experience. * Develop mentoring programmes that boost confidence, engagement and retention. * Manage early‑career progression routes and training contracts. * Deliver high‑quality training across offices with regular on‑site presence. * Introduce soft‑skills development for emerging talent (communication, client interaction, time management). * Embed structured L&D practices and best‑practice processes. Compliance & Standards * Ensure learning, induction and early‑careers programmes meet regulatory and professional standards. * Maintain audit‑ready documentation and quality assurance. * Coordinate mandatory compliance training, including scheduling, enrolment, communications, reminders and completion tracking. Progression Framework * Support competency‑based progression routes and promotion processes across professional grades. Candidate Profile Essential * Broad L&D generalist experience. * Skilled in designing structured learning pathways. * Early‑careers experience. * Confident facilitator with strong stakeholder management. * Familiar with LMS platforms and digital learning. * Comfortable with compliance cycles. * Highly organised and detail‑driven. * L&D, coaching, facilitation or CIPD qualification (or equivalent). Desirable * Professional services background. * Experience in regulated environments. * Awareness of regulatory frameworks and quality standards