Learning & Development Coordinator

• Birmingham(Hybrid Working – 2–3 Days in the Office)
• Fixed term
• Human Resources (HR), Learning & Development, Professional Services

About the job

Job Title: Learning & Development Coordinator (12-Month FTC)
Location: Birmingham (Hybrid Working – 2–3 Days in the Office)
Salary: Competitive + Benefits
Contract Type: Full-time, 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract

About the Role

We’re recruiting for a Learning & Development Coordinator to join the People team of a leading law firm on a 12-month maternity cover contract. This is an exciting opportunity to join a close-knit Learning & Development team while gaining valuable exposure to Early Talent initiatives, making it an excellent stepping stone for someone looking to build a long-term career within talent development.

Working closely with the Learning & Development team and the Early Talent Advisor, you'll support a broad range of development programmes, training initiatives, and early careers activities. From coordinating learning events and onboarding programmes to supporting apprentice recruitment and trainee open days, you'll play a key role in delivering an outstanding employee experience.

This role would suit someone with previous Learning & Development or L&D Administration experience, ideally gained within a legal or professional services environment, who enjoys variety, event coordination, and stakeholder engagement.

Key Responsibilities

Learning & Development Coordination

• Coordinate learning and development programmes across the business.
• Organise training sessions, workshops, and development events.
• Support the delivery of induction programmes for new starters.
• Prepare presentations, learning materials, and training resources.
• Manage training communications, bulk emails, and surveys.

Early Talent Support

• Support the Early Talent Advisor with apprenticeship and trainee initiatives.
• Assist with apprentice recruitment, including CV screening and interview panels.
• Coordinate trainee open days and "Come and See the Firm" events.
• Support wider early careers activities and engagement programmes.

Event Planning & Administration

• Coordinate L&D events from planning through to delivery.
• Arrange venues, meeting logistics, and attendee communications.
• Produce attendance reports and post-event feedback.
• Maintain accurate learning records and training documentation.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Build strong relationships with managers and internal stakeholders.
• Respond to L&D and early talent queries across the business.
• Promote learning opportunities and development initiatives.
• Support the continuous improvement of learning programmes.

Candidate Profile

• Previous experience within Learning & Development, L&D Administration, or L&D Coordination.
• Experience gained within legal or professional services is desirable.
• Exposure to Early Talent, apprenticeships, or graduate programmes is advantageous.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience coordinating events, training sessions, or development programmes.
• Confident using Microsoft Office, including PowerPoint and Excel.
• Proactive, enthusiastic, and keen to build a career within Learning & Development.
• Strong attention to detail with a customer-focused approach.

What Our Client Offers

• Hybrid working with 2–3 days per week in the Birmingham office.
• Opportunity to gain exposure across both Learning & Development and Early Talent.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Excellent stepping stone into a long-term Early Talent career pathway.
• Two-stage interview process, with the first stage via Microsoft Teams and the final stage face-to-face.