Learning and Development (L&D) Manager

Westfalia Fruit

Learning and Development (L&D) Manager

£70000

Westfalia Fruit, St Leonard's Street, Tonbridge and Malling

  • Full time
  • Temporary
  • Onsite working

Posted 2 weeks ago, 17 May | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

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Full Job Description

  • Design, develop, and deliver engaging training programs to introduce and embed new Cultural & Leadership behaviours across the globe.

  • Partner with business leaders to identify specific leadership development needs.

  • Create and manage a comprehensive learning and development plan for leadership training initiatives.

  • Develop and implement effective training evaluation methods to measure the impact of programs.

  • Maintain and update all learning materials to ensure best practices and compliance.

  • Stay up-to-date on industry trends and best practices in Learning & Development.

  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure seamless program rollout and adoption.

  • Travel may be required.

    Proven experience in designing and delivering impactful learning & development programs.

  • Experience working in a global environment with a diverse workforce.

  • Strong understanding of adult learning principles and methodologies.

  • Excellent communication, presentation, and facilitation skills.

  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

  • Immediately available to start.


  • Desirable
  • Experience in developing leadership training programs.

  • Knowledge of cultural integration best practices.

  • Experience working within the fresh produce industry.

  • A strong understanding of Learning Management Systems (LMS).

    Westfalia Fruit is a leading multinational supplier of fresh fruit and related value added products to global markets. Through our vertically-integrated supply chain we grow, source, ripen, pack, process and market quality avocadoes & fresh produce - 365 days a year & across the globe.


  • With the largest avocado-growing footprint in the world, we are recognised as the leading #avoexperts, and considered as the supplier of choice to both retail & wholesale customers whom we serve from sales offices in the UK, Europe, North America, Latin America & Southern Africa.

    We're looking for a Learning & Development Manager to join our Head Office in Kings Hill Kent on a 6 months fixed term contract

    In this exciting stand-alone role, you'll play a pivotal role in our global integration journey by leading the design and rollout of our new Cultural & Leadership behaviours. You'll also have the opportunity to develop and deliver leadership training programs, fostering a culture of excellence across our international teams.

  • Hybrid working.

  • 23 days holiday, plus bank holidays.

  • State of the art office with fresh fruit, bean-to-cup coffee, freshly squeezed orange juice & avocado ice-cream.

  • Free on-site parking.

  • Sausage roll Thursday & pizza lunch days.