We are recruiting for a Learning and Development Advisor to join our Learning and Development team at Wickes.
We are on a mission to create a continuous learning culture that enables our people to build their future with pride and our business to help the nation to feel house proud. This is an exciting time to be part of establishing a standalone Learning and Development function within the Wickes HR team. This is an entry level Learning and Development role working alongside the L&D team to manage our L&D System and support L&D programme administration to ensure that all of our colleagues have a great learning experience. In addition to this, we would be looking for the role holder to develop the skills needed to support with Insights training across the business, deliver soft skills training and have the opportunity to learn basic e-learning design.
Reporting into the Senior L&D Manager, the L&D Advisor will be responsible for the following;
What can we offer you?
You’ll be supported with fantastic learning and development and have the opportunity to grow and develop your career with us
We’ll also equip you with a benefits package that includes
- Competitive bonus
- Save-as-you-earn scheme
- Contributory pension scheme
- Colleague discount
- Discount platform including savings and cash back at numerous retailers, savings on gym membership, cycle to work scheme
Our widely recognised wellbeing strategy is something we’re proud of at Wickes. As part of this, we offer a range of health and wellbeing benefits and support, including an Employee Assistance Programme, financial education & loans, and access to parental, menopause and fertility support.
We have recently re-opened our Support Centre in Watford, where our HR team are based, along with our other support functions. We recognise the value of bringing our teams together to collaborate, support each other and build on our amazing culture. We are also encouraging our teams to work flexibly, with a blend of remote / office working.
About Us:
Wickes is a multi-channel retailer operating in the home improvement market. With 40 years in industry, Wickes now generates revenue in excess of £1.3Bn across 230 stores delivered by 8,000+ colleagues.
But it is the Wickes’ culture that is considered its best kept secret; it’s a collaborative, down to earth, fun and inclusive environment where people feel part of a winning team. All our colleagues come from different backgrounds, but what we all have in common is a determination to succeed and a passion for being the best we can be. If that sounds like you, we’ll make you feel right at home.
