Head of Learning and Development

Job Title: Head of L&D – Learning & Development Location: Central London (4 days in office, Wednesdays WFH) Salary: Up to £70,000 (strong profiles above considered) Industry: Recruitment (Perm & Contract) Overview: An established and growing recruitment firm is looking for a commercially driven Sales Trainer to join their L&D function full-time. With new leadership in place and exciting change underway, this role will play a key part in shaping performance across both permanent and contract desks. You'll work closely with a newly appointed Director to re-energize the sales culture, upskill teams, and drive performance through impactful training and coaching. This is a hands-on role — embedded on the sales floor, delivering sessions, and making an immediate difference. Key Responsibilities: Deliver structured and ad-hoc training across permanent and contract recruitment teams Provide floor support, 1:1 call coaching, and real-time feedback Identify performance gaps and create tailored learning solutions Focus on core recruitment skills: closing, job flow, and proactivity Drive accountability using performance data and analytics Support new starters and upskill junior and mid-level consultants Work in close partnership with the Director and senior leadership on business priorities Foster a high-energy, high-performance sales culture About You: Previous experience in recruitment – ideally as a successful biller Proven track record in sales training, ideally within recruitment or sales-led environments Natural motivator with high energy and strong floor presence Able to command respect and build credibility quickly Commercially astute and data-informed in approach Positive, energetic and solutions-focused Strong understanding of both 180 and 360 recruitment models Not HR-focused – this is a pure sales performance L&D role The Offer: Join a business with clear direction and real appetite for change Work closely with a high-impact leadership team 4-day in-office culture with flexibility midweek Autonomy to shape L&D delivery and make a real mark Competitive salary (up to £70k, flexibility for the right person)

Location: London,, GB

Posted Date: 7/14/2025