Director of Learning and Development

At Adalvo, we're not just a company - we're a team of passionate people driven by our mission to consistently deliver high-quality products and services to our partners. We are positive, we are fast, we are always on target, we are Adalvo! 🎯 🚀We are looking for an enthusiastic Director of Learning and Development experience to join our dynamic Adalvo team. This position offers an opportunity to well-suited candidates to join a growing, fast paced energetic environment and culture.ROLE PURPOSE:The Director, Learning & Development, will define and deliver Adalvo’s global learning strategy, building the capabilities required to support business growth, leadership effectiveness and a high-performance culture.This is an end-to-end, hands-on role with ownership of the full learning lifecycle: diagnosing needs, setting priorities, designing curricula and learning materials, facilitating internal programs, managing external partners and measuring impact. The role will create a scalable learning ecosystem that combines practical in-house development, digital learning and targeted external expertise.Working closely with leaders, subject-matter experts and HR, the role will ensure learning is business-led, relevant and embedded in day-to-day ways of working. Previous experience in the pharmaceutical or life sciences sector is strongly preferred. This role reports to the CHRO.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:Learning strategy & governance Define and execute Adalvo’s global L&D strategy, roadmap and annual priorities, aligned with objectives.Establish a clear learning governance model, curriculum architecture and global training calendar.Partner with leaders and HR to identify future capability requirements, critical skill gaps and development priorities.Own the L&D budget, supplier strategy, standards and reporting, ensuring investment remains focused and commercially relevant.Full learning lifecycle Lead the complete learning cycle from needs analysis and program design through delivery, evaluation and continuous improvement.Design practical learning solutions for leadership, management, functional, interpersonal and business skills.Create professional training materials, facilitator guides, participant workbooks, toolkits, templates, e-learning content and communications.Build blended learning journeys combining workshops, digital modules, peer learning, coaching, on-the-job application and reinforcement.Internal facilitation & capability building Personally facilitate engaging internal workshops, leadership programmes and team interventions for employees and managers.Build a network of internal subject-matter experts and trainers, providing facilitation tools, standards and support.Coach leaders and managers to strengthen team capability and translate development plans into action.Promote a culture of continuous learning, ownership, knowledge sharing and practical application.Digital learning & LinkedIn Learning Develop and implement Adalvo’s LinkedIn Learning strategy, covering licences, adoption and governance.Create role-based and capability-based digital learning collections aligned with business priorities and individual development needs.Drive engagement through targeted communications, manager activation and integration with broader talent processes.Monitor participation, completion, learner feedback and application, using insights to improve content and return on investment.External partnerships Source, assess and manage external training providers, coaches, facilitators, and specialist consultants.Negotiate scope, commercial terms and service expectations, ensuring quality, consistency and measurable value.Monitor relevant learning practices, technologies, introducing solutions that fit Adalvo’s needs.Talent Management & Development Design and own Adalvo’s end-to-end talent management cycle, including talent reviews, performance assessment, succession planning, talent segmentation and development planning, ensuring a consistent global approach.Lead talent analysis and translate insights into action, identifying talent and capability gaps, succession risks, high-potential talent, retention priorities and development needs, and providing leaders and HR with clear, data-driven recommendations.Connect talent outcomes with L&D, translating talent reviews, succession and performance insights into targeted development plans, leadership programs, career development journeys and learning solutions that build the capabilities required for future business needs.QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE Bachelor’s or Master’s degree, Organisational Psychology, Learning.Significant progressive experience leading L&D, ideally within pharmaceutical, life sciences or another highly regulated international environment.Proven experience owning the full L&D lifecycle and translating business needs into a practical, scalable learning strategy.Strong instructional design capability and hands-on experience developing high-quality training materials and blended learning solutions.Confident facilitator with experience delivering training to employees, managers and senior leaders.Experience building digital learning strategies and driving adoption of platforms such as LinkedIn Learning and learning management systems.Proven ability to select, negotiate with and manage external learning partners and coaches.Strong project management, stakeholder management and communication skills across global functions and cultures.Commercial and analytical mindset, with experience managing budgets and demonstrating learning impact.Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on design and delivery in a fast-moving, entrepreneurial organisation.Fluent English. Additional languages are an advantage.CORE COMPETENCIES ● Strategic and commercially minded● Hands-on and delivery focused● Engaging facilitator and communicator● Creative learning designer● Collaborative and credible partner● Data-driven and impact oriented● Agile, self-driven and practical● Comfortable in an entrepreneurial environmentWhy join us?🎯 Exciting Challenges: Every day brings new opportunities to learn and grow.🎯 Supportive Environment: We foster a culture of collaboration, where your ideas are valued, and your voice is heard.🎯Career Development: We're committed to helping you reach your full potential through ongoing training and development opportunities.🎯Recognizing Excellence: We recognize and appreciate hard work and dedication by offering competitive compensation packages and employee rewards programs that acknowledge contributions and achievements.🎯Fun and Inclusive Culture: We believe in celebrating our successes and building strong connections within our team.Ready to Ignite Your Passion?If you're ready to take the next step in your career and join a business committed to consistently deliver high-quality products and services, then we want to hear from you! Send us your resume today!Please be informed that only selected candidates will be contacted.