Alternatively, Grant Thornton

At Grant Thornton we do things differently - looking to the future, driving ambitious growth and pioneering positive change in our industry. Providing audit, tax and advisory services, we empower clients through strategic insight, curiosity, and genuine partnership. And we empower our people with real opportunity, an inclusive culture and work life balance. A true alternative.

With over 5,000 people in the UK, and a presence in 150 global markets, we're on an ambitious journey, from great to exceptional, and we need the best people to help us achieve our potential. And with that comes the opportunity to help redefine what our industry looks like, and what you want from your career.

Job Description:

We embrace hybrid working, with the expectations of being in the office 1 day per week.
The role also includes travel for approximately 20–30% of your time to Milton Keynes and London, keeping things dynamic and varied.

MORE THAN YOU EXPECTED

Grant Thornton UK LLP is part of a global network of independent audit, tax and advisory firms, made up of some 58,000 people in over 135 countries. We're a team of independent thinkers who put quality, inclusion and integrity first. All around the world we bring a different experience to our clients. A better experience. One that delivers the expertise they need in a way that goes beyond. Personal, proactive, and agile. That's Grant Thornton.

NEW GROUND WON’T BREAK ITSELF.

Every day our teams help people in businesses and communities to do what is right and achieve their goals.

The Learning Solutions team is a growing centre of excellence within Learning Innovation. We design and deliver scalable, high quality learning programmes from digital transformation and development academies to readiness pathways and onboarding—that equip our people with the skills they need now and for the future. By combining thoughtful programme design, strong vendor partnerships, and smart use of learning technologies, we create engaging, inclusive learning experiences that align with business priorities and future skills needs.

We work with stakeholders across the firm to identify‑driven improvement, we collaborate with stakeholders across the firm to identify capability gaps, shape relevant and meaningful solutions, and ensure every programme supports both individual development and organisational performance. This is a team with purpose, momentum, and the opportunity to make a firmwide difference.

We’re happy to talk flexible working and consider reduced hours and job shares, we’ll support you to balance your work and life.

A look into the role

Join us to deliver high‑impact learning programmes that empower people and elevate firmwide capability. You’ll shape cutting‑edge learning experiences, build strong partnerships, optimise our learning technologies, and ensure every programme lands with excellence, engagement, and measurable impact.

As a Learning Solutions Manager within our Learning Innovation team, you will:

• Facilitate and design learning content and manage supporting communities. You’ll be expected to facilitate approximately 20-30% of your time, so will need to be willing to travel (most frequently to London or Milton Keynes).
• Manage relationships with external learning providers and third-party content vendors ‑party content vendors
• Deliver and manage firmwide learning programmes under the strategic direction of the senior manager
• Provide operational support and guidance to internal stakeholders on learning programmes
• Implement and optimise learning technologies (e.g. content platforms, AI tools)
• Monitor usage, engagement, and effectiveness of learning solutions
• Hold accountability for meeting delivery milestones, learner satisfaction and operational efficiency targets

Knowing you’re right for us

Joining us as a Learning Solutions Manager, the minimum criteria you’ll need is:

• Strong understanding of learning design and delivery
• 2-3 years’ experience in a learning role
• Strong presentation, storytelling and engagement skills
• Content delivery and facilitation experience including:
  • Digital/virtual, hybrid and in-person sessions
  • Confidence to facilitate to a senior audience
• Experience in delivery of scalable learning programmes and vendor management to include management of:
  • Delivery milestones
  • Learner engagement
  • Performance indicators and learner satisfaction
  • Programme communications
  • Reporting

It would be great if you also had some of the following skills, but don’t worry if you don’t tick every box, we’ll help you develop along the way.

• Experience in building and maintaining positive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to self-upskill in emerging digital capabilities
• Keen attitude to stay aware of L&D trends and translate them into practical initiatives through our programmes
• Familiarity with LMS functionality, learning content curation, and analytics
• Collaborative mindset with strong communication skills

Knowing we’re right for you

Embracing uniqueness, the culture at Grant Thornton thrives on the contributions of all our people, we never settle for what is easy, we look beyond to deliver the right thing, for everyone.  Building an inclusive culture, where we value difference and respect our colleagues helps our people to perform at the best of their ability and realise their potential.

Our open and accessible culture means you’ll interact with leaders who are interested in you and everything you bring to our firm. The things that set you apart, we value them. That’s why we give you the freedom to bring your whole self to work and pursue your passions inside and outside of work.

Beyond the job 

Life is more than work. The things you do, and the people you’re with outside of work matter, that’s why we’re happy to look at flexible working options for all our roles, and we’ll always do our best to keep your work and life in balance.

The impact you can make here will go far beyond your day job. From secondments, to fundraising for local charities, or investing in entrepreneurs in the developing world, you’ll be giving back to society. It’s that drive to do the right thing that runs through our every move, grounded in our firm’s values – purposefully driven, actively curious and candid but kind.

We’re looking for people who want to contribute, spark fresh ideas and go beyond expectations. People who want to be able to proudly do what’s right, for the firm, our clients, our people and themselves. It’s how it should be.

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