Learning And Development Specialist

About ZURU

ZURU is dedicated to driving innovation and transformative change across multiple sectors through automation and groundbreaking ideas. Comprising distinct divisions like ZURU Toys, ZURU Tech, and ZURU Edge, the company is well-known globally with a workforce exceeding 5000 employees from more than 30 countries. Esteemed brands like Bunch O Balloons, Mini Brands, and MONDAY Haircare are among its portfolio.

Role Purpose

This newly created position provides a unique opportunity to develop and manage ZURU's inaugural structured training program from the ground up. The role involves partnering closely with the International People & Culture Director to ensure smooth implementation and ongoing operation.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the complete training calendar encompassing scheduling, invitations, room and technology arrangements, and session facilitation when required.
• Collaborate with internal experts and external speakers to source, brief, and coordinate training sessions aligned to their expertise.
• Maintain a centralized repository for all training materials and session recordings, ensuring easy access and continuous improvement.
• Establish a regular content review process to keep training material up to date and relevant.
• Leverage automation and AI techniques to reduce administrative tasks such as scheduling, reminders, attendance tracking, and content management.
• Track and report attendance, engagement, and impact metrics to relevant stakeholders to guide enhancements.
• Ensure all learning content within ZURU Academy is the definitive, leader-reviewed resource.
• Embed ZURU's cultural values, including radical candour, into every aspect of training coordination and delivery.

Skills and Experience

• Proven expertise in managing diverse and busy programs with multiple stakeholders across countries and time zones.
• Strong interpersonal skills to engage internal leaders and external trainers effectively and maintain positive working relationships.
• Enthusiastic about utilizing AI for automation to optimize administrative efficiency.
• Familiarity with Learning Management Systems and digital content platforms, able to facilitate straightforward sessions when necessary.
• Detail-oriented with a pragmatic and proactive approach to task completion.
• Alignment with ZURU's innovative mindset, ready to challenge conventional corporate training norms.
• A passion for creating novel learning initiatives and driving growth through change.

Life at ZURU

ZURU fosters a culture of high performance, collaboration, and continual improvement, offering a dynamic environment for career growth surrounded by talented professionals. Employees benefit from competitive pay, global opportunities, health benefits, and a motivating workplace filled with perks like fresh fruit, coffee, and social spaces.