Learning and Development Manager

Cura Terrae is seeking a highly self-directed Learning and Development Manager who can build our L&D function from the ground up. This new role is ideal for someone who thrives on autonomy, can create structure where none yet exists, and is motivated by the opportunity to design and deliver an organisation-wide learning strategy that will shape our future.

We are a group of forward-thinking environmental companies united by a mission to make the world better for people and the planet. With significant growth underway, we’re working to establish Cura Terrae as the leading environmental consultancy for talented individuals seeking meaningful, impactful careers.

As our first dedicated L&D professional, you’ll have full ownership of defining, building, and embedding Cura Terrae’s learning strategy. You will work closely with our People Team and senior leaders, taking the lead on developing learning platforms, career pathways, and leadership capability across the business. You’ll also forge partnerships with academic and professional institutions to strengthen apprenticeships, internships, and accredited development programmes.

This role suits someone confident in steering their own direction, spotting opportunities, and proactively driving initiatives from concept to delivery.

• Defining and delivering an organisation-wide Learning and Development strategy and roadmap.
• Implementing and managing a Learning Management System (LMS) and centralising training data for compliance, visibility, and succession planning.
• Scoping, creating and designing leadership and management programmes, future skills training, and talent development frameworks.
• Delivering in-house and online training aligned operational requirements.
• Establishing clear career pathways to support retention and professional growth.
• Building partnerships with universities, professional bodies, and innovation hubs.
• Supporting succession planning and career development initiatives across the organisation.
• Generating insights and reports to inform leadership decisions and track progress.

You’ll be a proactive, hands-on professional with proven experience of shaping and delivering L&D strategies. With strong organisational and project management skills, you’ll have the ability to partner with senior stakeholders, influence effectively, and bring innovation to Cura Terrae’s learning culture.

• Proven experience of defining and implementing organisation-wide L&D strategies.
• Track record of scoping, costing, and delivering L&D projects.
• Successful implementation of an LMS or similar learning platform.
• Designing and delivering both in-person and online training programmes.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing skills.
• Working within multi-site organisations or consultancy/professional services.
• Knowledge of future skills development (digital, AI, leadership).
• Building partnerships with academic or professional institutions.

In addition to offering a competitive salary we also offer a wide-ranging set of employee benefits which include:

• 25 days holiday allowance (rising to 30 days)
• Health Cash Plan (Westfield Health)
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Employee Training and Mentoring Support
• Professional Fee Membership
• Matched fundraising
• Green Car lease salary sacrifice scheme
• Enhanced family friendly benefits

Cura Terrae is a Great Place To Work Certified company! Our culture is driven by our strength in teamwork and professionalism. We promote integrity and treat people with respect. We support each other and embrace diversity to create a place where people from every background can come together and do great things. We invest in our people and support professional development and are committed to supporting our people with their health and wellbeing.

Cura Terrae is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. We provide a supportive friendly working environment, offer competitive salaries, flexible working and we are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer.

If you’re looking for a rewarding career, we’d love to hear from you.

To apply please complete the application HERE. If you require any reasonable adjustments or have any questions, contact the Recruitment team at

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