Learning & Development Business Partner - Dolphin Stone Consultancy LTD : Job Details

Learning & Development Business Partner (12-Month Maternity Cover)

About the Role

A leading supplier to the Entertainment industry is seeking a passionate and experienced Learning & Development Business Partner to join the team on a 12-month maternity contract. This is a pivotal role in shaping and driving our learning strategy, with a strong focus on developing our Learning Management System (LMS), managing early careers programmes, and supporting the growth of our next-generation talent.

You’ll be part of a collaborative People & Culture team, supporting line managers, employees, and placement students while helping us build a culture of continuous learning.

Key Responsibilities

• Build strong partnerships with managers to understand learning needs across the business.
• Lead the day-to-day administration, reporting, and optimisation of our LMS platform, supporting the development of staff competencies.
• Provide support to managers and employees with personal development planning.
• Partner with stakeholders to design and deliver effective learning solutions.
• Manage recruitment, onboarding, and development of early careers placements (3–12 month schemes).
• Support onboarding and induction processes for new starters, continuously improving the experience.
• Organise internal and external training logistics and liaise with third-party providers.
• Produce regular L&D reports and insights for senior managers.
• Contribute to People & Culture team initiatives, supporting wider HR projects where needed.

About You

• Proven experience in an L&D Business Partner or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of LMS platforms (e.g., Cornerstone, SuccessFactors).
• Experience managing early careers/graduate/apprenticeship programmes.
• Skilled in onboarding and induction processes.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Strong organisational skills with high attention to detail.
• Ability to analyse data and provide actionable insights.
• Confident with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel (creating and maintaining trackers).

Desirable:

• CIPD qualification (or equivalent).
• Experience in business partnering within a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with apprenticeship frameworks or graduate recruitment processes.

Why Join Us?

• Work with a market-leading business in the Entertainment industry.
• Drive initiatives that shape the future of learning and early careers.
• Join a collaborative, supportive People & Culture team.
• Gain valuable career experience in a high-profile industry.