Learning & Development Officer

Ready for your next career step? Join Our Team at Smurfit Westrock!

We're looking for an enthusiastic and highly organised Learning & Development Officer to join our HR Team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to gain exposure to talent, leadership and early careers initiatives across UKI.

Working closely with the Head of Talent, Learning & Development, HR colleagues, leaders and external partners, you'll play a key role in creating outstanding learning experiences that support the growth and success of our people.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and administer learning and development activities including programme logistics, records, evaluations and reporting.
• Develop engaging communications, learning resources and programme content.
• Take a lead role in ensuring the smooth running of our Pathway Programme, supporting early in career colleagues throughout their development journey.
• Build strong relationships with external learning providers to ensure a high-quality learner experience.
• Continuously look for opportunities to improve processes, systems and learner engagement.

You'll be someone who:

• Has a genuine passion for Learning & Development and helping people realise their potential.
• Demonstrates excellent organisation skills and attention to detail.
• Communicates confidently and professionally with people at all levels.
• Enjoys building relationships and working collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Is proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, PowerPoint and Teams.
• Ideally has experience coordinating projects, events or training

Why Join Us?

This role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience across talent, leadership and development programmes. You'll have the chance to make a visible impact, develop valuable skills in programme design and delivery, and build a strong foundation for a successful career in Learning & Development.

If you're looking for a rewarding development opportunity and are passionate about helping others learn, grow and succeed, we'd love to hear from you.

Smurfit Westrock reserve the right to only shortlist candidates who meet both the Essential and Desirable Criteria.

We are an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their sex; religious or similar philosophical belief; political opinion; race; age; sexual orientation; or, whether they are married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled; or whether they have undergone, are undergoing or intend to undergo gender reassignment.

We practice equality of opportunity in employment and select the best person for the job.