Jobs in Knutsford, cheshire, gb

A market-leading UK Group is looking for a confident and organised Graduate Trainee Learning & Development Administrator to join their Head Office team in Knutsford. This is an exciting opportunity to work closely with the Head of Training and Development to help coordinate the company's graduate and training strategies.The business you'll be joining has a proven track record of developing graduate talent. Having been established for well over 200 years, they are a dominant force within the electrical wholesale distribution industry with an excellent brand and reputation for customer service, quality and reliability. With 380+ UK branches serving their local areas, they are a thriving business that offers graduates a fantastic platform to launch their careers.Role ResponsibilitiesThis is an interesting and varied role for someone looking to start their career in a people-focused business environment. Joining the company as a Graduate Trainee Learning & Development Administrator, you will : Learn about the company's culture, structure and industry whilst developing an understanding of their L&D initiatives and training practices Shadow and support the Head of Training & Development in the coordination of training and e-learning across the businessAssist in the coordination of graduate recruitment - working with various recruitment partners and differing approachesSupport the onboarding of graduate hires - preparing contracts and sending out new starter informationWork on multiple projects to develop their Learning Management System - Totara (full training will be provided)Provide day-to-day administrative support and maintain and develop key talent databasesCoordinate internal training events, including week-away residential courses 4x a year (liaising with / booking venues and accommodation, preparing materials, inviting attendees, providing basic technical support during events)Support the Head of Training & Development with periodic production of reports, analysis and other key management informationCollaborate with other business areas, including Marketing, Bids & Tender and Commercial, and provide support to other Heads of departmentsRewardsThe package for this Graduate Trainee Learning & Development Administrator role includes : A starting salary of £30,000 (increasing with experience)Your share of the company's profits in the form of an uncapped bonusPension scheme25 days paid holiday per year plus bank holidaysOn-site canteen serving free lunchesOpportunities to develop key skills and build a successful long-term careerWorking in an exciting and busy head office environment with like-minded individuals in a positive, commercially-focused atmosphereNormal working hours are 8.30am to 5.00pm, Monday to Friday (please note this role is 37.5 hours / week and full-time office-based. However, some flexibility can be offered with the working hours should a slightly earlier or later start / finish be required).RequirementsTo be successful in this role, you should : Be educated to Degree or A-Level standard with excellent written and verbal communication skillsHave a confident and outgoing personality with the ability to work independently and be proactiveEnjoy collaborating with others and have proven experience working within a teamHave strong organisational skills with good attention to detail and accuracyBe confident working with Microsoft Office (inc. Word, Excel and PowerPoint)Have a strong interest in people and the investment in learning and development of individualsHave a Full UK Driving LicenceThink you've got what it takes? Don't miss out - apply today to find out more