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About this Senior Learning & Development Specialist role at ICON plc

ICON plc · Onsite · Regional Great Britain (Northern Ireland)
Senior Learning & Development Specialist

At ICON Strategic Solutions, you will work in a sponsor-dedicated model, supported by ICON’s global expertise.


As the world’s largest FSP organisation, with over 90 sponsor partnerships, we offer stability, career development and a collaborative environment where your work contributes to the development of treatments that benefit patients worldwide.


As a Senior Learning & Development Specialist at ICON, you will be integral in shaping and deliver impactful learning and development programs that drive employee growth and organizational success.


What You Will Do:

You will take ownership of learning and organisational development deliverables, applying your expertise to complex challenges.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Designing, developing, and implementing effective learning and development programs that meet organizational needs and support employee growth.
  • Conducting thorough needs assessments and collaborating with department leaders to identify skill gaps and create targeted learning solutions.
  • Facilitating engaging training sessions and workshops, both in-person and online, to enhance employee skills and foster a culture of continuous learning.
  • Evaluating the impact and effectiveness of learning programs through assessments, feedback, and performance metrics, and making recommendations for improvements.
  • Staying abreast of industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies in learning and development to ensure programs remain relevant and innovative.
  • Providing coaching and support to managers and employees, guiding them on learning opportunities and career development paths.

Your Profile:

You will have a strong foundation in learning and organisational development, with the experience to work independently and guide others.

Required qualifications and experience:

  • Degree in Human Resources, Education, Organizational Development, or a related field; advanced certifications in learning and development or instructional design are beneficial.
  • Significant experience in designing and delivering learning and development programs, with a strong track record of creating impactful training solutions.
  • Proven ability to conduct needs assessments, develop training materials, and facilitate engaging learning experiences.
  • Excellent analytical skills, with experience in evaluating program effectiveness and utilizing data to drive improvements.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders and inspire a culture of learning.
  • Willingness to travel as required (approximately 50%)

Employment with ICON is contingent upon having the legal right to work in the country where the role is based.


Rewards & Benefits

ICON offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and career development.


Benefits may include:

  • Competitive base salary and performance related incentives
  • Health and wellbeing programmes including medical, dental, and vision coverage where applicable
  • Retirement and pension plans
  • Life assurance and disability coverage
  • Employee assistance programmes and wellbeing resources
  • Learning and development opportunities through structured training and career pathways

Benefits may vary depending on role and location.


Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers.


Inclusion and Accessibility

ICON is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported.


If you require reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know or submit a request here.


Are you a current ICON Employee? Please click here to apply

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About ICON plc

ICON is an award-winning workplace that enables you to make a difference to patients’ lives by being part of a world-class clinical research organisation that helps deliver new medicines & medical devices that are benefitting patients worldwide. You are also part of a diverse company that cares about our world and is dedicated to conducting business more sustainably and supporting the communities in which we live. If you’re as driven as we are, join us. You’ll be working in a great environment, with some of the brightest and the friendliest people in the sector, and you’ll be helping shape an industry.

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