Join Our Team at Stonegate Group – Shaping Future Leaders in Hospitality

Are you ready to lead the charge in evolving learning and development within the UK’s largest pub company? At Stonegate Group, we’re passionate about bringing people together through great pubs, bars, and venues. We’re looking for an inspiring Director of Learning & Development to shape our strategy and empower our teams to thrive.

The Role
As the Director of Learning & Development, you’ll report directly to our HR Director and play a pivotal role in developing talent across the business. With responsibility for a significant budget and a dynamic team of specialists, you’ll design and implement innovative L&D strategies that align with our business goals. From leading leadership training programs to overseeing apprenticeship initiatives, you’ll be at the forefront of fostering professional growth and building future leaders at Stonegate.

Your Key Responsibilities

Lead a large team of L&D professionals, driving excellence across all activities.
Develop and execute group-wide leadership training strategies and career pathways.
Manage our Apprenticeship Levy and core training budgets effectively.
Introduce cutting-edge L&D programs to address evolving skill gaps.
Oversee the annual talent review process and identify opportunities for leadership development.
Collaborate with external partners to deliver accredited training programs.
Present strategic initiatives at board meetings and act as a key advisor on talent development.

About You
You’re an experienced leader with a track record of delivering impactful L&D programs. You have the confidence to influence at the senior leadership level and the expertise to manage complex budgets.

Ideally, you bring:

Significant leadership experience managing L&D professionals in a large-scale, field-based organisation.
Proven success with high-profile training interventions like FranklinCovey or MBTI.
Strong project management, analytical, and communication skills.
A passion for innovation and a commitment to creating a culture of continuous learning.

What We Offer

Competitive salary and benefits package.
Opportunities to innovate and shape the future of our business.
A collaborative and inclusive environment where your voice matters.
The chance to work with industry leaders and create real impact in the hospitality sector.
25 days annual leave
Annual Leave Purchase Scheme
Pension
Vitality Healthcare
Opt in dental insurance programme
Annual bonus scheme
The Stonegate discount card offering discounts across our managed estate
Online benefits portal offering discounts across the High Street and other retailers

At Stonegate Group, we're proud to be the biggest operator of pubs, bars, and late-night venues in the United Kingdom. Our leading brands are diverse and well-known, including names like Slug & Lettuce, Be At One and Popworld. Find out more about a career with Stonegate Group at www.stonegatecareers.co.uk.

If you have a disability as outlined by the Equality Act 2010 and require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process, please let us know in advance so that any support, aids or adaptations can be put in place to assist you. Please contact hrsupport@stonegategroup.co.uk

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