THE ROLE   

The Digital Learning & Development Manager is responsible for establishing a digital learning & development strategy, evolving the digital learning practice, engagement and implementation  for DLA Piper International. 

The role could be based in Sheffield or Leeds.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work closely with colleagues within L&D, Talent & Performance, D&I (Talent Development) and the wider HR community to identify and influence opportunities to digitalise learning and relevant people information processes

• Work with stakeholders and subject matter experts to translate business needs into compelling, high impact digital learning experiences

• Design, develop and deliver digital learning  

• Act as a centre of digital learning expertise - championing digital learning within the Firm, keeping on top of (and sharing) trends both in terms of new tools and techniques and market intelligence

• Source and manage digital learning providers and technology working closely with procurement to maximise budget utilisation

• Work closely with Learning Operations & Technology to ensure all new content on University Site (LMS) is consistent in terms of quality and standards

• Build and  implement  an engagement plan increasing continuous levels of interest and participation in all areas of digital learning suitable for an international, multi-level and multigenerational audience

• Use learning metrics and feedback to measure impact and improve digital learning products and services; continuously assessing opportunities to improve delivery

SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES

• Experience of designing, developing and embedding high impact solutions to drive business performance and grow capability in an international organisation

• Experience of Learner Management Systems

• Project management capabilities with cross functional experience

• Experience leading complex digital L&D projects

• Experience of being able to identify and translate traditional learning and development approaches into a variety of formats culminating in solely digital or blended learning solutions. 

• Experience of working collaboratively  in a high-touch environment, with some exposure to a professional services sector

• Proven experience of working internationally and delivering through virtual teams.

• Strong level of commercial awareness

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, communicating effectively at all levels within the organization

The job description is not designed to be exhaustive and can be varied, as required to develop, or fulfil, the role of the HR Reporting Specialist.

THE FIRM

DLA Piper is a global law firm with lawyers located in more than 40 countries throughout the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific. Our global reach ensures that we can help businesses with their legal needs anywhere in the world.  We strive to be the leading global business law firm by delivering quality, service excellence and value to our clients and offering  practical and innovative legal solutions to help them succeed. Our clients range from multinational, Global 1000, and Fortune 500 enterprises to emerging companies developing industry-leading technologies, as well as government and public sector bodies.

OUR VALUES

In everything we do connected with our People, our Clients and our Communities, we live by these values:

Be Supportive - we care about others, value diversity and act thoughtfully

Be Collaborative - we give, we share and we join in

Be Bold - we stand tall and challenge ourselves to think big

Be Exceptional - we exceed standards and expectations

DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

At DLA Piper we are working hard to ensure that our talent pool is diverse. For us, diversity isn't just about visible differences, it's the unique blend of talents, skills, experiences and perspectives that makes each of us an individual. 

We know it's crucial to have a culture and environment where those differences are genuinely valued and that's why we strive to be a business where everyone can thrive, develop and succeed based on their talent.  Our aim is to build an inclusive and supportive culture where all our people feel they belong and can achieve their best.

AGILE WORKING 

We recognise that people have responsibilities and interests outside of their career and that as a business, we all benefit from working flexibly.  That's why we are open to discussing with candidates the different ways in which we are able to support requests for agile working arrangements.

PRE-ENGAGEMENT SCREENING 

In the event that we make an offer to you, and where local legislation permits, we may conduct pre-engagement screening checks that may include but are not limited to your professional and academic qualifications, your eligibility to work in the relevant jurisdiction, any criminal records, your financial stability and references from previous employers.