Learning Business Partner

Job Description

The Learning Business Partner I is responsible for supporting the development and implementation of learning and development initiatives that align with business goals. They work closely with business units to identify training needs, coordinate training programs, and evaluate their effectiveness. They also assist in the creation of learning materials and provide support to employees throughout the learning process.

Key Responsibilities

1. Partnering with Heads of Function to identify key strategic development needs
2. Translating business strategy into an annual learning plan for execution
3. Communicating to business - learning requirements/opportunities that will enable strategic objectives delivery
4. Articulating business learning & development requirements and identifying suitable solutions with internal L&D Team to align to business needs
5. Conducting a needs assessment of current business learning and development offering and identifying gaps
6. Facilitating collaboration and brainstorming sessions with the internal L&D team
7. Ensuring relevant Strategic Business Partners are kept informed of all initiatives
8. Attending and participating in key business meetings for the pro-active identification of learning & development opportunities e.g. Attend Monthly Operations and Merch/Marketing Meetings
9. Partnering with the Strategic People Advisors and HR Learning Business Partners on prioritizing development of learning for delivery to ensure it aligns to the priorities of the business
10. Project managing key Learning and Development initiatives that require multiple functions’ input
11. Utilising learning data to draw insights and report back on:
1. Learning Initiative development and delivery sequence + timing
2. Training spend
3. Skills scorecard
4. Participation, completion, etc.
12. Prepare monthly management reporting packs

Qualifications And Experience

1. L&D, HR or Business-Related Degree
2. Relevant post-graduate qualification advantageous
3. Minimum 8 years of Business Partnering and L&D experience
4. Effective project management, the ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously
5. Excellent understanding of relevant skills development legislations
6. Good understanding of SETA processes and initiatives (Advantageous)
7. Excellent understanding of L&D methodologies and principles

Skills

1. Review & Reporting: Ability to assess, analyse, and report on business processes, performance metrics, and outcomes to inform decision-making.
2. Managing Change: Proven experience in leading and supporting change initiatives, ensuring smooth transitions and organisational alignment.
3. Business Case Contribution: Skilled in contributing to the development of business cases by providing data-driven insights and recommendations.
4. Business Process Modeling (BPM): Proficient in mapping, analysing, and improving business processes for operational efficiency and effectiveness.
5. Enterprise Readiness Assessment: Assessing organisational readiness for new initiatives, ensuring systems, people, and processes are prepared for change.
6. Gap Analysis: Identifying gaps in performance, processes, or systems and providing learning solutions to bridge those gaps effectively.
7. Human Resources Systems & Tools: Experience with HR software and tools, streamlining HR operations, and optimizing employee experience.
8. Presentation Creation: Proficient in creating clear, impactful presentations tailored to diverse audiences, ensuring key messages are communicated effectively.
9. Spreadsheet Expertise: Advanced knowledge of spreadsheets for data analysis, reporting, and process optimisation.
10. Employee Relations: Knowledge in employee relations, ensuring that learning supports a positive work environment.
11. Learning Solutions Development: Designing and developing learning programs and solutions to support employee growth and organisational goals.

Behaviours

1. Applies market and business insights to drive organisational objectives
2. Effectively works with others to achieve shared goals
3. Creates an environment that fosters and nurtures a culture of creativity which drives success
4. Thinks and plans strategically, focusing on the long-term goals and objectives of the organisation
5. Develops plans and prioritises initiatives that align to the organisational goals and objectives
6. Understands and navigates dynamics created by processes, systems, and people
7. Assesses and improves the efficiency, effectiveness, and quality of various work processes
8. Quickly adapts and acquires new knowledge, skills, and competencies in a rapidly changing environment
9. Interprets and simplifies complex and contradictory information when resolving organisational problems
10. Takes accountability and ensures others are held to account on agreed upon performance targets
11. Sets ambitious goals and takes focused action to achieve desired outcomes to deliver measurable results

About Us

Who we are is because of our people. They are our greatest asset. TFG is an internationally diversified retail portfolio of 34 speciality lifestyle and apparel brands that Inspire our Customers to live their Best Lives and are woven into the lives of millions. Our vision is to create the most remarkable omnichannel experiences for our customers. TFG is more than a workplace, it's a launchpad for your growth. Join us and explore endless growth opportunities across our diverse brands. We’re a purpose-led business, and on this team, you’ll share the pride of making an impact across a whole industry.

We’re the designers, the makers, the shakers and the teams behind the scenes. Are you with us?

About The Team

The human resources team strive to create the best experience for all employees throughout the organisation, focusing on people and culture. This team is responsible for talent acquisition, on-boarding, performance management, development, career progression, employee relations and remuneration.