Training & Development Manager

Are you a commercially minded professional with a passion for learning, development, and technical training? A leading provider of governance, engineering support, and industry-recognised training programmes across Ireland and the UK is expanding and launching a brand-new Training Academy.

They are seeking a Training & Development Manager to lead growth activity, shape programme delivery, and help drive the commercial success of the Academy across the UK, Ireland, and Europe.

Salary / Benefits

• £35,000 - £40,000 package
• Fuel allowance
• Pension scheme
• Hybrid working model
• Ongoing professional development
• Strong career progression opportunities within a fast-growing organisation

About your next employer

Specialising in Technical Governance, Engineering Support Services, and City & Guilds Assured Technical Training, this organisation operates across critical infrastructure, manufacturing, utilities, data centres, and public sector environments.

They partner with major global organisations to deliver high-quality engineering and technical learning solutions, recognised for strengthening industry standards and workforce capability. With ambitious growth plans and the launch of a dedicated Training Academy, this is a dynamic environment for someone who wants to combine training leadership with commercial impact.

About you

• Proven experience in Training, Business Development, Sales, or Account Management
• Strong track record of generating new business within the training or qualifications sector (B2B)
• Ability to design, influence, or support training and development programmes
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
• Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building capability at senior level
• Self-driven, proactive, and commercially focused mindset
• Full driving licence

Nice to have

• Experience delivering or selling technical training, engineering services, or workforce development solutions
• Background in engineering, utilities, manufacturing, electrical, or technical industries
• Familiarity with data centre, energy, or facilities management sectors

This is a standout opportunity to step into a role where training leadership and commercial growth go hand in hand. If you're a driven professional looking to influence a growing Training Academy and take ownership of both development and sales activity, we'd like to hear from you.

Apply via the link or contact the VANRATH office for a confidential discussion.

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Skills:
Training Commercial New Business Business Development Sales Programme Account Manager

Benefits:
Work From Home Hybrid Fuel Allowance.

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