Senior Learning & Development Specialist

Job description

Iridescent Technology - Zavmo.ai Location: Remote (with global client engagement)
Experience Required: 10+ years
Contract Type: Full-time
Salary ₹22-27 LPA (based on international client experience and track record)
About Zavmo Zavmo, your lifelong learning companion, is an AI-powered learning platform transforming professional development globally.

We work with international enterprise clients including major corporations with multi-million pound payrolls, integrating with their learning management systems to deliver personalised, AI-driven learning experiences aligned to OFQUAL qualifications and National Occupational Standards.
Recently recognised as Top 20 AI Innovation Learning Tools by Training Magazine (2025).
We're not selling courses.

We're partnering with global enterprises to transform their learning ecosystems, helping them maximise apprenticeship levy funding, achieve regulatory compliance, and deliver measurable workforce development outcomes.
The Role We need a seasoned L&D professional who has lived and breathed enterprise learning at global scale.

Someone who understands the complex world of corporate training, LMS platforms, competency frameworks, and the commercial realities of selling learning solutions to international organisations.
You'll be the bridge between our AI technology and enterprise clients - translating business needs into learning strategies, designing programmes that align with regulatory frameworks (OFQUAL, NOS, apprenticeship standards), and ensuring our platform delivers genuine business value for clients across multiple countries.
This isn't an operational training role.

This is strategic L&D consultancy working with C-suite stakeholders, HR directors, and learning leaders at global enterprises to transform how they develop their workforce.
What You'll Do Client Strategy & Consultation:
Partner with enterprise clients (Centrica-scale: £2.8bn payroll, 26,000 employees)
Conduct training needs analysis at organisational and departmental levels
Design learning strategies aligned to business objectives and regulatory requirements
Present to C-suite, HR leadership, and board-level stakeholders
Navigate complex stakeholder environments across multiple countries
Learning Programme Design:
Map learning pathways to OFQUAL qualification frameworks
Align training to National Occupational Standards (NOS)
Design apprenticeship programmes maximising levy funding utilisation
Create competency frameworks and skills matrices
Develop assessment strategies and evidence portfolios
LMS Integration & Deployment:
Advise on LMS integration strategies (Workday Learning, Cornerstone, SAP SuccessFactors, etc.)
Design xAPI/SCORM implementation approaches
Ensure seamless integration with existing learning ecosystems
Guide learning record store (LRS) configuration
Advise on learning analytics and reporting frameworks
Compliance & Standards:
Ensure OFQUAL compliance for regulated qualifications
Map learning to apprenticeship standards and end-point assessments
Work with awarding bodies and assessment organisations
Understand apprenticeship levy funding mechanisms
Navigate UK, European, and international learning regulatory frameworks
Commercial Partnership:
Support sales process with learning expertise
Scope and price learning solutions for enterprise clients
Develop ROI models demonstrating business impact
Create case studies and success stories
Contribute to thought leadership content
Required Experience (10+ Years Minimum) You Must Have:
10+ years in Learning & Development at enterprise scale
Extensive experience working with international/global organisations
Deep knowledge of major LMS platforms (at least 3 of: Workday Learning, Cornerstone OnDemand, SAP SuccessFactors, Oracle Learning Cloud, Degreed, EdCast, Learning Pool, Fuse Universal, or similar)
Proven track record designing learning programmes for organisations with 5,000+ employees
Experience with eLearning standards (SCORM, xAPI, AICC)
Understanding of competency frameworks and skills taxonomies
Familiarity with UK learning frameworks (OFQUAL, NOS, apprenticeship standards) OR equivalent international frameworks
Experience presenting to C-suite and senior leadership
Track record managing complex, multi-stakeholder programmes
International Experience Critical: You've worked with:
Multi-national corporations with operations across 3+ countries
Cross-cultural learning design and delivery
International regulatory and compliance requirements
Global learning technology implementations
Diverse workforce populations and learning needs
Ideally You Also Have:
Experience with apprenticeship levy funding and UK apprenticeship standards
Background in learning technology sales or consultancy
Understanding of AI/ML applications in learning
Experience with learning analytics and data-driven L&D
Certifications (CIPD Level 5/7, ATD Master Trainer, or equivalent)
Previous work with EdTech or learning platform vendors
Consulting or client-facing advisory experience
Technical Knowledge LMS & Learning Platforms:
Enterprise LMS architecture and integration patterns
Single Sign-On (SSO) and authentication protocols
API integration for learning data exchange
Learning Record Store (LRS) implementation
xAPI statement design and reporting
Learning Standards & Frameworks:
OFQUAL qualification frameworks (Levels 1-8)
National Occupational Standards (NOS) structure
Apprenticeship standards and end-point assessments
SFIA (Skills Framework for Information Age) or similar
Competency-based learning models
Compliance & Quality:
Awarding body requirements (Pearson, City & Guilds, CMI, etc.)
End-point assessment organisation (EPAO) processes
Quality assurance frameworks (Ofsted, ISO standards)
GDPR and data protection in learning
Accessibility standards (WCAG 2.1)
What You're Not This role isn't suitable if you:
Primarily deliver training rather than design strategy
Haven't worked with enterprise-scale international organisations
Don't have LMS integration experience
Focus on single-market/single-country learning
Lack experience with regulated qualifications or competency frameworks
Haven't presented to senior leadership or board level
Come from small company or startup L&D backgrounds only
The Zavmo L&D Challenge Example Client Scenario: A global energy company (£2.8bn payroll, 26,000 employees) pays £14m annually in UK apprenticeship levy but uses only 40%.

They have:
My Learning Campus (LMS) with 120,000 courses
Workday for HRIS
Active Directory for SSO
Multiple business units across 5 countries
Regulatory training requirements
Skills gap analysis paralysis
No clear career progression frameworks
Your Mission:
Design apprenticeship strategy utilising £14m levy funding
Map 20+ Level 4 apprenticeships to actual job roles
Integrate Zavmo with My Learning Campus via SSO and xAPI
Create competency frameworks aligned to NOS standards
Design evidence portfolios for end-point assessments
Build training needs analysis process at scale
Present ROI model to board demonstrating workforce impact
Deliver pilot programme with measurable outcomes
Scale across organisation whilst maintaining compliance
You'll Work With:
Zavmo AI agents delivering personalised learning conversations
5,000+ job descriptions mapped to career progression pathways
OFQUAL qualification frameworks and learning outcomes
NOS performance criteria and competency standards
xAPI learning analytics and progress tracking
Client Portfolio You'll work with clients like:
Centrica (British Gas, 26,000 employees) - Energy sector
Healthcare organisations - NHS trusts, private healthcare
Technology companies - Software, IT services, digital transformation
Financial services - Banking, insurance, professional services
Manufacturing - Engineering, production, supply chain
Public sector - Government, education, local authorities
Geographic reach: UK, Europe, Middle East, potentially global expansion.
Why This Role Matters You'll be transforming how global enterprises develop their workforce.

Not delivering generic training courses.

Not ticking compliance boxes.

Real strategic partnership helping organisations:
Maximise millions in apprenticeship levy funding
Build transparent career progression frameworks
Align learning to business strategy
Achieve regulatory compliance (OFQUAL, Ofsted)
Demonstrate measurable ROI on L&D investment
Create cultures of continuous learning
Your expertise will directly impact thousands of learners globally, helping them gain nationally recognised qualifications, progress their careers, and live their ideal life design.
What We Offer Competitive salary: ₹22-27 LPA (based on international client experience and track record)
Performance bonus: 15-20% based on client success metrics
Remote-first culture with global client engagement
Work with cutting-edge AI learning technology
Strategic role shaping enterprise L&D transformation
Autonomy and creative freedom
Portfolio of blue-chip international clients
Thought leadership opportunities (conferences, publications)
What We'll Assess:
Depth and breadth of international enterprise L&D experience
Strategic thinking and consultative approach
Technical knowledge of LMS platforms and learning standards
Track record of measurable business impact
Ability to work with C-suite stakeholders
Understanding of regulatory frameworks and compliance
Quality of Client Experience Matters Most: We care deeply about seeing evidence of strategic L&D work at enterprise scale with international organisations.

Your track record with blue-chip clients and measurable business outcomes will speak louder than certifications.

Required Skill Profession

Business Operations Specialists