Head of Learning and Development

Reporting to: People Strategy and Culture Director

Closing date: Friday 3rd October

We’re looking for a forward-thinking and inspiring Head of Learning & Development to lead the charge in building a culture where learning is part of everyday life.

Based in a dynamic, people-first environment, you’ll be a strategic partner to our senior leaders-designing and delivering learning experiences that fuel growth, transformation, and long-term success.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary (let’s talk!)
• Car Allowance
• Private Healthcare
• Hybrid working (3 days per week in our Darlington office)
• Generous discounts: Up to 80% off our beautiful kitchen furniture and products
• Flexible holidays: Buy up to five extra days with our holiday purchase scheme
• Health and wellbeing support: Access our virtual GP service and employee assistance platform 24/7
• Lifestyle perks: Cycle to work scheme and discounts with over 200 top brands through our benefits app
• Refer a friend scheme

What you’ll be doing

This role leads our Talent and Development team across Retail, Supply Chain and Operations. You’ll be at the heart of our learning strategy, leading and helping shape a workplace where people grow, thrive, and succeed.

Your role will involve:

• Partnering with senior leaders to co-create a strategic learning roadmap that supports business goals and future capability needs
• Leading and developing the Talent & Development team-setting direction, coaching for performance, and enabling impact
• Championing a culture of continuous learning, coaching, and professional development across all levels of the business
• Designing and delivering leadership development programmes that build capability and support succession planning
• Using data and insights to evaluate learning impact and inform future strategy
• Driving innovation in learning design, tools, and technologies to keep us ahead of the curve
• Embedding learning into the flow of work-making it relevant, inclusive, and transformational

Who we’re looking for

We’re looking for someone who’s strategic, curious, and ready to make a difference. You’ll thrive in this role if you have:

• Proven experience leading a strategic learning and development function
• A strong track record of partnering with senior stakeholders to deliver business-aligned learning solutions
• Expertise in leadership development, coaching, and organisational capability building
• Excellent facilitation, communication, and influencing skills
• An agile mindset and the ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities
• Experience with digital learning platforms and tools
• A commitment to personal development and staying ahead of industry trends
• Willingness to travel and work flexibly, including occasional overnight stays
• A full UK driving licence

You’ll be successful in this role by living and breathing our core values:

Care – Building strong relationships, fostering collaboration, and supporting the growth of others while continuously developing yourself

Inspire – Communicating with impact, leading with purpose, and helping to bring our strategy to life by engaging and enabling those around you

Deliver – Making sound decisions, using data and insight to drive action, and staying focused on results with a mindset of continuous improvement

Why choose Magnet?

At Magnet, part of the Nobia group, we’re proud of our 100-year heritage—and even more excited about what’s ahead.

As the UK’s leading kitchen specialist and part of Europe’s largest kitchen group, our success is built on the passion and creativity of our people. We’re on a journey of transformation, and we’re always open to fresh ideas. So even if you don’t meet every requirement, we’d still love to hear from you.

Ready to shape the future?

If you’re excited to lead learning that empowers people and drives performance, we’d love to hear from you.