Learning & Development Partner - Retail

Hello there! Are you passionate about developing people and helping them reach their full potential? Do you have a strong background in retail and a knack for creating engaging training programs? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as a Learning & Development Partner at JD Sports! In this role, you will have the chance to use your skills and expertise to shape the learning and development strategy for our retail division. We are looking for a highly motivated and results-driven individual with a minimum of 5 years of experience in L&D and a deep understanding of the retail industry. If you are a dynamic and creative professional with a passion for supporting the growth of others, we would love to hear from you!

1. Develop and implement a comprehensive learning and development strategy for the retail division of JD Sports.
2. Create engaging and effective training programs that align with the company's goals and objectives.
3. Conduct needs assessments to identify learning and development gaps and address them with targeted solutions.
4. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the training programs are relevant and current.
5. Continuously evaluate and improve the effectiveness of training programs through feedback and metrics.
6. Keep up-to-date with industry trends and best practices in retail and learning and development.
7. Mentor and coach employees at all levels to support their growth and development.
8. Partner with HR and management to identify high-potential employees and create individualized development plans.
9. Support the onboarding process for new hires by providing training and resources.
10. Identify and recommend external training and development opportunities for employees.
11. Develop and maintain relationships with external vendors and training providers.
12. Manage the learning and development budget and ensure resources are used effectively.
13. Serve as a subject matter expert on learning and development for the retail division.
14. Analyze and report on the impact of learning and development initiatives on employee performance and business results.
15. Foster a culture of continuous learning and development within the organization.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Learning & Development Partner - Retail in Chicago, IL, USA is $60,000 - $85,000 per year. This range can vary depending on factors such as experience, level of responsibility, and company size. Some larger retail companies may offer higher salaries for this role, while smaller companies may offer lower salaries. Additionally, bonuses and other benefits may also be included in the overall compensation package.

JD Sports Fashion plc, more commonly known as JD Sports, JD or JD Group is a British sports-fashion retail company based in Bury, Greater Manchester, England. It is listed on the London Stock Exchange and is a constituent of the FTSE 100 Index. Pentland Group owns 55% of the company.