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Learning and Development Partner (Sales & Performance 12 months FTC)
Job ref: 27686 Category: Support Centre Roles Salary Competitive Location Equity House, Irthlingborough Road, Wellingborough, Contract Type Temporary Hours 38 Closing Date 25 October, 2025 Business Unit Booker Group Share
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Equity House, Irthlingborough Road, Wellingborough, NN8 1LT
About the role
Booker are looking for a Learning & Development partner, who will be responsible for delivering learning for our sales teams; partnering key stakeholders, with a sales and performance coaching focus on excellent delivery of the core People Development & sales growth agenda, cultivating and reinforcing Booker as A Place to Get On and a Great Place to Work.
Main Responsibilities
Developing and implementing relevant behavioural and sales skill development programmes to support the People PlanDelivering agreed experiential sales training to our sales teams, focusing on skill development and application of learning to drive high-performanceCoaching our sales teams to understand self-led learning techniques and performance self-assessment (utilising robust performance metrics) to drive autonomous and high-performing colleagues/teamsWorking with key stakeholders to drive sales growth through agreed and sustainable learning interventionsWorking with the learning team to build relevant content for the sales academy – from new colleague to established and high-performing individualsUnlocking high performance and capability, enabling and supporting a coaching/ learning culture where our teams are able to deliver our core purpose and delight our customersCreating blended learning interventions, that are aligned with business objectives and having a strong understanding of what these areWorking with key stakeholders to support succession planning and career development, delivering a strong talent pipeline to meet current and future needsReviewing key cultural and capability needs to ensure interventions support appropriately Managing communication and engagement of stakeholders to ensure they are well informed on our People Development and Capability PlanEnsuring talent and career development interventions are designed, delivered and promoted inclusivelyBeing informed on People policies, experienced and curious about the business and industries we operate inUsing technology to collaborate on shared accountabilities, leading the way into a digital workplace.Following our Business Code of Conduct and always acting with integrity and due diligence You will need
Supporting a culture of continuous improvement to drive high-performing individuals/teams Learning & development design & delivery for technical & behavioural skills Consulting and Partnering Designing and executing project plans Commercial Know How Exceptional communication & stakeholder management Advanced Performance Coaching skillsAble to take learning theories and translate into practical/applicable solutions Experience of developing, delivering learning utilising various approaches classroom, virtual, e-learning Psychometric profiling accreditation/understanding (ideally Insights) Understanding of the business/commercial awareness Proven experience delivering and designing sales training, soft skills & behavioural development interventions Building credible stakeholder relationships What's in it for you
At Booker, along with being a great place to work and giving you an opportunity to get on in your career, we also offer the following fantastic package of benefits:
A Booker colleague card with 10% off purchases at Booker and double discount events up to three times a year.After 3 months service, a Tesco colleague discount card with 10% increasing to 15% off most purchases at Tesco for a 4 day period after every four-weekly pay day, ie. thirteen times a year. In addition to 10% off at Tesco Cafe and 20% off all F&F purchases.10% off pay monthly & SIM only deals with Tesco Mobile for yourself, along with further great deals through-out the year.Up to 30% off car, pet and home insurance at Tesco bank. Terms and conditions apply.Free eye test when you spend £50 or more. You can also save 30% when you spend £50 or more on glasses, prescription sunglasses and contact lenses.50% off health checks at Tesco Pharmacy.Exclusive access to discounted RAC breakdown cover ratesAn exclusive deals and discounts website saving you money on everyday purchases including a cycle to work scheme.After 3 months service, you can join our annual Save As You Earn share scheme which allows you to buy Tesco shares in the future at a discount.Retirement savings plan (pension) - save up to 5% and Booker will match your contribution.Life Assurance - You are covered for death in service life cover of up to three times annual payHealth and Wellbeing support and resources including our 24/7, confidential Employee Assistance Programme and Virtual GP for you and your family.A great holiday package