Learning and Development Advisor
Contract: Fixed term 12 months
Location: GMFRS Fire Service Headquarters, Swinton and GMCA Tootal Buildings, Manchester city centre
Interviews: 29 & 30 July 2026
About the role:
The Learning and Development Advisor is an exciting opportunity to support the design, development, implementation and evaluation of learning and development across the Greater Manchester Combined Authority.
You will help coordinate the delivery of the Training Needs Analysis, support learning and professional development policies and procedures, and contribute to the design and implementation of learning solutions that build skills and capability across the organisation.
Working closely with colleagues, managers and partners, you will also support the effective use of learning systems, learner records and digital platforms, helping to ensure a positive and well-organised learning experience for staff.
About you:
We are looking for someone with experience of delivering excellent customer service and providing accurate, high-quality administrative support. You will be confident using digital platforms, working to deadlines, managing changing priorities and handling confidential information appropriately.
You will be well organised, flexible and proactive, with strong communication skills and the ability to build effective relationships with a wide range of colleagues, managers and stakeholders. Experience of supporting projects, coordinating activities and working in a fast-paced environment would also be valuable.
For more information about the requirements of the role, please see the role profile.
About us:
As an employer, the Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) is made up of a number of key Greater Manchester strategic functions and service providers including; Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS); Waste and Resources; Environment; Work and Skills; Research; Public Sector Reform; Police, Crime and Criminal Justice; Homelessness; the Greater Manchester Ageing Hub and the Commissioning Hub.
We value the diversity of our employees, and aim to recruit a workforce which reflects our diverse communities across Greater Manchester. We encourage applications from all suitably qualified individuals, irrespective of people's age, disability, Trans status and Non-binary identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation. We have guidance in place to ensure that all applicants are treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process, including the consideration of reasonable adjustments for people who have a disability.
To find out more about working for us please click here: https://www.greatermanchester-ca.gov.uk/
Our offer:
In return for your hard work, we offer our employees a competitive package as part of our offer that you can find out more about here:
Greater Manchester Combined Authority - Home | greater.jobs
Mandatory Information:
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
We embrace AI to enhance our operations and to innovate our services. However, we value human talent and are looking for passionate individuals to join our organisation. Please ensure you personally complete your application and read all the instructions carefully to maximise your chances of success.
Applications that rely too heavily on AI may be rejected during shortlisting, however we understand that AI may be used as a reasonable adjustment, if using AI to support your application, please give a brief explanation why to help ensure fair selection process.
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Employees on the redeployment register will be given priority for any vacancies in the first instance. If employees are identified as a match from the register then the vacancy may be withdrawn or put on hold pending an outcome.
For this opportunity, you must be able to prove you have the right to work in the UK - if in doubt please visit the following link Employers' right to work checklist - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk). Please note we are not a licenced sponsor.
Hybrid working
This role is part of GMCA's hybrid working scheme. As part of our commitment to 'Build Back Fairer' in Greater Manchester following the Covid-19 pandemic, we have evolved our management methods by trusting and empowering staff to deliver their work in the best way that suits the business and their individual needs, and supports health and wellbeing. Our hybrid working policy sets out a flexible approach, combining attendance at our [Manchester city centre office / Fire and Rescue service HQ in Swinton / other location] with remote working, typically from home; the location of work is primarily dictated by the needs of the business: 'Do what is right for you and the business on that day'. If appointed to the role you will work with your manager to agree and regularly review the best working pattern for you, your team and your work.
Contract: Fixed term 12 months
Location: GMFRS Fire Service Headquarters, Swinton and GMCA Tootal Buildings, Manchester city centre
Interviews: 29 & 30 July 2026
About the role:
The Learning and Development Advisor is an exciting opportunity to support the design, development, implementation and evaluation of learning and development across the Greater Manchester Combined Authority.
You will help coordinate the delivery of the Training Needs Analysis, support learning and professional development policies and procedures, and contribute to the design and implementation of learning solutions that build skills and capability across the organisation.
Working closely with colleagues, managers and partners, you will also support the effective use of learning systems, learner records and digital platforms, helping to ensure a positive and well-organised learning experience for staff.
About you:
We are looking for someone with experience of delivering excellent customer service and providing accurate, high-quality administrative support. You will be confident using digital platforms, working to deadlines, managing changing priorities and handling confidential information appropriately.
You will be well organised, flexible and proactive, with strong communication skills and the ability to build effective relationships with a wide range of colleagues, managers and stakeholders. Experience of supporting projects, coordinating activities and working in a fast-paced environment would also be valuable.
For more information about the requirements of the role, please see the role profile.
About us:
As an employer, the Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) is made up of a number of key Greater Manchester strategic functions and service providers including; Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS); Waste and Resources; Environment; Work and Skills; Research; Public Sector Reform; Police, Crime and Criminal Justice; Homelessness; the Greater Manchester Ageing Hub and the Commissioning Hub.
We value the diversity of our employees, and aim to recruit a workforce which reflects our diverse communities across Greater Manchester. We encourage applications from all suitably qualified individuals, irrespective of people's age, disability, Trans status and Non-binary identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation. We have guidance in place to ensure that all applicants are treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process, including the consideration of reasonable adjustments for people who have a disability.
To find out more about working for us please click here: https://www.greatermanchester-ca.gov.uk/
Our offer:
In return for your hard work, we offer our employees a competitive package as part of our offer that you can find out more about here:
Greater Manchester Combined Authority - Home | greater.jobs
Mandatory Information:
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
We embrace AI to enhance our operations and to innovate our services. However, we value human talent and are looking for passionate individuals to join our organisation. Please ensure you personally complete your application and read all the instructions carefully to maximise your chances of success.
Applications that rely too heavily on AI may be rejected during shortlisting, however we understand that AI may be used as a reasonable adjustment, if using AI to support your application, please give a brief explanation why to help ensure fair selection process.
Privacy Notice (Click here)
Employees on the redeployment register will be given priority for any vacancies in the first instance. If employees are identified as a match from the register then the vacancy may be withdrawn or put on hold pending an outcome.
For this opportunity, you must be able to prove you have the right to work in the UK - if in doubt please visit the following link Employers' right to work checklist - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk). Please note we are not a licenced sponsor.
Hybrid working
This role is part of GMCA's hybrid working scheme. As part of our commitment to 'Build Back Fairer' in Greater Manchester following the Covid-19 pandemic, we have evolved our management methods by trusting and empowering staff to deliver their work in the best way that suits the business and their individual needs, and supports health and wellbeing. Our hybrid working policy sets out a flexible approach, combining attendance at our [Manchester city centre office / Fire and Rescue service HQ in Swinton / other location] with remote working, typically from home; the location of work is primarily dictated by the needs of the business: 'Do what is right for you and the business on that day'. If appointed to the role you will work with your manager to agree and regularly review the best working pattern for you, your team and your work.