Learning & Development Project Coordinator

Orion Group are recruiting for a Learning and Development Project Coordinator - Junior on behalf of our Multinational Pharmaceutical Client on an initial 12 month contract based in the Buckinghamshire Area

As Learning and Development Project Coordinator you will be part of the EMEA Capability Development Team. The team is responsible for supporting the company EMEA in building strong functional capabilities for the region. This includes identifying current and future learning needs and developing solutions that are sustainable, anchored and closely linked to the priorities of the business. The goal is to have the right capabilities at the right time and place. The role of Learning and Development Project Coordinator is an exciting opportunity to be part of this journey. To support, coordinate and execute capability development projects and programmes across the company EMEA with specific focus on market access and the HEMAR Academy.

Main activities/tasks
* Responsible for the execution of the HEMAR Academy courses from preparation of delivery, participation in Academy courses (when relevant) to evaluation and follow-up
* Coordinate and drive HEMAR Academy yearly activities, e.g. training needs assessment, budget tracking and invoicing, agreement with vendors and contracting and course plan creation
* Work on continuously improving the effectiveness and quality of the HEMAR Academy
* Participate in the development of new HEMAR Academy courses and programmes as well as drive the continuous improvement of existing ones
* Support and coordinate other programmes outside the HEMAR Academy such as the company Academy and functional leadership development programmes as well as other ongoing projects.

Essential knowledge, skills and attitudes
The successful candidate:
* Has strong project management skills coupled with the ability to effectively engage with stakeholders. Is committed to project delivery standards and timelines
* Is hands-on and motivated by handling day-to-day operational tasks
* Has attention to details and able to challenge and optimise processes
* Able to think in a long-term and strategic perspective
* Is self-motivated, proactive and able to work effectively, independently, according to tight deadlines in an environment where much of the interaction is virtual
* Has strong communication skills
* Fast learner that quickly pick up on new subject matters

Experience
* Proven track record of coordinating complex projects and/or programmes
* A genuine interest in the development of workforce capabilities and in the establishment of a learning culture is a must. Previous experience within learning and development is a strong advantage
* Experience within market access is an advantage

Our role in supporting diversity and inclusion
As an international workforce business, we are committed to sourcing personnel that reflects the diversity and values of our client base but also that of Orion Group. We welcome the wide range of experiences and viewpoints that potential workers bring to our business and our clients, including those based on nationality, gender, culture, educational and professional backgrounds, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, and age differences, job classification and religion. In our inclusive workplace, regardless of your employment status as staff or contract, everyone is assured the right of equitable, fair and respectful treatment.