Learning and Development Generalist

About our group:

The Global Learning, Development, & Performance team is building a world-class talent strategy that aims to maximize our employees’ potential by delivering robust end-to-end talent solutions. Our goal is to create an empowered, agile, innovative workforce to meet the needs of our future workforce.

About the role - you will:

We are seeking a Learning and Development Generalist to design, develop, and deliver Learning, Development and Performance programs that enhance the skills and knowledge of our employees. The successful candidate will be responsible for collaborating with various departments to identify training needs, creating engaging learning experiences, delivering training sessions, and evaluating program effectiveness. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in adult learning principles, instructional design, excellent communication and facilitation skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

You Will:

•    Design innovative talent development solutions including manager, employee and leader development, performance feedback, employee events / engagement, culture and internal communications
      o    Consult with business groups and their HR business partners to understand organizational performance goals, identify skills gaps and recommend customized learning solutions.
      o    Deliver effective, engaging learning and development programs and experiences that delight employees and achieve measurable learning outcomes.
      o    Use instructional design and learning experience to design systematic processes to develop engaging learner experiences.
      o    Recommend, curate and author content, sequence, and use a systems approach to suit situation and learners including face-to-face and virtual instruction, micro-learning, eLearning, podcast, social, print, and video.
      o    Use Seagate’s existing learning and collaboration tools and platforms to develop simple, intuitive, and engaging learner user interfaces and content.
•    Manage programs:
      o    Lead Global Training Programs: Drive the end-to-end rollout of global training initiatives, ensuring they align with the organization's objectives and strategic priorities. Coordinate with international teams to adapt and implement programs across diverse cultural contexts.
      o    Logistics Management: Manage all aspects of program logistics, including scheduling, resource allocation, budgeting, and vendor management. Ensure the seamless execution of training activities, from planning through to implementation and follow-up.
      o    Use data and analytics to understand learner behavior and drive continuous improvement in our learning solutions.
      o    Develop internal marketing written communications and presentations for a wide range of stakeholders to drive increased learning adoption. 
•    Serve as internal Subject Matter Expert regarding talent development best practices as well as current trends and innovative new tools / methods.
•    Keep current on new learning approaches, technologies and tools through research and networking to ensure our solutions are innovative.
•    Program Evaluation: Design and implement robust evaluation mechanisms to assess the effectiveness and impact of learning initiatives. Utilize After Action Reviews (AAR) and other evaluation tools to gather feedback, make informed decisions, and continually refine training strategies based on data-driven insights.
 

About you:

Please note that applicants must have eligibility to take up permanent employment in the UK without the requirement to be sponsored by Seagate.

•    Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
      o    Superior writing skills - able to explain technical concepts in writing to a diverse audience.
      o    Excellent presentation skills - able to present articulately and confidently under all circumstances.
•    Blend of creativity, flexibility, analysis and customer focus
•    Enjoy working in a fast-paced, high-tech global manufacturing company where everyone shares and creates content.
•    Passionate about professional development
•    Creative thinker you enjoy creating sharing innovative ideas. 
•    Fluent in learning technologies and one or more major authoring tools

Your experience includes:

•    Exposure to various aspects of global Talent Development program design and execution
•    Previous project/program management 
•    Successfully managing multiple work streams with multiple clients 
•    Solid understanding and proven application of adult learning principles, practices and procedures of instructional design for digital modalities and user experience design
•    Working in a global environment with diverse and remote team members
•    Designing instruction for classroom and digital delivery, either synchronous or asynchronous, preferably in global technology companies
•    Collaborating with HR professionals and internal stakeholders to design innovative and engaging learning experiences.
•    Facilitating in-person and virtual classroom classes for managers and employees
•    Bachelor’s degree and/or relevant experience

Your Experience May Also Include:

•    Familiarity with agile methodologies and design-thinking practices 
•    Strong analytical skills; familiarity with user research methodologies
•    Familiarity with SAP/SuccessFactors Platform

Qualifications:

•    Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Education, or a related field.
•    3-5 years of experience in learning and development or a similar role.
•    Strong understanding of adult learning principles and instructional design.
•    Excellent presentation and facilitation skills.
•    Understanding of Learning Management Systems (LMS) and e-learning software.
•    Strong project management and organizational skills.
•    Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
•    Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
•    Ability to travel up to 10% of the time.

Preferred Qualifications:

•    Master’s degree in human resources, Education, or a related field.
•    Certification in training and development (e.g., CPLP, CPTM).
•    Experience with virtual training platforms and tools.
•    Experience with video production and editing software.

Working Conditions:

•    Office environment with occasional travel for training sessions or conferences.
•    Ability to work flexible hours as needed.

Please note that you must demonstrate in the application how you meet the criteria for the role as identified above. To facilitate shortlisting, the company reserves the right to apply enhanced criteria.

Completed applications should be submitted no later than midnight on Sunday, 16th March 2025

This is a Full-Time position working 39 hours per week, on-site working.

*Please note that you must be eligible to live and work in the UK without the requirement to be sponsored by Seagate.

Testing may be used as part of the selection process.

At Seagate we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace. To see all vacancies that Seagate has available, please sign up - Register your interest for career updates with our Talent Network and to be considered for future opportunities.

Seagate Technology is committed to equal opportunity in employment and welcomes applications from all sections of the community irrespective of sex, marital status, religious affiliation, age, disability or ethnic origin. The Company specifically welcomes applications from the protestant community who are currently underrepresented in this job category. All applications will be considered strictly on the basis of merit.
 

Location:

Derry/Londonderry, Northern Ireland

Our Springtown site is one of Derry/Londonderry’s largest manufacturers and we’re proud that Seagate is a flexible and inclusive place to work. We have more than 1,400 employees spanning research and development, manufacturing, and many other functions.

Here at work, you can grab breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks at our subsidized on-site cafe.

Looking for an active break from your workday? We’ve got you covered. Take a group or individual exercise class during lunch or after work at our on-site gym. 

Network with your colleagues through the Young Professionals Network, Women’s Leadership Group, the Carers Café (for caregivers of individuals with disabilities), Volunteer in the community with our support! Join our creative network, which includes a choir, foreign language classes and even a cookery class! 

Join our Employee Resource Groups (ERG), a voluntary, employee-led community built on a shared diversity identity and/or an appreciation of that identity, open to ALL current employees at Seagate! 

See list below of many of our Springtown Company Benefits:

    Health – Private Healthcare, for employees and dependents, Company sick pay and medical leave, Occupational healthcare service, Employee assistance programmes, Group income protection and On-site gym/ exercise classes / personal trainer.

    Work Life Balance – Annual leave, Flexible working hours, Part-time working, Enhanced maternity pay, Enhanced paternity pay, Bereavement leave.

    Finance – Pension – employer contributory scheme, Life assurance, Employee stock purchase plan, Competitive base pay, Company bonus scheme, Reward and recognition, Employee savings scheme, Perks at work discount programmes, Employee discount scheme, Pay for civil / jury duty.

    Career – Degree / non degree assistance Externally accredited training and development opportunities, Service awards, LinkedIn learning, Learning & development programmes.
 

Location: Springtown, United Kingdom
Travel: None