Joining Arup

Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

Arup University is the firm’s centre of excellence and is responsible for our communities of experts and enthusiasts that enables members to develop our skills and capability to better meet the needs of our clients and drive continuous innovation across the firm. We are dedicated to expanding our knowledge, strengthening our collective capabilities, and accelerating our progress towards a sustainable future.

Find out more about Arup University here.

Watch this short clip to discover how Arup are shaping a better world and how you could be a part of it!

 

The Opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Learning & Development specialist to join a passionate team that is striving to shape Arup’s Learning culture and make a lasting impact on organisational development. Working with diverse audiences globally, you will support the design, development and implementation of impactful Learning solutions that empower our members to develop new skills and thrive in their roles. This role will primarily focus on supporting the growth of Arup’s members’ digital skills, as well as supporting other areas of Learning. Digital represents one of the biggest opportunities for our industry that Arup has ever seen, and it will transform the way we work in the built environment. Digital is also an important enabler to achieving our Sustainable Development goals, therefore, a knowledge or passion for topics such as Data, AI, BIM, Software Development or User Research and Design, for example, would be a significant asset.

The successful candidate will also have a strong foundation in Learning and Development practices, with experience in designing and delivering learning across a range of methods. You will have a solid understanding of adult Learning principles and be comfortable working with Learning Management Systems (LMS) to design, organise and track Learning solutions, and corroborate with diverse, global teams. Additionally, the candidate will have a natural curiosity for emerging Learning technologies and trends, and a passion for continuous improvement. As a life-long learner, you are always seeking opportunities to expand your knowledge and bring fresh ideas to the table, ensuring that our programmes remain innovative and effective.

 This role is a 1-year maternity cover and will report directly into the Learning team Lead.

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas.

You will have the opportunity do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve.

Is this role right for you?

We are looking for people who:

Can demonstrate the ability to work across all aspects of the learning cycle (e.g. needs analysis, design & development, delivery, assessment & evaluation) Have advanced stakeholder management, relationship building, and influencing skills, including experience working with geographically dispersed stakeholders Can demonstrate project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, pay close attention to detail, and work collaboratively with others Have experience utilising different learning methodologies and technologies – and an ability to select the most appropriate solution Gave the ability to work with external partners, including academic institutions, consultants, and facilitators. A proactive, detail-oriented mindset that thrives in managing multiple tasks and coordinating events globally. Have a recognised qualification in Adult Education / Workplace Training

 The role is based in our London Office three days a week, and two days working from home.

Not ready to apply just yet, or have a few questions? Contact Thalia Rodriguez at thalia.rodriguez@arup.com, Please note, to ensure we remain GDPR compliant do not send your CV directly to us via this email.

If this role is not quite what you are looking for but you are interested in other opportunities for a future with purpose, please sign up to our Talent Community https://arupwhg.avature.net/talent where you will be kept up to date with roles suitable for you to shape a better world.

What we offer you

At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.

Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.

We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

We also provide Private medical insurance, Life assurance, Accident insurance and Income protection cover. In addition, you’ll have access to flexible benefits to help you look after all aspects of your wellbeing and give you the freedom and flexibility to find the best solutions for you, your family, and your individual needs.

Different people, shared values

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence.

Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup.

We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please contact Simone Haigh at Simone.Haigh@Arup.com to let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application or interview process, and/or to perform the essential functions of the role. We will do everything we can to support you.

Our Application Process

To understand what to expect next, please visit https://www.arup.com/careers/recruitment-process/

Stay safe online – Arup will never ask for your bank details as part of our recruitment process.

Recruitment Agencies - We have a Preferred Supplier List of trusted partners to assist us when required and do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies not on the list.

Closing Date: 20/12/2024