The pathway
How you actually get there, here
How you become one varies far more by country than what one does. This is the UK route. Most people take one of these ways in; the right one depends on where you're starting from.
- 1
Regional Training Manager (L5)
3-5 years in roleSkills to master
- Mastering regional budget management, leading a team of trainers, successfully implementing regional training strategies, and reporting on business impact to regional leadership.
You're ready to move on when
- Consistently exceeding regional training KPIs and demonstrating clear ROI.
- Successfully developed and promoted multiple trainers from their team.
- Proven ability to influence regional business leaders and secure buy-in for initiatives.
- Effectively managed complex training rollouts across multiple sites.
- 2
Head of Global Learning Technology (L5)
3-5 years in roleSkills to master
- Deep expertise in learning technology architecture, successful implementation of enterprise-wide learning platforms, managing large vendor relationships, and driving innovation in learning tech.
You're ready to move on when
- Successfully led the selection and implementation of a major LMS or LXP.
- Demonstrated ability to integrate diverse learning technologies into a cohesive ecosystem.
- Proven track record of driving user adoption and engagement with learning platforms.
- Strong understanding of data analytics and reporting from learning systems.
- 3
Director of Customer Operations (L6 - Lateral Move)
N/A (lateral)Skills to master
- Deepening operational excellence, understanding workforce management, process optimisation, and direct P&L responsibility for a large operational unit. This is a big shift, but your enablement background is a huge asset.
You're ready to move on when
- Exceptional understanding of customer service operational metrics and drivers.
- Proven ability to influence and partner with operational leaders.
- Strong leadership skills and experience managing large, diverse teams.
- A desire to move into a broader operational leadership role.