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
Senior Learning Systems Administrator
3-5 years in a senior admin roleSkills to master
- Deep platform configuration, advanced troubleshooting, basic data integration, vendor support management, initial project leadership.
You're ready to move on when
- You're the go-to person for complex system issues on your current team.
- You've successfully led a few smaller system enhancement projects end-to-end.
- You're already mentoring junior team members and helping them solve problems.
- You're proactively identifying system improvements, not just reacting to issues.
- 2
Learning Technology Specialist (from a different company)
5-8 years in a similar specialist role elsewhereSkills to master
- Transferable skills in LMS/LXP administration, data integration, project management, and vendor relations, adapting to our specific tech stack.
You're ready to move on when
- You've managed multiple enterprise learning platforms in previous roles.
- You have a strong track record of leading technical projects and delivering results.
- You're comfortable with complex data integrations and troubleshooting.
- You can quickly learn new systems and adapt to different organisational contexts.
- 3
HRIS Analyst with Learning Module Specialisation
6-10 years in HRIS with a focus on learning/talent modulesSkills to master
- Deep understanding of HR data structures, data governance, system integration (especially HRIS to LMS), and business requirements gathering.
You're ready to move on when
- You've been responsible for the learning module within a major HRIS (e.g., Workday Learning, SuccessFactors Learning).
- You're an expert in managing data flows and troubleshooting integration issues between HR and learning systems.
- You're comfortable writing detailed technical specifications and working with developers.
- You understand the impact of HR data on learning experiences.