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United Kingdom · Learning and development · Entry Level (0-2 years)

Talent Development Coordinator

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  • Experience bandEntry Level (0-2 years)
  • Direct reportsNo direct reports
  • Reports toTalent Development Specialist
  • UK framework levelUsually someone starting out, or keeping a process running

Also advertised as Learning & Development Assistant · L&D Administrator · People Development Coordinator

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1From this job to a course

The qualifications matched to this job

SFJ Awards Level 3 Certificate In Learning and Development SFJ Awards · Level 3 · covers 4 of 10 standards
Focus Awards Level 3 Diploma in Playwork (RQF) Focus Awards Limited · Level 3 · covers 2 of 10 standards
IAO Level 3 Diploma For the Children and Young People's Workforce Innovate Awarding · Level 3 · covers 1 of 10 standards
City & Guilds Level 3 Diploma in Specialist Support for Teaching and Learning in Schools City & Guilds Limited · Level 3 · covers 1 of 10 standards
TQUK Level 3 Diploma in Specialist Support for Teaching and Learning in Schools (RQF) Training Qualifications UK Ltd · Level 3 · covers 1 of 10 standards
Focus Awards Level 3 Diploma for the Children and Young People's Workforce (RQF) Focus Awards Limited · Level 3 · covers 1 of 10 standards

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The units you would start with

Identify individual learning and development needs SFJ Awards Level 3 Certificate In Learning and Development
Provide learning opportunities for colleagues Focus Awards Level 3 Diploma in Playwork (RQF)
Support young people to develop, implement and review a plan of action IAO Level 3 Diploma For the Children and Young People's Workforce
Support learning and development within own area of responsibility TQUK Level 3 Diploma in Specialist Support for Teaching and Learning in Schools (RQF)
Facilitate learning and development activities to meet individual needs and preferences Focus Awards Level 3 Diploma for the Children and Young People's Workforce (RQF)
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5 units that map to this job, from the qualifications that cover it.

  1. Identify individual learning and development needs SFJ Awards · covers 4 of 10 standards Level 3
  2. Provide learning opportunities for colleagues Focus Awards Limited · covers 2 of 10 standards Level 3
  3. Support young people to develop, implement and review a plan of action Innovate Awarding · covers 1 of 10 standards Level 3
  4. Support learning and development within own area of responsibility Training Qualifications UK Ltd · covers 1 of 10 standards Level 3
  5. Facilitate learning and development activities to meet individual needs and preferences Focus Awards Limited · covers 1 of 10 standards Level 3
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2AI and this work

Will AI change your work as a Talent Development Coordinator?

Nobody can say exactly how. Here is what this job is being asked for next, and where to start.

The new skill this role is being asked for

  • Digital Facilitation & Engagement
Why each one is rising

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What happens when you start

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3What this role really is

A talent development coordinator keeps leadership and development programmes running smoothly, from bookings to participant queries. It is a foundational role that shows how a busy development function works day to day.

4What you'd actually use

The tools this job runs on, and how well you'd need to know each one.

Degreed / Cornerstone OnDemand (LMS/LXP) Basic

Enrolling participants into courses, tracking their completion status, pulling standard reports on who's done what, and managing basic course logistics.

Hogan Assessments / Korn Ferry 360 (Assessment Tools) Basic

Administering assessments by sending out links, tracking completion, generating individual reports for debriefs, and coordinating feedback sessions.

Workday HCM / SAP SuccessFactors (HRIS) Intermediate

Pulling reports on employee demographics, job titles, and performance ratings to help identify who should be invited to which programmes.

Tableau / Power BI (Data Visualisation) Basic

Interpreting pre-built dashboards to understand programme attendance or feedback trends, and exporting data for simple analysis in Excel.

Miro / MURAL (Digital Whiteboarding) Intermediate

Participating in and contributing to digital whiteboarding sessions during virtual workshops, helping to organise content or capture ideas.

Articulate 360 (Rise, Storyline) (E-Learning Authoring) Basic

Making simple text or image edits to existing Rise courses, ensuring content is up-to-date and accurate.

Microsoft Office 365 / Google Workspace Advanced

Daily use of Outlook/Gmail for emails, Word/Docs for programme notes, Excel/Sheets for tracking data, and PowerPoint/Slides for presentations.

5What you get to decide, and how that grows

Power in a job isn't your title. It's what you're allowed to decide. Here's how it grows as you move up.

The choiceComing in Where you are nowThe step above
Programme Scheduling You'll propose initial schedule options based on availability and known constraints; your manager will make the final approval. N/A N/A
Vendor Selection (e.g., for catering or a new small supplier) You'll research options, gather quotes, and present them; your manager will make the final choice and approve spend. N/A N/A
Resolving Participant Issues You'll handle basic 'where's the link' or 'how do I log in' questions. Anything beyond that, like a complaint or a complex technical issue, you'll escalate immediately to your manager. N/A N/A
Programme Material Changes You'll make minor text/image edits to existing materials under direct guidance. Any significant content changes require manager review and approval. N/A N/A

6How you'll be judged

The scoreboard, and what is not on it. The hard targets, how often each is actually looked at, and the quiet signals that never reach a dashboard.

Programme Attendance Rate
The percentage of invited participants who actually show up to our development programmes.
Target · 90%+ per programme

If we invited 20 leaders to the 'Leading Through Change' workshop and 19 attended, that's a 95% attendance rate. Your comms and logistics play a big part here.

Feedback Survey Completion Rate
The proportion of participants who complete our post-programme feedback surveys.
Target · 80%+ per programme

For a programme with 25 attendees, if 20 fill out the survey, that's 80%. This shows your follow-up and clear instructions are working.

Logistics Accuracy
The number of errors or issues related to programme logistics (e.g., wrong room, missing materials, tech failures you could have prevented).
Target · Less than 2 errors per 10 programmes

Over the last quarter, you supported 15 programmes and we had zero issues with catering, room bookings, or pre-reads. That's top-notch.

LMS Data Accuracy & Timeliness
How accurately and quickly participant enrolment, completion, and assessment data is entered and updated in our Learning Management System (LMS).
Target · 98% accuracy; all data updated within 24 hours of programme completion

All 30 participants from the 'Coaching Skills' module had their completion status updated in Degreed by Tuesday morning, and all names were spelled correctly – no errors found.

Participant Experience & Support
How participants perceive the level of support and organisation for their learning journey.
  • You'll see unsolicited positive comments in feedback surveys about 'smooth logistics' or 'helpful coordinator.' Participants will thank you directly for quick responses to their queries. Fewer complaints about administrative issues, naturally.
Team Collaboration & Proactiveness
How well you work with the rest of the L&D team and anticipate their needs.
  • Senior team members will often say things like 'you made my life easier today' or 'thanks for thinking of that.' You'll offer help before being asked, spotting gaps and filling them.
Vendor Relationship Effectiveness
The quality of your interactions and coordination with external training providers and vendors.
  • Vendors will confirm clear instructions, timely communication, and smooth payment processes. They'll enjoy working with us, which makes future collaborations easier.

7Would you like it

Both sides. What people enjoy, and what grinds them down.

What people enjoy
Making a Difference Behind the Scenes

You'll get a real buzz from knowing your organisational skills and diligent support enable others to learn and grow without a hitch. Seeing a programme run perfectly because of your efforts is a big win.

When a leader thanks you for making their learning experience so smooth, or when a colleague says 'I couldn't have done it without you,' that's what drives you.

Learning and Growing

You're genuinely keen to understand how L&D works, how programmes are designed, and to pick up new skills in areas like learning technology or data reporting. You're always asking 'how does this work?' or 'what's next?'

You'll actively seek out opportunities to learn more about our LMS, ask questions during programme debriefs, or volunteer for tasks that stretch your knowledge.

Being Part of a Supportive Team

You value working with colleagues who help each other out, share knowledge, and celebrate successes together. A collaborative environment where you feel supported is really important to you.

You'll enjoy team meetings, actively contribute to shared goals, and be the first to offer a hand when a colleague is swamped.

What frustrates people
  • Last-minute changes to schedules or participant lists without much notice.
  • Dealing with difficult or demanding participants who expect instant solutions.
  • Technical issues during live sessions that aren't your fault but you're expected to help fix.
  • Having to chase people for information or approvals repeatedly.
What this role does not give you
  • You won't be designing the overall L&D strategy or leading big workshops from day one. This role is firmly about execution and support, building your foundational knowledge.
  • You won't have direct reports or significant budget authority yet.
  • If you're looking for a role with minimal administrative tasks, this isn't it. Admin is a core component.

8Who you work with

This role directly supports the smooth operation and effectiveness of our entire talent development offering. You're making sure that the investment we make in our people actually translates into tangible learning experiences. Get it right, and you help build a culture of continuous learning; get it wrong, and you can inadvertently create barriers to development.

Inside the business
  • Programme participants (our leaders and high-potential employees)
  • L&D team colleagues (Specialists, Partners, Managers)
  • HR Business Partners (HRBPs)
  • IT Support (for tech issues in sessions)
  • Facilities Team (for room bookings and catering)
Outside the business
  • External training providers and facilitators
  • Assessment vendors (e.g., Hogan, Korn Ferry)
  • Venue providers (if we use external spaces)

9What you need before you start

Not a wish list. The things you would be expected to already have.

  • Strong organisational skills – you can manage multiple tasks and deadlines without getting flustered.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills – you can write clear emails and speak professionally.
  • Comfort with standard office software (Microsoft Office or Google Workspace) – you're proficient in Word/Docs, Excel/Sheets, and Outlook/Gmail.
  • A genuine 'can-do' attitude and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
  • A keen eye for detail – you spot errors others might miss.

10What to practise next

Where the job is going, and what to do about it starting this week.

Learning Analytics & Reporting

Everyone, especially our leadership, wants to know if our learning programmes are actually working and providing value. The business needs to see the impact of L&D investment, not just how many people attended.

Basic Statistical Concepts · Data Visualisation Principles · Connecting Data Sources · Storytelling with Data

  • This quarter: Learn advanced functions in Excel or Google Sheets (like pivot tables, VLOOKUP, conditional formatting) to better manipulate data.
  • Next quarter: Explore basic tutorials for Tableau or Power BI – get comfortable with connecting data and building simple visualisations.
  • Month 6: Shadow a more senior analyst or L&D Partner when they're building a report or dashboard, asking lots of questions about their process and insights.
  • Month 9: Take a basic online course on 'Data Storytelling' or 'Introduction to Business Analytics'.

Quick win: Start tracking programme feedback data in a more structured way yourself, looking for basic trends and patterns before anyone asks you to. What does the data tell you?

11Staying current once you are in

What people here do to keep up
  • Attending L&D webinars and online events to stay up-to-date with industry trends.
  • Reading industry blogs and articles (e.g., from CIPD, Training Journal) to broaden your knowledge.
  • Joining professional groups on LinkedIn or other platforms to network and learn from peers.
  • Volunteering for small projects within the L&D team that allow you to learn new skills.

12The rising capability

The rising capability

Zavmo analysis

What's rising in its place

This is where the work is heading, and the higher pay with it. Get fluent here and the shift stops being a threat and starts being your edge.

Digital Facilitation & Engagement

Remote and hybrid learning isn't going anywhere, and in fact, it's becoming the norm for many of our programmes. This means we need new ways to keep people engaged and connected when they're not all in the same room.

  • Advanced Virtual Platform Features
  • Interactive Collaboration Tools
  • Managing Virtual Energy
  • Basic Troubleshooting for Online Learners

13What you’ll use

What you’ll use

Skills this role draws on

Technical

  • Programme Logistics Management
  • Data Entry & Basic Reporting
  • Basic Instructional Support

14The pathway

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. 1

    Administrative Assistant (Any Department)

    1-2 years

    Skills to master

    • Organisation, scheduling, professional communication (written and verbal), and proficiency with standard office software. These are the core skills that transfer really well.

    You're ready to move on when

    • You're known for keeping things running smoothly and efficiently in your current role.
    • You proactively offer help and look for ways to improve processes.
    • You've shown a genuine curiosity about how L&D works and expressed an interest in moving into the field.
  2. 2

    HR Administrator

    1-2 years

    Skills to master

    • Understanding general HR processes, managing employee data, providing employee support, and familiarity with HR Information Systems (HRIS).

    You're ready to move on when

    • You're already familiar with HR systems and processes, making your transition smoother.
    • You enjoy helping employees with their queries and supporting their professional journeys.
    • You've actively sought out opportunities to learn more about learning and development within your HR role.

15Where this role leads

The long view: This role can lead to senior talent development work, learning technology roles, or a move into HR business partnering.

Where it leads

Roles this leads to

How you would learn this

One to one, on the work you already do

A tutor sets the task against your own job and marks the reasoning, at your pace. There is no cohort to fall behind.

A lesson from Identify individual learning and development needs, worked against Talent Development Coordinator.

Identify individual learning and development needs Level 3

Applied to your work in Talent Development Coordinator

The objective of this unit is to enable learners to understand and apply the principles of learning needs analysis for individuals. Learners will be able to conduct a learning needs analysis, analyse the findings, and agree on individual learning and development needs with relevant parties, ensuring effective communication throughout the process.

How the thinking builds
  1. 1 Remember
  2. 2 Understand
  3. 3 Apply
  4. 4 Analyse
  5. 5 Evaluate
  6. 6 Create
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Talent Development Coordinator
  • Programme Logistics Management
  • Data Entry & Basic Reporting
  • Basic Instructional Support
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16The detail, folded away

Everything else the record holds

The career branches in full, how AI is already showing up in the day-to-day, and the questions people ask about this job. Here when you want them, out of the way while you decide.

Where it leads next, rung by rung

Where it leads

The career path, and where it branches

Talent Development Coordinator is a start, not a ceiling. Each step below asks for new skills and hands back more autonomy.

  1. Talent Development Specialist (L2)

    2-3 years (after your time as Coordinator)

    You'll move from executing tasks under guidance to owning specific programmes and processes independently. You'll take more responsibility for programme delivery and basic design.

    • Basic Needs Analysis Identifying what learning is actually needed by teams.
    • Programme Facilitation Leading small workshops or sections of larger programmes.
    • Basic Instructional Design Making more significant edits to e-learning content or designing simple learning activities.
    • Advanced LMS Configuration Setting up new courses, managing user groups, and running more complex reports in our learning platforms.
Working with AI on the job

Working with AI

Where AI is starting to help

Let's be real, AI isn't just for data scientists anymore. Even in L&D coordination, smart tools can take a lot of the grunt work off your plate, freeing you up for more interesting tasks and problem-solving.

Imagine automating those repetitive emails, getting quick summaries of feedback, or even drafting programme descriptions in minutes. That's the reality with AI. These aren't futuristic tools; they're here now and can genuinely make your day-to-day work smoother and more efficient.

Smart Content Search & Curation

AI tools can help you quickly find relevant learning content for specific roles or topics from our LMS, LinkedIn Learning, or internal wikis. This saves you loads of time when responding to participant requests for 'more on X' or building pre-reads.

Feedback Theme Summariser

Instead of manually reading every single open-ended comment from participant surveys, AI can quickly process and summarise key themes, sentiment, and common suggestions. You'll get a snapshot of what went well and what didn't in minutes, not hours.

Programme Communication Drafts

Need to send out a reminder email, draft a quick programme update for the intranet, or write a short description for a new module? AI can generate a solid first draft in seconds, which you can then tweak and send, saving you precious writing time.

Intelligent Scheduling Assistant

AI-powered tools can help you find optimal meeting times across multiple calendars, considering time zones and preferences. This dramatically reduces the back-and-forth for complex programme scheduling, especially when dealing with busy leaders or external facilitators.

Common questions

Common questions

How do you become a Talent Development Coordinator?

Common routes in include Administrative Assistant (Any Department) (1-2 years) and HR Administrator (1-2 years). Times vary with prior experience.

Where can a Talent Development Coordinator progress to?

This role can lead on to Talent Development Specialist (2-3 years (after your time as Coordinator)), depending on the skills you build.

What new skills matter most for a Talent Development Coordinator?

Increasingly, Digital Facilitation & Engagement. These are the skills our record of this role lists as growing.

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17Where to go from here

Other roles at Level 2

Same depth of qualification, different job. Useful if the work appeals but this particular role does not.

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If you leave this industry

The organisation, communication, problem-solving and system administration skills built in this role apply across most industries. Any large organisation with an HR or people function needs these skills.

This role profile is © 2026 Growth Engineering Technologies Ltd. Built from UK occupational standards and regulated qualification data, and written for Zavmo.

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