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
L&D Coordinator
1-2 yearsSkills to master
- Event management, basic LMS administration, stakeholder communication, material preparation.
You're ready to move on when
- Can independently manage the logistics for multiple training sessions.
- Consistently receives positive feedback on organisational skills.
- Proactively identifies and resolves minor logistical issues.
- 2
HR Assistant with L&D Exposure
2-3 yearsSkills to master
- Understanding of HR processes, basic employee data management, cross-functional collaboration, administrative efficiency.
You're ready to move on when
- Has supported L&D initiatives as part of a broader HR role.
- Demonstrates a keen interest in learning and development as a career path.
- Has a solid grasp of employee lifecycle processes.
- 3
Administrative Assistant (in a training-heavy environment)
3-4 yearsSkills to master
- Advanced organisational skills, scheduling complex meetings/events, managing office technology, high-volume communication.
You're ready to move on when
- Has a track record of supporting senior staff or complex projects.
- Is highly proficient with office software and collaboration tools.
- Expresses a clear desire to specialise in learning and development.