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Senior Learning and Development Specialist

🗓️ Posted 2026-08-14 Australia Permanent Human Resources Recruitment

Company shared salary

A$9,716–A$11,336/mo (A$116,596–A$136,030/yr)

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NA

Based on similar roles (title + domain + location).

About the Company

Shape the future of learning at the University of Newcastle Great learning experiences create great workplaces. As part of our Learning and Development team, you'll help build the capability of leaders and employees across the University by designing and delivering engaging learning solutions that make a genuine impact. Working with stakeholders from a wide range of disciplines, you'll identify development needs, create contemporary learning experiences and contribute to strategic initiatives that strengthen leadership capability, support organisational change and foster a culture of continuous learning. If you're passionate about developing people, enjoy partnering with stakeholders and love turning ideas into meaningful learning experiences, we'd love to hear from you

About the Role

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Learning and Development, you'll partner with leaders and teams across the University to identify capability needs and design learning solutions that deliver real outcomes. Expect variety - every day is different. You'll facilitate workshops, design and develop engaging learning programs, consult with stakeholders, manage projects and evaluate learning outcomes to ensure our programs continue to evolve and deliver value. Your work will have a direct impact on developing leadership capability, embedding change management skills, supporting team development and creating meaningful professional development opportunities for employees across the University.

Responsibilities

  • ● Leading the design, development and implementation of contemporary learning and development initiatives.
  • ● Partnering with stakeholders to conduct training needs analyses and develop tailored learning solutions.
  • ● Designing and facilitating engaging workshops, programs and learning experiences for a diverse workforce.
  • ● Supporting leadership development and organisational change initiatives.
  • ● Managing learning and development projects from planning through to evaluation.
  • ● Using our Learning Management System to administer, monitor and evaluate learning activities and maintain accurate learning records.
  • ● Measuring the effectiveness of learning initiatives and using data and feedback to drive continuous improvement.
  • ● Up to two positions are available, classified at Higher Education Worker Level 8 (HEW 8) and based at our Callaghan Campus on Awabakal and Worimi land.

Requirements

  • ● You have a passion for learning and development and take pride in building strong stakeholder relationships across all levels of the organisation.
  • ● You combine creativity with practical delivery, using your experience to design engaging learning experiences aligned with organisational goals that deliver measurable outcomes. You're comfortable juggling multiple projects, managing stakeholder needs, facilitating workshops and partnering with leaders to solve capability challenges.
  • ● You'll also bring:
  • ● Strong stakeholder engagement and consulting skills, with the ability to influence and build trusted relationships.
  • ● Demonstrated experience managing learning projects from concept through to implementation and evaluation.
  • ● A commitment to continuous improvement, using data and feedback to enhance learning outcomes.
  • ● Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40122).
  • ● Diploma of Training Design and Development (TAE50216).
  • ● Accreditation in learning or change methodologies such as Prosci , HBDI , CliftonStrengths or DiSC .
  • ● About our University
  • ● The University of Newcastle stands as a global leader distinguished by a commitment to equity and excellence. Our vision is to be a world-leading University for our regions and creating a better future for our regions and the globe. Underpinned by this vision and our values of excellence, equity, engagement and sustainability, the University of Newcastle's Looking Ahead Strategic Plan 2030 outlines the University's commitment to delivering an exceptional student experience and serving our communities.
  • ● For more information, click here - Our University.

Benefits

  • ● In addition to working for a university that is breaking boundaries, discovering new ways of thinking and cementing a place as a global leader, we offer a range of benefits to our employees to ensure you balance your commitments, stay healthy and work effectively.
  • ● These include:
  • ● An FTE equivalent remuneration of 116596 - 136030 + superannuation and excellent employment conditions in line with University of Newcastle professional staff conditions.
  • ● Flexible working arrangements (i