Bilingual Learning & Development Manager

About [Client][Client] is a leading innovator in the IT sector, providing cutting-edge solutions to a global clientele. We believe that the talent and dedication of our people drive our success. We are committed to fostering a culture of continuous learning and development, where every employee has the opportunity to grow, innovate, and excel.The RoleWe are seeking a dynamic and experienced Learning & Development (L&D) Lead to own and drive the L&D strategy for our French operations and leading Execution of L&D Programs in Europe. This pivotal role combines strategic planning with hands-on execution with the primary purpose of ensuring a redeployable workforce of billable technical consultants and facilitation of L&D initiatives for Non Billable in interface with the Talent CoE. The ideal candidate will be a proactive "go-getter," passionate about creating impactful learning experiences that align with our business objectives. You will partner with local leadership, collaborate with our Global Academy, work with Talent Management to support the career pathing and planning for our billable consultants, and manage all aspects of the L&D function in X Country, ensuring compliance, managing budgets, and fostering a culture of growth.Key ResponsibilitiesStrategic Partnership & Program Design:Partner with senior managers and business leaders in X Country & Europe to conduct thorough learning needs analyses.Support and implement bespoke internal learning academies and development programs that address skill gaps and support career progression.Act as the L&D lead for the EU providing expert guidance on talent development initiatives.Lead the execution of Programs collaborating with CoE and Digital Academy ensuring seamless execution of Programs in Europe.Ensure Seamless roll out of all Senior Leadership programs FEP/SEP or coaching for executives.Collaboration & Best Practices:Collaborate closely with the Global Academy and Lead European L&D colleagues to align local initiatives with the global L&D strategy.Actively participate in the European L&D community, sharing best practices and support adaptation of global programs for local relevance.Operations & Management:Budget Management: Develop, manage, and track the annual L&D budget for X Country, ensuring effective resource allocation and demonstrating a clear return on investment.Optimize costs through Resources sharing leveraging existing Partnerships and/or initiating new ones.Vendor Management: Identify, negotiate with, and manage relationships with external training providers, coaches, and learning technology vendors and ensure optimisation of Cost through PSL in EuropeTeam Leadership: Supervise, mentor, and develop L&D team members in EU, fostering a collaborative and high-performing work environment.Compliance & Reporting:Serve as the subject matter expert on X Country L&D legislation, ensuring all programs and processes are fully compliant (e.g., management of CPF, relations with OPCO, 'taxe d'apprentissage').Leverage your analytical skills to develop L&D metrics and dashboards for X Country and the EU countries. Prepare and present clear, structured reports to stakeholders on program effectiveness, participation, and business impact.Execution & Mindset:Embrace a "roll up your sleeves" attitude, managing the end-to-end logistics and administration of key programs when needed.Demonstrate resourcefulness and a continuous improvement mindset, constantly seeking innovative ways to enhance the learning experience and its efficiency.Effectively manage multiple requests and priorities in a fast-paced, matrix environment.Qualifications & ExperienceExperience: 7-10 years of progressive experience in a Learning & Development role.Industry Knowledge: A strong understanding of the IT/Tech industry and its specific talent development challenges.Country X Legislation: In-depth, practical knowledge of French L&D laws, funding mechanisms, and compliance requirements.Leadership & Management : remote Cross border team ManagementStakeholder Management: Proven ability to build strong relationships and partner effectively with multiple stakeholders at all levels, both locally and internationally.Matrix Environment: Experience thriving in a complex, international matrix organization is essential.Core Skills:Excellent budget and vendor management skills.Exceptional data analysis and reporting capabilities; you are savvy with numbers and can translate data into actionable insights.Experience in supervising or mentoring team members.Experience in working in fast paced matrix environmentsLanguages: Fluency in both English and another EU language (X country) (written and verbal) is mandatory.Continuous Learning: Embraces personal learning, including a genuine curiosity for AI, having already adopted its usage.Your ProfileYou have excellent interpersonal, communication, and influencing skills.You are proactive, resourceful, and results-oriented.You are highly organized and can juggle multiple priorities without losing sight of the details.You are a collaborative team player who is also capable of working autonomously.You possess a strong continuous improvement mindset and are passionate about personal and professional growth.You have experience designing and facilitating learning experiences which is considered an input to this role’s strategic L&D leadership emphasis. What We OfferA competitive salary and benefits package.The opportunity to shape the learning culture and make a tangible impact on our business in X Country.A dynamic, innovative, and collaborative international work environment.Opportunities for professional growth and development.