Job Description

At Hillier, we believe in growing not only plants but people too. Our heritage and values are deeply rooted in quality, knowledge, and passion--and we see Learning & Development as the foundation that nurtures our people and supports our continued success.


The Learning & Development Advisor, reporting to the Learning & Development Manager will play a key role in delivering our core L&D offering and ensuring a seamless onboarding experience for new employees. With a primary focus on LMS onboarding, head office inductions, and designing and delivering engaging learning content, you'll help create a consistent, welcoming, and growth-oriented learning environment across Hillier.


As an integral part of Learning & Development, you'll contribute to shaping our organisational capability and culture through modern training and development initiatives.


We welcome applications for full-time hours (37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday). We are also happy to consider part-time arrangements, as we recognise the importance of flexibility.


The salary for this role is 27,500 per annum, pro-rated for part-time working patterns.


This position is based at our Ampfield, Hampshire office, and requires candidates to have the ability to commute to the location daily, with occasional travel to other business locations.

We offer

A chance to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of learning at Hillier. A supportive and collaborative team environment. Ongoing development opportunities and access to innovative learning tools. Full training. Online Learning Hub. Employee discount of 20%. 31 days annual leave (prorata if part time). Free onsite parking. Enhanced Employee Assistance Programme for both you and your immediate family, including free counselling on health, financial, legal and personal/family matters. Company Christmas gifts (eligibility based on start date with Company). Free access to the Sir Harold Hillier Gardens, Romsey and deals at other gardens nationally.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver and continually improve our organisational induction programme--from offer acceptance to firstday readiness. Lead the onboarding of new staff to our Learning Management System (LMS). Deliver company induction and onboarding sessions. Support in the design and creation of engaging learning content (faceto-face, virtual, and digital--e.g., Articulate, Vyond). Support the implementation of a revised core learning and development offer across Hillier. Drive culture and transformational change through the delivery of learning aligned to our Customer Experience and service development programmes. Manage and respond to staff queries and new starter communications via the Learning Hub inbox. Produce and report on relevant learning and onboarding metrics, using data to inform improvements. Assist in the communication of frameworks, policies, tools and processes that support the business. Support the selection and evaluation of thirdparty training suppliers, ensuring value for money and quality delivery. Promote a continuous improvement mindset, keeping up to date with modern learning practices and embedding them into the learning delivery model. Collaborate across teams and departments to ensure learning initiatives are well integrated and supported. Provide support where needed in development and coaching activity.

About you

You are passionate about helping people grow, you bring creativity, confidence, and a collaborative approach to building learning experiences that truly make a difference.


You will also bring:


Working knowledge of Learning Management Systems, digital learning tools and platforms. Experience in planning, designing, and delivering training. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with an eye for detail. Experience facilitating faceto-face and virtual learning sessions. A selfstarter mindset, comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment. Strong relationshipbuilding skills across all levels of the organisation. A proactive and flexible approach with a continuous improvement mindset.

You will be joining a renowned and established family business of over 150 years, working in a fun and friendly environment with an amazing bunch of people. We also place great value on all our team members and how they contribute to the ongoing success and growth of our Company.


We are an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.


Please note that we will only consider candidates who are already located in the UK and have right to work status.