Apprentice Learning and Development Advisor
| Posting date: | 12 February 2026 |
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| Salary: | £21,000 per year |
| Additional salary information: | Competitive |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 13 March 2026 |
| Location: | Apsley, HP3 9TD |
| Company: | J Browne Construction |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 1175537 |
Summary
Join us as we grow the Browne Training Academy and shape the future of learning across our organisation.
We’re looking for an enthusiastic and people‑focused individual to join our Learning & Organisational Development team as an L&D Advisor Apprentice. This is an exciting opportunity to support the growth of the Browne Training Academy while gaining hands‑on experience across the full learning cycle.
In this role, you’ll help design, coordinate, and deliver a wide range of corporate learning initiatives. You’ll support leadership development, contribute to talent and organisational development programmes, and play a key role in compliance and mandatory training across the business. You’ll work closely with managers, teams, and subcontractors to understand training needs, assist with workshop delivery, maintain accurate training records, and help gather and analyse feedback to drive continuous improvement.
As part of your development, you’ll study for a CIPD Level 5 qualification in Organisational Learning & Development, fully funded and supported—giving you a strong foundation for a long‑term career in the L&D profession.
About Browne
At Browne, we are engineering with purpose.
We’re a leading UK contractor working in the water and civil engineering sectors, delivering projects that help improve everyday life. From building pipelines and upgrading pumping stations to maintaining reservoirs and drainage systems, we support cleaner water, stronger infrastructure and more reliable services for communities.
We offer a wide range of career opportunities both on site and behind the scenes. Whether your skills are in engineering, project delivery, safety, sustainability, commercial, planning or business support, there’s a place for you at Browne. We value different perspectives and experiences, and we’re proud to be a Silver Award Investors in Diversity accredited employer.
Our teams use smart technology and a hands-on approach to make sure every job is delivered safely and to a high standard. We support our clients through the full life of their assets, from construction and mechanical systems to long-term maintenance.
Browne is part of Renew Holdings plc, a UK-based group of specialist engineering companies.
What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for someone who’s genuinely fascinated by how people learn whether that’s psychology, neuroscience, or simply a healthy curiosity about what makes learning click. If you enjoy exploring how the brain works (even just a little), are motivated to grow your own skills, and feel comfortable working with people at all levels, we’d love to meet you.
You will:
- Have GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths at Grade C/4 or above,
- Be ready to commit to completing the CIPD Level 5 qualification
- Be enthusiastic about continuous professional development.
If you’re passionate about helping people grow and want to kick‑start a rewarding career in Learning & Development, we’d love to welcome you to the team. This is your chance to learn, develop, and make a real impact—come and be part of something exciting.
You will be required to attend the office in Apsley at least 3 times a week.
First stage interviews will take place week commencing 9 March, second stage interviews will take place week commencing 16 March.
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