Learning & Development Business Partner

What you'll do

Are you passionate about creating meaningful learning experiences, building strong partnerships, and enabling people and organisations to grow? Are you keen to collaborate with the business, learning champions, subject matter experts, and key stakeholders to drive engagement in learning and organisational development initiatives across CERN? Take part!

We are looking for an experienced Learning and Development Business Partner to join our HR Learning & Development team. Following a recent team restructure, our L&D approach has shifted from a portfolio-based model towards two competency-driven streams: behavioural competencies and technical competencies. In this role, you will play a key part in developing and driving our technical learning strategy, working closely with stakeholders to identify needs, unlock expertise, and deliver impactful learning solutions.

We are looking for someone with a true L&D mindset: someone who is curious about how people learn, creative in designing solutions, and motivated by building connections across the organisation. You will have the autonomy to take ownership, bring fresh ideas, challenge existing approaches, and help shape the future of technical learning at CERN.

This is an opportunity for someone who combines strategic thinking with a hands-on approach; someone who enjoys collaborating, creating, and turning ideas into action. If you are energised by change, passionate about developing others, and ready to contribute to the future of learning, this role is for you.

Your responsibilities

Collecting, understanding, and analysing the technical/technical management training needs CERN-wide.
Sourcing internal/external partners/training providers and ensuring implementation of training programmes (design, development and delivery).
Responsible for the evolution of digital learning at CERN (coordinating the design and delivery of e-learning, focal point for digital partnerships).
Evaluating and reporting on course content/training effectiveness by conducting feedback surveys, analysing data, and creating/presenting reports.
Conducting a biennial ‘Departmental Learning Strategy’ (CERN-wide collection of learning needs) and reporting on needs and required actions.
Responsible for the Training Centre and the related personnel.
Coordinating and monitoring the relevant training budget.
Keeping abreast of CERN’s scientific and technical challenges and liaising with CERN committees and experts.
Contributing to the overall scope of the work of HR-LD (projects and policies).
Supervising a team of four (contractors, staff, and a graduate).
Communicating with internal stakeholders (CERN-wide learner community, Departmental Training Officers, CERN Learning Board) to present the portfolios and create engagement/motivation towards a culture of learning at CERN.

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Your profile

Demonstrated knowledge of Learning Management Systems.
Knowledge and experience of Oracle Fusion.
Experience in the areas of physics or engineering is an advantage.
Master's Degree or equivalent relevant experience in the field of HR/Learning and Development or a related field.

Your skills

Learning & Development: knowledge of development, coordination, and implementation of competency-based technical training solutions.
Employee performance management: supervision of personnel.
HR process design & development.
Use of office software packages.
Project management: combined with strong analytical skills and the ability to understand highly specialised technical fields.
Adapts quickly and resourcefully to shifting priorities and requirements.
Delivers high quality work on time and fulfils expectations.
Relates well to all people regardless of category/level within the Organization.
Gains trust and collaboration from others.
Effectively manages budget, optimising human and financial resources.
Spoken and written English: ability to understand and speak in professional contexts, as well as prepare/draft and/or translate accurate texts.
The ability to understand and speak French in professional contexts would be an advantage or willingness to acquire it rapidly.
Spoken and written English, with a commitment to learn French.

Ideal start date: 01/10/2026

Contract duration (in months): 24

Grade range: 6

Benchmark job: 5A0040 - Human Resources Professional

Job flexibility: Hybrid

Team supervision

Global Benefits at CERN

A minimum net entry-salary of 9236 Swiss Francs per month, increasing in line with your years of relevant experience.
30 days of paid leave per year plus 2 weeks annual closure.
Coverage by CERN’s comprehensive health insurance scheme (for yourself, your spouse and children), and membership of the CERN Pension Fund.
Family, child and infant monthly allowances depending on your individual circumstances.
A relocation package (installation grant, removal, travel expenses) depending on your individual circumstances.
Possibility to extend your contract up to 8 years + eligibility for indefinite contract tenure.

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Be sure to meet the eligibility criteria

You are a national of a CERN Member State or Associate Member State. Currently, we cannot consider applications from Pakistani and Lithuanian nationals for positions with a 2026 start date, as the ceiling defined under Article II.5 of the Associate Membership Agreement has been reached.
You have relevant qualifications and professional experience.
If you have previously held a Staff contract at CERN, you will not be eligible for these positions.
Please pay attention to the additional criteria and requirements for this specific position and mentioned above.

You will need these documents to complete your application

Your CV (English or French)
Any document you consider relevant to your application

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Overview of CERN

Discover a world where the impossible is made possible!

At CERN, the European Organization for Nuclear Research, we are pushing the frontiers of science and technology. Our groundbreaking work brings together not only physicists but also a diverse range of professionals from engineering, technical, scientific, and administrative fields. Together, we foster an environment where innovation and collaboration thrive.

Every day, we face exciting new challenges and opportunities to contribute to cutting-edge research that shapes our understanding of the universe. We meet these challenges through the diverse perspectives within our teams, ensuring every contribution is valued and driving our shared sense of inclusion and purpose. Diversity is a core value of CERN since its foundation, and it remains central to our mission and continued success.

If you are ready to be part of a dynamic, inclusive community pushing the boundaries of knowledge, CERN is the place where your curiosity and skills can thrive. Be part of our mission to uncover what lies at the heart of the universe! TAKE PART!

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