Robert Anderson

Highly credible and qualified Learning and Development specialist with extensive global experience across financial services and FMCG sectors delivering impactful people development solutions. Expert in induction design and delivery, creating engaging programmes that accelerate capability, confidence and performance. Skilled in collaborating with senior stakeholders to deliver innovative blended learning strategies that strengthen leadership and management capability.

Proven ability to manage global learning platforms, implement performance management systems and track compliance through accurate KPI reporting. Experienced in designing e-learning and wellbeing initiatives that positively influence engagement, culture and business outcomes across international workforces.

GLOBAL L&D ADVISOR - Devro Limited

(2022-01 - 2025-04)

Delivered global learning and development programmes enhancing leadership capability, engagement and performance through strategic design, e-learning innovation, stakeholder collaboration and effective budget management across multiple regions.

• Curated senior leader learning pathways addressing capability gaps and aligning programmes with business objectives.
• Designed and implemented global 360 feedback programme driving leadership development and improved self-awareness across regions.
• Managed global LMS ensuring accurate tracking, compliance reporting and seamless delivery of blended learning solutions.
• Developed and deployed bespoke e-learning modules on sustainability and recruitment achieving average learner NPS above 90%.
• Partnered with external experts to co-design and launch Global Leadership Programme strengthening management effectiveness worldwide.
• Increased compliance by 22% on performance review and goal-setting completion through targeted manager engagement and monitoring.
• Designed and rolled out global engagement survey for 2,000 colleagues with executive-level data analysis and reporting.
• Facilitated strategic workshops and management development programmes improving leadership capability and embedding a culture of continuous learning.

SENIOR L&D TRAINER - Arrow Global

(2013-01 - 2022-12)

Delivered learning solutions to improve colleague capability, streamline onboarding, and strengthen operational performance through induction, skills development, data analysis and stakeholder collaboration.

• Designed and delivered training materials to support smooth onboarding for new client implementations.
• Partnered with senior leaders to identify knowledge gaps and created targeted workshops to close capability shortfalls.
• Analysed operational data to inform training design and ensure recommendations were evidence-based and impactful.
• Evaluated effectiveness of learning interventions ensuring continuous improvement of delivery methods and learner outcomes.
• Administered and managed the learning management system maintaining accurate records and compliance tracking.
• Developed and delivered a three-week blended induction programme onboarding over 100 new starters in financial services.
• Designed and implemented remote induction programme for 80+ colleagues enabling continuity of service during the COVID-19 pandemic.
• Led a working group that halved induction time while increasing learner engagement and confidence scores.
• Created and delivered a 'train the trainer' programme equipping new L&D staff to deliver operational inductions effectively.
• Supported major client transition by delivering onsite training for unsecured loans and credit card service migration across countries.

BSc - Sociology