Training and Development Specialist

BAT is evolving at pace into a global multi-category business. With products like VELO, VUSE and GLO we are on a mission to decrease the health impact of our industry 
To achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to Be The Change. Come, join us on this journey!

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Leading the full training lifecycle for all factory employees, starting from Training Needs Analysis (TNA) through annual and monthly training planning, execution, and evaluation of training effectiveness.
• Collaborating with relevant departments to determine the required knowledge levels for each role based on the organizational structure (creating and managing a skills matrix for the entire factory), forming the basis for further training needs analysis.
• Organizing and supporting training programs focused on developing technical and soft skills for all factory employees.
• Providing guidance and support to managers in the development of their teams.
• Developing and implementing targeted training programs based on specific needs and particular employee groups.
• Building and maintaining a team of skilled internal coaches and trainers.
• Ensuring up-to-date records of all sustained training activities.
• Reporting on training activities to the factory’s top management and collaborating with key stakeholders such as the Production Manager.
• Supporting major factory projects by offering expertise in Learning & Development.
• Creating a continuous development strategy for training practices in Trieste to meet operational objectives.

What are we looking for?

• Graduate in Business Management, Psychology or any other social degree;
• At least 1 year of experience in a similar role, working on Training and Development activities
• Strong interpersonal and analytical skills;
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in Italian and English
• Initiative and problem-solving skills with a strong attention to details
• Proficiency in MS Office, especially Power Point and Excel

What we offer you?
•    We offer a market leading annual performance bonus (subject to eligibility)
•    Our range of benefits varies by country and includes diverse health plans, initiatives for work-life balance, transportation support, and a flexible holiday plan with additional incentives
•    Your journey with us isn't limited by boundaries; it's propelled by your aspirations. Join us at BAT and become a part of an environment that thrives on internal advancement, where your career progression isn't just a statement – it's a reality we're eager to build together. Seize the opportunity and own your development; your next chapter starts here.
•    You'll have access to online learning platforms and personalized growth programs to nurture your leadership skills
•    We prioritise continuous improvement within a transformative environment, preparing for ongoing changes

WHY JOIN BAT?
We’re one of the few companies named as a Global Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute – certified in offering excellent employee conditions.

At BAT, we champion collaboration, inclusion, and partnership as the bedrock of our values. We wish to foster an environment where every individual can thrive, irrespective of factors such as gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, skills, experience, education, socio-economic and professional background, as well as diverse perspectives and thinking styles. We recognise that our strength lies in embracing talent from all walks of life, empowering us to develop our culture of inclusivity and better achieve our business objectives.

We view career breaks not as obstacles but as opportunities and encourage everyone, without hesitation, to apply. Through our Global Returners program, we provide support to professionals seeking to re-enter the workforce after an extended absence, be it for family care, parental leave, national service, sabbatical, or starting their own venture.
Come bring your difference and see what is possible for you at BAT. Learn more about our culture and our award winning employee experience here.

We take pride in being a Disability Confident Employer. If you need any reasonable adjustments or accommodations to be made during the recruitment process to support you performing at your best, please inform the recruitment partner who will be in touch should your profile be selected for the role you applied for. We are wholeheartedly committed to optimising your prospects of success by making suitable arrangements so that you may showcase your full potential.