HR Specialist - Learning & Development at Vontive

Castlebar, County Mayo, Ireland

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Healthcare, Biotechnology, Medical DevicesIndustries

Requirements

Third-level qualification in HR, Learning & Development, or related discipline (or equivalent experience)
CIPD qualification desirable
Previous HR experience in a fast-paced environment
Strong background in Learning & Development
Strategic thinker with hands-on, practical approach
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and team management skills
Strong problem-solving ability and sound judgment
Self-driven, adaptable, and able to work under pressure to meet deadlines

Responsibilities

Act as a key driver in building and sustaining a positive, high-performance culture across three sites
Partner with business leaders to design and implement HR and L&D strategies aligned with organisational goals
Lead succession planning and talent initiatives, ensuring a strong pipeline for future growth
Oversee orientation and onboarding programs for new hires and internal role transitions
Design and deliver development programs for all levels, supporting continuous learning and career progression
Collaborate with management to identify and implement initiatives that enhance performance and adaptability
Analyse KPIs and other metrics to identify opportunities for improvement and innovation
Manage and deliver culture-building initiatives to strengthen employee relations and engagement
Develop and execute a comprehensive Learning & Development plan aligned with medium- and long-term business needs
Support rollout of global L&D programs and ensure local alignment
Conduct assessments to identify skill gaps and training priorities
Oversee the plant L&D budget effectively
Collaborate with EHS to promote safety awareness and training
Partner with managers on feedback, check-ins, and development planning
Engage with universities and external organisations to stay ahead of industry trends and best practices
Bring fresh ideas and creativity to elevate learning and engagement initiatives

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Learning & DevelopmentTalent DevelopmentSuccession PlanningOnboardingCulture BuildingEmployee EngagementHR Strategy

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the employment type for this HR Specialist role?

This is a full-time position.

Where are the work sites for this position?

The role involves two sites in Ireland and one site in the UK.

What are the key responsibilities of this Learning & Development Specialist?

Key responsibilities include building a positive culture, partnering on HR and L&D strategies, leading talent development and onboarding, designing learning programs, and managing L&D budget across sites.

What is the company culture like at Vantive?

Vantive fosters a community of focused, courageous people who don't settle for mediocre, with a commitment to building a positive, high-performance culture and being a Great Place to Work.

What makes a strong candidate for this HR Learning & Development Specialist role?

A strong candidate is dynamic, experienced in strategic HR and L&D leadership, skilled in talent development, culture-building, data-driven insights, and partnering with business leaders across multiple sites.

Vontive

Provides investment property mortgage solutions

About Vontive

Vontive provides investment property mortgages using technology to simplify and speed up the loan process. Their main product is a "bolt-on" technology that allows retail brands to easily launch their own mortgage services without needing programming skills. This no-code solution can be set up in just a few weeks, making it quicker for brands to offer mortgages. Vontive stands out from competitors by acting as a bridge between real estate investors, lenders, and capital providers, charging fees for their services that reduce traditional risks and inefficiencies in real estate financing. The company's goal is to modernize the investment real estate market by making the mortgage process more efficient and transparent for both retail brands and financial institutions.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2017Year Founded

$32.1MTotal Funding

DEBTCompany Stage

Financial Services, Real EstateIndustries

11-50Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Short- and Long-term Disability Coverage

Life Insurance

Wellness Program

Risks

Increased competition from fintech companies could erode Vontive's market share.

Potential regulatory scrutiny may lead to higher compliance costs and challenges.

Economic downturns could impact demand for investment property mortgages.

Differentiation

Vontive offers a no-code, white-label mortgage solution for real estate investors.

The platform integrates financial institutions through a unique debt marketplace.

Founded by industry veterans, Vontive leverages decades of mortgage and financial expertise.

Upsides

Vontive ranked #10 on the 2022 Deloitte Technology Fast 500 with 9,154% growth.

The company has financed over $1.1 billion in residential properties since April 2022.

Vontive's B2C ecosystem reaches over 1.5 million real estate investors.

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