1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.

An exciting opportunity exists to join one of Australia’s high growth private businesses. COS is a family owned and run Aussie business made up of a community of like-minded people working towards a common goal. Our purpose is to keep Australian workers, patients and students healthy, safe and productive by providing products. Why? So we can deliver on our pledge to donate 1% of total revenue to everyday Australians through the Lyone Foundation.

About The Role

Reporting to the People Experience Leader, The Learning & Development Advisor plays a key role in supporting the design, delivery and evaluation of learning, development and capability initiatives across the organisation. The role partners with people partners, leaders and employees to uplift organisational capability, drive continuous learning, and ensure alignment to strategic workforce priorities.

This role is a 12 month maternity leave cover.

Key Responsibilities

Learning & Development

- Support the development and delivery of learning programs (face-to-face, digital, blended).
- Coordinate onboarding, mandatory training, and compliance learning programs.
- Develop and support capability frameworks and career pathway initiatives aligned to business strategy and initiatives
- Provide advice and guidance on development opportunities

Capability & Talent

- Support talent management initiatives including succession planning and leadership development.
- Assist in the design and implementation of performance and capability frameworks.
- Contribute to cultural and engagement initiatives that enhance organisational capability.

Program Coordination & Administration

- Manage learning systems (LMS) including enrolments, reporting, and compliance tracking.




- Coordinate external training providers and monitor program effectiveness.
- Manage training vendor list and relationships
- Prepare reports and insights on learning outcomes and workforce capability metrics.
- Contribute to the evaluation and continuous improvement of learning and development initiatives.
- Keep up to date with best practice and emerging trends in learning, capability, and talent development.

About You

- Experience in coordinating and supporting learning and development initiatives.
- Strong organisational and project coordination skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build relationships across all levels.
- Experience in design and delivery of custom training
- Proficiency with Learning Management Systems and MS Office suite
- A hands on approach and a 'can do' enthusiastic attitude
- Exceptional administration skills including excellent time management and organisational skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Attention to detail and accuracy levels
- Ability to work autonomously as well as part of a team

Benefits of working with COS

- Flexible hybrid workplace
- Generous Reward and Recognition programs
- Commitment to professional development with ongoing training and career development opportunities
- Access to free Mental Health programs
- Birthday, Paid Parental Leave and Purchase Leave available
- Convenient location with free onsite parking
- Modern onsite gym
- Employee discounts on full product range




- Opportunity to participate in community welfare and charity initiatives
- Novated Lease / Salary Sacrifice for electric vehicles available

More about COS

When you join COS, you’ll be working for a growing, socially responsible organisation who provides equal employment opportunities to a talented and diverse team of passionate people, who live and breathe our 6 core values - Passionate, Results Driven, Innovative, Service Excellence, Self-Reflective, and Family. Together, we work towards finding new and original ways to deliver on our Company Purpose: Keep Australian Workers Healthy, Safe and Productive.

Through the success of our business, COS has been proud to give back over $20 million to community through the Lyone Foundation. Each year through the Lyone Foundation, COS supports Australian charities who are focused on human welfare and are underfunded, allocating 1% of annual revenue to the foundation each year.

Founded in 1977, COS is the largest Australian owned and operated national office products business. With over 750 employees located across every State of Australia, COS are leaders in our industry, and we’re ready to welcome you onboard!

Seniority level

- Associate

Employment type

- Full-time

Job function

- Training
- Industries
- Retail Office Equipment

Sign in to set job alerts for “Learning and Development Advisor” roles.

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 days ago

Macquarie Park, Current South Wales, Australia 2 days ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 22 hours ago

Macquarie Park, New South Wales, Australia 3 weeks ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 1 day ago

People and Culture Advisor (Parental Leave Cover)

We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.

#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Learning and Development Advisor (City of Sydney)
🏢 Cos
📍 City of Sydney