About AkzoNobel

Since 1792, we’ve been supplying the innovative paints and coatings that help to color people’s lives and protect what matters most. Our world class portfolio of brands – including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon – is trusted by customers around the globe. We’re active in more than 150 countries and use our expertise to sustain and enhance the fabric of everyday life. Because we believe every surface is an opportunity. It’s what you’d expect from a pioneering and long-established paints company that’s dedicated to providing sustainable solutions and preserving the best of what we have today – while creating an even better tomorrow. Let’s paint the future together.

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Skills Development Consultant – Decorator 
Location: Field Based

Competitive salary plus benefits

We’re looking for a Skills Development Consultant (Decorator) to join our Dulux Academy team. In this role, you’ll deliver high-quality training and development programmes that inspire decorators, raise industry standards, and strengthen our position as a leader in professional skills development.

At AkzoNobel, we’re proud of our heritage and commitment to excellence. You’ll be part of a forward-thinking team, shaping the future of our industry by equipping decorators with the knowledge and confidence they need to succeed.

What you’ll do:
•    Deliver and develop engaging training that builds confidence in product knowledge and decorating techniques.
•    Identify learning needs for key customer groups and design fit-for-purpose solutions.
•    Plan and manage a training delivery schedule, working collaboratively with the wider team.
•    Ensure training is delivered safely and in line with HSE requirements.
•    Introduce innovative formats of learning, including digital solutions, to meet a range of learning styles.
•    Evaluate training effectiveness, sharing insights and recommendations for continuous improvement.
•    Keep up to date with industry trends, training techniques, and competitor activity to ensure our programmes remain best-in-class.
•    Promote the Dulux Academy and its programmes, maximising participation and impact.

What you bring:
•    Level 3 NVQ / City & Guilds qualification in Painting & Decorating or equivalent work experience.
•    A proven track record of engaging learners through training delivery.
•    In-depth knowledge of the UK paint market and AkzoNobel’s position within it.
•    Strong communication and presentation skills, able to connect with diverse audiences.
•    Ability to design and adapt learning interventions to meet a range of learning styles.
•    Good IT skills (Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Word).
•    A proactive, innovative approach with excellent project management skills.
•    (Desirable) Professional training qualification, familiarity with awarding body standards, and/or assessor/verifier qualifications.

Who you are:
•    Passionate about developing others and raising industry standards.
•    Creative and adaptable, with a solutions-focused mindset.
•    Organised and able to manage multiple priorities.
•    A confident communicator who can influence and inspire.
•    A team player with a strong sense of collaboration and shared purpose.

Ready to help shape the future of the decorating industry?

Apply now and join us in delivering industry-leading training with the Dulux Academy.

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At AkzoNobel we are highly committed to ensuring an inclusive and respectful workplace where all employees can be their best self. We strive to embrace diversity in a context of tolerance. Our talent acquisition process plays an integral part in this journey, as setting the foundations for a diverse environment. For this reason we train and educate on the implications of our Unconscious Bias in order for our TA and hiring managers to be mindful of them and take corrective actions when applicable. In our organization, all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age or disability.

Requisition ID: 49164