Learning and Development Specialist

Are you passionate about developing people and strengthening teams? In one of the Netherlands’ fastest‑growing scale‑ups, you’ll build and drive the learning and development framework that supports our growth.

You’ll work in a technical, innovative, and globally diverse environment where your impact on skills and capability building is direct and visible.

About Nearfield Instruments 

Nearfield Instruments (NFI) is a fast-growing scale-up high-tech company. We design, develop, integrate, market and service advanced metrology machines. Our machines enable our customers - the world’s leading chipmakers – to increase the production yields, and thus, functionality of their microchips, which in turn leads to smaller, more powerful consumer electronics. 

Founded in 2016, we bring together the most creative minds (approx. 400 employees) in science and technology and develop a one-of-a-kind, revolutionary high throughput Scanning Probe Microscopy system. 

Where you will be working? 

As part of the HR Team in the Netherlands, you will work across a wide range of functional areas both locally and globally. You will play a crucial role in ensuring our teams are fully skilled and equipped to consistently deliver high‑quality results—contributing directly to an outstanding customer experience. 

You will also collaborate closely with the training coordinator who is being hired to set up a product‑centered practical training center, working together to implement NFI’s overall approach to training. 

What will you be doing? 

The Learning & Development Specialist is responsible for the  development, execution and administration of training programs across the organization. This role leads and aligns stakeholders to build and improve cross-functional training programs and measures.

• Develop and drive NFI’s learning & development plan

• Coordinate with trainers, managers, and teams to plan and track training activities.

• Own and enhance skill matrices to identify needs and match employees with the right learning formats.

• Improve how training materials are created, stored, shared, and tracked, including supporting new tool adoption.

• Oversee and continuously improve the onboarding training journey.

• Monitor effectiveness, track key KPIs, and act on identified gaps.

• Support the exploration and implementation of innovative training methods such as VR and AI. 

• Lead cross‑department upskilling initiatives aligned with business needs.

• Develop and maintain SOPs and workflows related to learning and development.

Why is the position interesting for you? 

• You shape the growth of our organization and are the main owner of the L&D plan 

• You close skill gaps and support career progression. 

• You are a key player in developing and implementing needed initiatives and formats 

• You work in our technical environment, which keeps you closely connected to innovation. 

• You work in a scale-up environment. 

• Your impact is direct and valued by our team. 

• You work in our diverse teams with more than 45 different nationalities. 

What are we looking for? 

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Learning & Development, Applied Psychology, Education, Business Administration, or related field. 

• At least 4 years of experience in L&D, training coordination, instructional design, consulting or talent development, preferably within a fast-paced, scale-up environment  

• Proven experience in implementing instructional design and adult learning principles 

• Strong understanding of training needs analysis and skill‑matrix development and the connection to capabilities and job families  

• Experience leading and working in cross‑functional teams.

Skills 

• Ability to automate workflows, create compelling SharePoint communication sites and to use data to drive improvements   

• Experience with administering and configuring LMS platforms, a plus if you have led the implementation of an LMS

• Experience in managing vendors and external partners to achieve agreed upon results 

• Ability to step in as a facilitator for internal workshops and to manage interdisciplinary projects  

What can you expect from us? 

Getting on board now is a great opportunity to grow with the company from a technical, personal, and financial perspective. Nearfield's momentum is energetic and promising! 

Our starting point is of course to pay someone a fair and competitive salary and besides this we offer you: 

• Valuation of your work-life balance; 

• Time for some relaxation: 30 holidays per calendar year (based on 40 hours); 

• 8% holiday allowance; 

• Commuting allowance; 

• Discount on your health insurance; 

• We are here to support one another, and colleagues are there to help you. TEAM is very important, Together Everyone Achieves More! 

• Besides a challenging role where you can utilize the full extent of your professional knowledge. 

Apply for the job 

If the above challenges excites you, we encourage you to send us your details using the Apply now button on our career site. 

Our recruitment process: 

• Screening by Recruiter 

• First Interview with our HR Director and HR Business Partner

• Second Interview with our Head of Service and Director of Design and Engineering

• Offer and reference check 

• Onboarding and welcome at Nearfield Instruments! 

Recruitment, consultancy and/or other agency? 

We appreciate the interest, but we source all our candidates directly. We understand that you as an intermediary want to present candidates to our interesting positions. This is not how we have structured our recruitment. 

This means that all profiles offered to Nearfield Instruments will be treated as direct applications. Unless we have explicitly agreed otherwise.