Since our establishment in 2018, Whitetree has been on a mission to empower clients, make lasting impacts, and provide unmatched career growth opportunities. We're passionate innovators driven by our values of Trust, Integrity, Innovation, and Excellence.   

To support effective collaboration and client delivery, you must live within a commutable distance to Bristol. 

The Role 

Join us and combine cutting-edge techniques with a customer-centric approach, you’ll assist in the design and development of tailored training programs that deliver tangible value for our clients. Day to day, you will collaborate with the team and work with clients providing specialist training consultancy services including:   

• Liaising with clients, stakeholders, subject matter experts and colleagues proactively in the design and development of high-quality blended learning solutions (including Instructor Led Training and digital/eLearning).  

• Analysing training requirements reports to produce SAT-compliant Learning Design solutions, documentation and reports (DSAT/ADDIE models).  

• Developing DSAT Element 2: Design Stages 1 to 3 products.  

• Developing digital learning storyboards for the creation of digital and eLearning assets and courses.  

• Designing learning solutions for both individual and collective environments.  

• Delivering Train the Trainer (T3) courses based on the learning solutions that you have designed.  

In your first 3-6 months, success might look like: 

• You have built strong working relationships with clients and Whitetree colleagues. 

• You have demonstrated a strong understanding of Whitetree’s values and quality expectations, and applied these consistently across your work. 

Skills & experience required  

• A detailed understanding of the SAT/DSAT/ADDIE methodology from Analysis to Evaluation.  

• A detailed understanding of the application of JSP 822 and DTSMs (Defence Training Support Manuals 1 - 6).  

• Proven experience in the development of DSAT Design stages 1,2 & 3 elements (or ADDIE equivalent), 

• Experience in the design of blended learning solutions.  

• Experience in the development of digital learning storyboards.  

• Experience of working in online spaces and understanding of digital/eLearning capabilities.  

• Experience gained in the Defence, Rail, Health or Energy sectors.  

• Skilled in stakeholder engagement and client relationship management, with a track record of influencing decision-makers and delivering value-focused solutions.  

• Expertise/Advanced user of Microsoft Office 365.  
• Willingness to learn and grow in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.  
• Located within a commutable distance to Bristol.

• Current right to live and work in the UK. 
• Current SC clearance or willing and eligible to undergo a Security Clearance check. 
• Willingness and ability to work from home and travel for client engagements, including overnight stays away from home around the UK when required. 

Desirable qualities and skills:  

• Experience in the use of digital/eLearning development software e.g. Articulate 360, Adobe Creative Cloud and associated applications.  

• Experience in developing digital/eLearning objects for integration within learning management systems (LMS’) employing as a minimum both SCORM and xAPI standards.  

• A good working knowledge of LMS’ such as MOODLE.  

Life at Whitetree  

At Whitetree, we are proud to provide a collaborative and supportive environment in which you can grow and develop your career, with the chance to work alongside some of the best people in the industry. 

We're proud to have recently become one of the select few Chartered Management Consultancies in the UK. This prestigious accreditation reflects our commitment to the highest standards of professional practice and ethical conduct in consulting. As part of our dedication to your professional growth, we're eager to sponsor suitable candidates on their journey to becoming Chartered Management Consultants themselves. 

Whitetree’s success hinges on hiring great people and creating an environment where we can be happy, feel challenged, and do our best work. We hope that excites you enough to apply. 

Our competitive benefits package includes:   

• 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and your birthday off   

• Flexible working arrangements with an early Friday finish (client-dependent)   

• 6% matched pension contributions   

• All-staff annual bonus scheme   

• Private medical insurance for you, option to salary sacrifice for your family   

• Professional development support, including chartership, mentoring and training budget   

• 4 half-days of paid time for charity work annually   

• £1000 employee recruitment bounty   

• Enhanced maternity & paternity policies  

• Electric car, cycle to work, tech salary sacrifice schemes and exclusive discount vouchers   

Our Commitment to you  

We're proud of our Silver Defence Employer Recognition Scheme Award, reflecting our commitment to fostering an inclusive environment and supporting diverse communities, including the Armed Forces.  

Whitetree values the differences that a diverse workforce brings to the organisation and will not discriminate. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all applicants and employees, building a culture that values openness, fairness, and transparency.  

We are a disability confident employer. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please email talent@whitetree.co.uk.   

I don’t meet the criteria? 

If you don’t meet the role criteria and are still interested in Whitetree careers, contact talent@whitetree.co.uk. 

Compulsory National Security Vetting  

Whitetree jobs are subject to national security vetting. Your eligibility for Security Clearance may be affected by your place of birth, nationality, current or former citizenship, and any residency you hold or have held, or any time you have spent outside of the UK. Please check your eligibility: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/dbs-national-security-vetting-solution-guidance-for-subjects  

Are you ready to join us? Click the apply button now or email talent@whitetree.co.uk for more information. 

• An understanding of the SAT/ADDIE methodology from Analysis to Evaluation.   

• A detailed understanding of the application of JSP 822 and DTSMs (Defence Training Support Manuals 1 - 6).   

• Experience in the development of DSAT Design stages 1,2 & 3 elements (or ADDIE equivalent),  

• Experience in the design of blended learning solutions.   

• Experience in the development of digital learning storyboards.   

• Proven experience in leading and managing complex projects from inception to delivery, ensuring alignment with client objectives, timelines, and quality standards.   
• Experience of working in online spaces and understanding of digital/eLearning capabilities.   
• Experience gained in the Defence, Rail, Health or Energy sectors.   

• Skilled in stakeholder engagement and client relationship management, with a track record of influencing senior decision-makers and delivering value-focused solutions.   

• Expertise/Advanced user of Microsoft Office 365.   

• Willingness to learn and grow in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.   

• SC cleared. 

• Authoring high-quality training proposals and reports  

• Developing DSAT-compliant Training Needs Analysis  

• Designing training programmes and materials  

• Conducting training evaluation  

• Collaborating with client senior management, stakeholders, subject matter experts and colleagues  

• Use of JSP 822 and TNA Standards  

• Human component of Defence Capability and impact on training  

• Development of Competence Frameworks  

• Development of Maritime TNAs that consider:  

• The development and application of mental/physical skills and behavioural attributes.  

• Competence retention and its psychological components  

• Method and media analysis  

• Through-life cost and training risk analysis  

• Conduct of Training Design that includes:  

• Development of Design stages 1,2 & 3 elements; Formal Training Statements and component parts, Assessment and Learning Specifications  

• Appreciation of multiple media development and design 

• An understanding of the SAT/ADDIE methodology from Analysis to Evaluation  

• Experience in the analysis and design of SAT-compliant Individual Training  

• Offer evidence of practical experience in the conduct of TNA in support of Team and Collective Training 

• A proficient understanding of Defence Integrated Logistic Programme 

• Current right to live and work in the UK 

• Current SC clearance * 

• Happy to travel 

• Experience in the use of digital/eLearning development software e.g. Articulate 360, Adobe Creative Cloud and associated applications.  

• Experience in digital/eLearning design and storyboarding. 

• Experience in developing digital/eLearning objects for integration within learning management systems (LMS’) employing as a minimum both SCORM, xAPI and cmi5 standards.  

• Good working knowledge of LMS’ such as MOODLE. 

• Experience of working in online spaces and understanding of digital/eLearning capabilities. 

• Current SC or DV clearance. 

• Able and happy to travel to client sites when needed. 

• Develop lesson plans in line with the agreed lesson specifications and the assessment strategy
• Develop assessments in line with the assessment strategy and assessment specifications
• Deliver DSAT-compliant training in line with approved lesson plans (LPs), training objectives (TOs) and enabling objectives (EOs)
• Facilitate engaging, structured training across: CIS systems and communications protocols, operational coordination and command principles, and secure, complex working environments
• Deliver both classroom-based sessions and scenario-led practical exercises
• Conduct learner assessments and provide clear, structured feedback
• Maintain strict adherence to training design
• Cooperate and coordinate with, and contribute to, ongoing evaluation and assurance activities
• Conduct Train-the-Trainer activities to enable an enduring, client-led solution

• Former Military Signals Instructor
• Proven experience delivering training within a DSAT environment
• Strong CIS background, including:
  • Communications systems
  • Operational coordination
  • Secure environments
• Experience delivering structured, lesson-plan-driven training

• Control room or operational communications experience

• Military instructional qualification (e.g. Defence Trainer Capability) is desirable
• Level 3 Award in Education & Training (or equivalent) is desirable
• Currently SC cleared

• Take pride in instructional discipline and delivery excellence
• Can deliver consistently to a defined standard
• Bring credibility, professionalism, and operational insight
• Understand the importance of getting it right first time, every time

• Influence and support client project delivery through structured planning, monitoring, and control. 

• Manage and deliver contractual requirements to agreed budgets, timelines, and performance standards. 

• Work with project teams to define, interrogate, and refine scopes of work. 

• Prepare, maintain, and govern project plans that support successful delivery. 

• Build strong, collaborative working relationships with Whitetree partners and client stakeholders. 

• Lead business development activity through client engagement, networking, strategic partnering, and bid support. 

• Coach, mentor, and develop colleagues to strengthen capability across the team. 

• Promote positive, effective working relationships across internal and external stakeholders. 

• Defence sector experience is essential, with additional expertise in infrastructure, energy, transport, or technology welcomed. 

• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills. 

• A positive, self‑motivated, and collaborative working style. 

• Strong business development capability, including delivering compelling client presentations, supporting bids/proposals, and identifying new opportunities. 

• Ability to leverage your professional network to generate future opportunities for the team and wider business. 
• Experience or knowledge of export markets, regulations, or processes (advantageous). 
• Essential working knowledge in at least one of: 
• Project Controls & Risk Management expertise 

• PM qualifications (APMP, Prince2, AgilePM etc.) at Foundation level or above 

• Demonstrated capability and experience in Multi‑Domain Operations. 
• Flexible, driven mindset with confidence to embrace challenges. 
• Ability to make sound and timely decisions. 
• Proficient in MSProject, Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint 

• Ideally located within a commutable distance to Bristol 

• Current right to live and work in the UK 

• Current SC clearance 

• Willingness and ability to work from home and travel for client engagements, including overnight stays away from home around the UK when required 

• 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and your birthday off   

• Flexible working arrangements with an early Friday finish (client-dependent)   

• 6% matched pension contributions   

• All-staff annual bonus scheme   

• Private medical insurance for you, option to salary sacrifice for your family   

• Professional development support, including chartership, mentoring and training budget   

• 4 half-days of paid time for charity work annually   

• £1000 employee recruitment bounty   

• Electric car, cycle to work, tech salary sacrifice schemes and exclusive discount vouchers   

• Experience in Project Management and Project Controls, including:

• Supporting project delivery through planning, monitoring, and controlling
• Successfully delivering all contractual requirements within agreed budgets and to performance standards
• Interacting with project teams to define, interrogate, and develop the scope of work
• Demonstrate practical experience in portfolio, programme, and project controls
• Provide estimating, cost control, planning and scheduling, and risk management expertise

• Supply chain management, including:

• Experience in Procurement and Supply Chain management roles, working with a full end to end supply chain – from sourcing to contract placement
• Skilled in leading consultative project interventions
• Experience of Digital Supply Chain transformation

• Happy to work inside IR35
• Southwest location desirable, however not essential
• Willingness and ability to travel to client sites when required
• Current SC or DV clearance