Assistant Learning & Development Manager

The Assistant Learning & Development Manager supports the planning implementation and evaluation of the organizations learning and development strategy. The role works closely with department heads managers and employees to identify development needs coordinate training programs promote continuous learning and ensure compliance with company standards and applicable regulations.

The position also supports employee engagement performance development talent management and the achievement of service and operational standards.

Key Responsibilities

Learning & Development

• Support the Learning & Development Manager in developing and implementing the annual training and development plan.
• Conduct training needs assessments in collaboration with department heads and line managers.
• Coordinate and deliver training programs workshops inductions and development initiatives.
• Monitor training attendance completion effectiveness and employee feedback.
• Support the development of individual development plans and career development initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to improve learning methods content and employee development programs.
• Maintain accurate training records and prepare regular L&D reports and dashboards.

Training & Compliance

• Coordinate mandatory training programs and ensure completion within required timelines.
• Support compliance with organizational training standards policies and procedures.
• Coordinate and monitor Forbes training and compliance requirements ensuring relevant employees receive appropriate training and that records are maintained.
• Assist in preparing departments for internal and external training audits and assessments.
• Monitor training compliance and follow up with departments where required.

Performance & Talent Development

• Support the performance management and employee development processes.
• Work with managers to identify high-potential employees and development opportunities.
• Assist with succession planning talent development and career progression initiatives.
• Support coaching mentoring and leadership development programs.

Employee Engagement

• Support employee engagement initiatives surveys and activities.
• Develop learning initiatives that contribute to employee satisfaction retention and organizational culture.
• Act as a resource for employees and managers regarding learning opportunities and professional development.

Leadership & Coordination

• Support and coordinate the activities of the L&D team.
• Build effective relationships with department heads managers and external training providers.
• Assist with the selection and management of external training providers and facilitators.
• Promote a culture of continuous learning and professional development across the organization.

Qualifications :

• 35 years above of professional experience in Learning & Development Human Resources Talent Development or People Operations preferably with experience in a supervisory or coordinating role.
• Proven experience in designing coordinating and implementing training and development programs.
• Strong knowledge of learning needs analysis instructional methods employee development and training evaluation.
• Experience supporting performance management talent development succession planning and employee engagement initiatives.
• Strong knowledge of training compliance and quality standards with experience in Forbes training and compliance requirements preferred.
• Excellent communication presentation facilitation and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build effective relationships with employees managers and senior stakeholders at all organizational levels.
• Strong leadership organizational project management and time-management skills.
• Proficiency in HR data analysis training metrics reporting and presentation of L&D insights.
• Working knowledge of UAE Labour Law employment regulations and HR compliance requirements.
• Proficiency in HRIS/LMS platforms and Microsoft Office applications particularly Excel Word and PowerPoint.
• Strong ability to manage multiple training programs projects and priorities simultaneously.
• High level of professionalism confidentiality attention to detail and integrity.
• Bachelors degree in Human Resources Business Administration Education Organizational Psychology Hospitality Management or a related field.
• Professional certification in L&D HR or talent development such as CIPD SHRM ATD or equivalent is an advantage.

Key Competencies

• Training & Facilitation
• Learning Needs Analysis
• Talent Development
• Performance Management
• Employee Engagement
• Coaching & Mentoring
• Stakeholder Management
• HR & L&D Analytics
• Project Management
• Leadership & Team Coordination
• Compliance & Quality Standards
• Communication & Presentation

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time