L&D Project Manager

About the role:

We are seeking an experienced L&D project management manager/associate to be based in Riyadh, KSA. In this role, you will lead end-to-end planning, design, development, and delivery of learning and development initiatives, ensuring projects are executed on time, within budget, and aligned with organizational goals.

Responsibilities:

• Lead project scoping, budgeting, scheduling, and resource allocation for L&D initiatives
• Coordinate cross-functional teams, internal stakeholders, and external vendors to ensure seamless project execution
• Oversee instructional design, curriculum development, and e-learning production
• Manage project risks, issues, and change requests, escalating when necessary
• Track project progress against KPIs, produce status reports, and present updates to senior leadership
• Implement and administer LMS platforms, learning technologies, and virtual training tools
• Facilitate train-the-trainer sessions, workshops, and stakeholder briefings
• Ensure compliance with local regulations, company policies, and quality standards

Required qualifications:

• 5–10 years of hands-on experience in learning & development project management
• Strong technical L&D expertise in instructional design, curriculum development, and e-learning authoring tools
• Proven technical project management skills using methodologies such as Agile/Scrum or Waterfall
• Demonstrated experience designing and delivering instructor-led and virtual training programs
• Proficiency with MS Project or equivalent project management software
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and presentation skills
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Education, Business, or related field

Preferred qualifications:

• PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile certification
• Master’s degree or postgraduate diploma in L&D, Project Management, or related discipline
• Experience working in the KSA or broader GCC region
• Familiarity with learning analytics, performance measurement, and ROI evaluation
• Fluency in English and proficiency in Arabic

Position details

Location: Riyadh, KSA, Saudi Arabia
Industry: IT
Experience required: 5+ years