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Senior Learning and Development Manager

Job Summary

The Senior Learning and Development Manager is a top talent development leader responsible for architecting and executing the comprehensive L&D strategy for the entire organization. This strategic role is responsible for building a skilled, high-performing, and engaged workforce to support our company's growth. As a key partner to the executive team, you will be responsible for leading a team to design and deliver a full spectrum of learning programs—from leadership development to technical and professional skills training—that directly align with our business objectives and foster a nationwide culture of continuous learning.

Duties and Responsibilities

KEY ACCOUNTABILITY

Corporate Learning and Development Strategy

· Develop, own, and execute the complete L&D strategy for the entire company, based on a thorough annual Training Needs Analysis (TNA) conducted in partnership with senior business leaders.

· Design a comprehensive, company-wide learning curriculum that addresses key corporate priorities, including leadership pipelines, functional excellence, and cultural development.

· Act as the primary L&D advisor and strategic partner to the executive leadership team.

Program Design, Curation, and Delivery

· Lead the design, development, and curation of innovative and impactful training programs for all employees, utilizing a blended learning approach (e.g., instructor-led workshops, e-learning, coaching, and on-the-job training).

· Oversee the delivery of all training programs nationwide, ensuring a high standard of facilitation and participant experience.

· Personally facilitate high-level leadership development and strategic workshops as required.

Team Leadership and Management

· Lead, mentor, and develop a national team of L&D specialists, trainers, and coordinators.

· Foster a culture of excellence, creativity, and strong business partnership within the L&D team.

· Manage the team's workload and ensure the effective execution of the annual training calendar.

Performance, Impact Measurement, and Budget Management

· Establish and manage a robust framework to measure the effectiveness and business impact (ROI) of all training initiatives.

· Develop and manage the annual L&D budget for the entire organization, ensuring optimal allocation of resources.

· Prepare and present regular reports on L&D performance and strategic impact to executive leadership.

Vendor and Stakeholder Management

· Oversee the selection and management of external training providers, consultants, and learning technology vendors.

· Build strong, collaborative relationships with department heads across the organization to ensure L&D initiatives are relevant and value-adding.

Technical Competencies and Skills

• Proven ability to develop and execute a high-level, corporate-wide learning strategy that drives business results. • Expertise in modern instructional design methodologies and adult learning principles across various formats (classroom, virtual, e-learning). • Ability to lead, mentor

Education, Trainings and Licenses Required

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Psychology, Education, or a related field. A Master’s degree is a strong advantage. • Professional certifications in training, coaching, or instructional design (e.g., CPTD) are highly desirable. • A minimum of 10-12+ years of progressive experience in Learning & Development, Training, or Organizational Development. • At least 5 years in a significant managerial capacity

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