Assistant Learning & Development Manager

ENNISMORE; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

ENNISMORE is seeking a Learning & Development professional to support the L&D Manager in shaping the annual training plan and programs. The role involves coordinating workshops, inductions, and development initiatives while tracking attendance, feedback and outcomes.

You will help maintain training records, prepare reports, and ensure compliance with standards and Forbes training requirements. A focus on performance, talent development, and employee engagement will drive overall organizational

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Professional certification in L&D, HR, or talent development (e.g., CIPD, SHRM, ATD) is an advantage.
• Experience in an L&D/HR role with exposure to Forbes training/compliance is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the Learning & Development Manager in creating and implementing the annual training plan.
• Coordinate and deliver training programs, workshops, inductions and development initiatives.
• Monitor training attendance, completion, effectiveness and feedback.
• Maintain accurate training records and prepare L&D reports and dashboards.
• Support compliance with training standards, policies and Forbes requirements.
• Assist in performance management, succession planning and talent development.
• Engage employees and managers with learning opportunities and career development.

Skills

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

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Education, Organizational Psychology, Hospitality Management, or related field

Tools

HRIS/LMS platforms

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Job description

Learning amp Development Support the Learning amp 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 amp D reports and dashboards Training amp 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 amp 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 amp Coordination Support and coordinate the activities of the L amp 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

Key Competencies

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

• 3-5 years 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.
• Bachelor's 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.