Assistant Manager – Talent and Leadership Development

Confidential Careers; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Dubai is seeking a Leadership Development Specialist responsible for designing and executing development programs, enhancing leadership capabilities throughout the organization. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, a proficiency in data analysis, and relevant experience in Learning and Development.

Qualifications

• 3-4 years experience in core HR or data-centric roles.
• Experience in Learning & Development and Talent.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute leadership development programs for various levels.
• Analyze talent data to provide insights on leadership effectiveness.
• Manage end-to-end execution of learning initiatives.

Skills

Communication Skills

Data Analysis

Learning & Development Design

Social Acumen

Education

Undergraduate/Postgraduate in any principle

Job description

JOB PURPOSE:

Responsible for designing and executing learning strategies, leadership development programs, and succession planning efforts to empower current and future leaders. Also Collaborate with cross-functional teams and senior leaders to assess development needs, implement impactful leadership programs, and manage succession planning initiatives. The ideal candidate is passionate about people development, has a strong grasp of adult learning principles and talent frameworks, and is experienced in delivering solutions that drive measurable business outcomes.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Support the design and execution of leadership development programs across all levels of the organization, from emerging leaders to senior executives.
• Partner with HR and business leaders to identify talent needs and create targeted development plans aligned with business goals.
• Lead end-to-end execution of learning initiatives including content design, vendor management, facilitation, and program evaluation.
• Manage high-potential programs and assessments (e.g., 360 feedback, leadership inventories, development centers).
• Contribute to the creation and maintenance of the organization’s talent and succession frameworks.
• Analyze talent data to provide insights on leadership effectiveness, development gaps, and pipeline readiness.
• Collaborate with Learning & Development, DEI, and HR Business Partners to ensure alignment of leadership initiatives with broader talent strategy.
• Drive the implementation and usage of learning technology platforms and digital tools to scale leadership development efforts.
• Champion a continuous learning culture by curating and promoting resources that support self-driven leadership growth.

Stay updated on industry trends, tools, and methodologies to bring fresh thinking and innovation to leadership development.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

• Expert communication Skills as the role requires facilitation of critical meetings, sessions and coaching conversations, difficult conversations.
• Data Analysis Skills – able to populate, analyze and use data effectively for proposing enhancement in systems and processes
• Learning & Development Design Experience – (preferred Learning Design Certificate)
• Certified Facilitator(Preferred)
• Social Acumen & Agility: Able to navigate social situations and build influence
• Level – Early-career professionals currently in Specialist or Analyst or coordinator Roles
• Critical Experience – 3-4 YR experience in core HR or Data centric Role
• Critical Experience – 3-4 Years’ experience in L&D and Talent
• Academic Background – Undergraduate/post graduate in any principle