L&D Specialist

Marc Ellis; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading HR consulting firm is seeking a Specialist in Learning & Development. This role involves implementing overall learning plans and initiatives, conducting training needs analysis, and developing training programs to support employee development. The ideal candidate will work closely with HR leadership and functional heads to enhance learning experiences and foster organizational growth in the United Arab Emirates.

Qualifications

• Experience in learning and development activities.
• Strong understanding of HR strategies and policies.
• Ability to collaborate with various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Participate in developing HR strategy and policies.
• Support in developing annual L&D plans.
• Conduct training needs analysis and implement programs.

Skills

Employee development

Training needs analysis

Competency framework implementation

Job description

Job Description

1. General Information:

Job Title: Specialist, Learning & Development Grade: –

Unit: HR Reporting to: Head, Human Resources

2. Job Objective:

To provide all L&D related activities covering implementation of the overall L&D plans and initiatives within Client and providesupport, guidance, and information to function leads and employees as well as support in developing and implementingsuccession plans to ensure business continuity of Clients operations. Also, enhance learning experiences, fosteremployee’s development, and contribute to the growth and success of the Client

3. Key Responsibilities/Duties:

Operational:

• Participate in the development and implementation of Clients’ HR strategy, policies, and guidelines including people’s objectives to attract, retain and develop talent, covering people strategy and culture, rewards, organisational development, talent sourcing and recruitment, performance and career development, learningand development, and HR operations in line with its strategic aspirations and functions’ strategic objectives.
• Support the Head of HR in overseeing the development of annual L&D plans based on the outcomes of the PPM process and proficiency levels of employees against the competency framework and dictionary.
• Participate in reviewing and updating Clients competency dictionary to ensure that competencies reflect businessneeds and any changes in the organization structure.
• Support the Head of HR in the implementation of client’s succession planning framework through defining key Client positions with management, identifying successors based on the defined criteria, and managing the development of successors to successfully perform their new roles.
• Collaborate with functional heads to conduct a training needs analysis, identifying gaps and understand thetraining needs of employees based on functional requirements, annual PPM results and individual learningneeds.
• Assist in the development and implementation of learning and development programs, including training modules, workshops, onboarding processes, and talent development initiatives.
• Collaborate with trainers to ensure that training materials are in line with training course objectives.
• Coordinates with trainers and venue providers to ensure that training is delivered successfully.
• Conduct evaluations and assessments to measure the effectiveness and impact of learning programs, providing recommendations for improvement as needed.
• Lead the development of individual development plans (IDP) for Client employees through incorporating input from the line manager and function heads.
• Assist in the coordination and scheduling of learning events, including arranging venues, catering, travel, and accommodation when required.
• Conduct continuous research and stay up to date with industry best practices, emerging trends, and advancements in the field of L&D.