Talent Development Manager

RTC1 Recruitment Services; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury hotel in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Learning & Development Manager to lead training initiatives and enhance employee capabilities. The ideal candidate must hold a Bachelor’s in HR or Hospitality, with 3-5 years of experience in luxury hotels. This role offers a competitive salary, housing, and transportation.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

One bedroom apartment

Transportation provided

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in L&D or Talent Development in luxury hotels.
• Strong communication, facilitation, and coaching skills.
• Proficient in modern HR systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead L&D activities across the property.
• Conduct quarterly L&D needs analyses and prepare plans.
• Coach and oversee On-Job Trainers.

Skills

Coaching

Training program development

Performance management

Digital learning tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or Hospitality Management

Master’s degree (preferred)

Job description

Employment Type:Full Time

Salary: Competitive salary package depending on experience and qualifications plus one bedroom apartment and transportation

Job Location:Abu Dhabi, UAE

About the Client:

A 5-star luxury hotel in Abu Dhabi that embodies a perfect blend of heritage, modern luxury, and exceptionalservice.

Job Description:

• Lead all Learning & Development (L&D) activities across the property, including onboarding of new hires, off-job and on-job training programs, and development of in-house modules aligned with Group Training standards.
• Conduct quarterly L&D needs analyses and prepare data-driven quarterly plans to address real business requirements and enhance organizational capability.
• Coach and oversee On-Job Trainers, ensuring effective delivery, monitoring, and continuous improvement of training programs through structured tools and follow-ups.

Collaborate with HR to drive performance management, support Personal Development Plans (PDPs), and ensure timely submission of monthly L&D calendars and reports

Skills

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Hospitality Management, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• Minimum 3-5 years of L&D or Talent Development experience in luxury or 5-star hotels
• Expertise in designing and delivering training programs, leadership development initiatives, and performance management systems
• Strong proficiency in modern HR systems, digital learning tools, and competency frameworks, combined with excellent communication, facilitation, and coaching skills.