Training and Development Manager - Apparel Group - Dubai, UAE

Apparel Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 200,880 - 279,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive tax-free salary

Comprehensive medical and health insurance

Employee discounts across all brands

Opportunities for professional development

Collaborative and multicultural work culture

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

The Apparel Group is seeking a Training and Development Manager to oversee learning and development activities across the UAE. The ideal candidate will ensure that training programs are aligned with business objectives and enhance employee performance while leading a team to deliver effective solutions.

This role demands strong leadership and experience in designing large-scale training initiatives. Competitive salary and benefits including medical coverage and employee discounts are offered.

Qualifications

• 6-8 years of experience in training and development, preferably within retail or FMCG.
• Proven experience in designing and implementing large-scale training programs.
• Strong leadership and people management skills with multicultural team experience.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and oversee all training activities.
• Develop new learning and development initiatives.
• Guide and monitor the training team to enhance conversion rates.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Instructional design knowledge

Training evaluation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field

Job description

Position Overview

The Training and Development Manager at Apparel Group is responsible for overseeing all learning and development activities across the UAE and regional markets. This role ensures training programs are aligned with business objectives, enhance employee performance, and support sales goals. The position requires leadership in designing, implementing, and evaluating training initiatives while guiding the training team to deliver effective, cost‑efficient solutions.

Job Details

Location: Dubai, UAE

Industry: Retail

Function: Training / Development

Salary: 18,000–25,000 AED monthly (market estimated)

Job Type: Full‑time

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and oversee all training activities in line with organizational objectives
• Develop new learning and development initiatives tailored to evolving business needs
• Create and implement the annual training calendar across all brands within the group
• Guide and monitor the training team to enhance conversion rates and performance outcomes
• Develop cost‑effective training programs that address employee development needs
• Acquire and deliver product knowledge for new brands in the portfolio
• Review and improve training content to ensure relevance and effectiveness
• Collect and analyze feedback from employees to refine training methods
• Recommend innovative training materials and delivery approaches
• Ensure best practices in training and development are applied consistently
• Measure the impact of training initiatives and maintain detailed training records
• Design and implement training modules for diverse employee groups
• Launch in‑store and leadership programs to enhance staff and management skills
• Conduct store visits to assess retail staff skills and provide feedback for improvement
• Organize third‑party mystery shopping assessments to monitor service quality
• Motivate, lead, and supervise the training team to maintain a culture of learning
• Oversee manpower planning within the training department to ensure adequate resources

Ideal Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
• 6‑8 years of experience in training and development, preferably within retail or FMCG
• Proven experience in designing and implementing large‑scale training programs
• Strong leadership and people management skills with multicultural team experience
• Excellent communication, presentation, and facilitation abilities
• Knowledge of instructional design, e‑learning tools, and training evaluation methods
• Ability to analyze training effectiveness and link outcomes to business performance
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills with attention to detail

Why Join Us

• Competitive tax‑free salary in AED
• Comprehensive medical and health insurance coverage
• Employee discounts across all Apparel Group brands
• Opportunities for professional development and leadership training
• Collaborative and multicultural work culture
• Career growth in one of the GCC's largest retail organizations

About the Company

Apparel Group is a global fashion and lifestyle retail leader headquartered in Dubai, UAE. With over 2,000 stores and 80 international brands, the group has a presence across the GCC and beyond. Its portfolio includes leading names such as Aldo, Tommy Hilfiger, Charles & Keith, Levi's, Skechers, and Calvin Klein. Focused on innovation, customer engagement, and employee development, Apparel Group continues to redefine retail excellence in the region.