Head of Learning & Development | HK multi-sector group

King Deux Search & Consulting; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

King Deux Search & Consulting has partnered with a sizeable Hong Kong conglomerate seeking a Head of Learning & Development to lead the group-wide training strategy and execution. Based at the Hong Kong headquarters, you will manage a small L&D team and shape development roadmaps for 300 staff, while supporting Mainland China initiatives.

The role requires 15+ years in L&D/HR, strong vendor management, and fluency in English and Chinese; Cantonese, Mandarin proficiency essential for delivery and

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in Learning & Development or HR with focus on training delivery.
• Experience in conglomerates, property, fashion retail, or large-scale corporate environments is advantageous.
• Ability to partner with Mainland China teams and manage vendor networks.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute an annual L&D strategy and training calendar encompassing mandatory programmes and leadership development.
• Advise senior leadership with year-long development roadmaps aligned with business priorities.
• Oversee external and internal training delivery; source and manage consultants for specialised programmes.
• Guide the in-house L&D team in delivering training for junior to senior staff.
• Design and coordinate team development activities and offsite engagements.
• Lead end-to-end programme management including needs analysis, budgeting, scheduling, and evaluation.
• Collaborate with Mainland China teams to support PRC-based functions and occasional day trips.
• Support group-level ad-hoc initiatives driven by senior executives and new business units.
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external L&D providers.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Vendor management

Strategic thinking

Training delivery

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Learning & Development

Job description

Head of Learning & Development | HK multi-sector group

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About the job Head of Learning & Development | HK multi-sector group

King Deux Search & Consulting is a specialized executive search firm that offers bespoke talent solutions for financial services and commerce. We are committed to not only finding the right opportunity for our candidates but also leaving a legacy that lives on beyond the hiring process.

A sizeable, well-established conglomerate with diversified businesses across Hong Kong and Mainland China is seeking a seasoned Head of Learning & Development to lead and elevate its group-wide training agenda. Based in the Hong Kong headquarters and reporting directly to the Group's top leadership, the successful candidate will manage a small L&D team (Manager + 2 Officers) and drive strategic talent development for a 300-employee Hong Kong office, while supporting ad-hoc initiatives across Mainland China.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute an annual L&D strategy and training calendar that encompass compulsory programmes, capability‑building workshops, leadership development, functional upskilling, and organisation-wide culture initiatives.

Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, diagnosing organisational needs and proposing year‑long development roadmaps aligned with business priorities.

Oversee both external and internal training delivery:

Source, evaluate, and manage external consultants for specialised programmes such as leadership, AI literacy, and executive development.

Guide the in‑house L&D team in delivering communication, customer service, and business skills training for junior and mid‑level staff.

Design and coordinate a portfolio of team development activities and offsite engagements that strengthen collaboration, communication, and cross‑departmental alignment.

Lead end‑to‑end programme management, including needs analysis, proposal planning, budgeting, scheduling, quality control, and post‑training evaluation.

Collaborate with Mainland China teams to support PRC‑based functions, including occasional day trips for onsite training or project execution.

Support group‑level ad‑hoc initiatives driven by senior executives, including newly launched business units, openings, and transformation projects.

Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external L&D service providers to ensure impactful and innovative learning solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Learning & Development, or a related field.

At least 15 years of experience in Learning & Development or HR with a strong training delivery focus; exposure to conglomerates, property, fashion retail, or large‑scale corporate environments is advantageous.

Solid experience designing and implementing training solutions for diverse employee groups from frontline to senior leadership with proven capability to partner with Mainland China teams.

Strong vendor management capabilities and an established network of L&D, leadership, and corporate training providers.

Confident, mature communicator with the credibility to engage senior stakeholders and influence business leaders.

Language requirements:

Written: Strong proficiency in both English and Chinese.

Spoken: Fluent Cantonese, English andMandarinat a professional, training-delivery level (business conversational).

Resourceful, structured, and proactive, able to thrive in a dynamic environment with shifting business priorities.