Head - Learning & Development

Gus Education (India) Llp; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Generous leave package

Commuter assistance

Job summary

GUS Education India (GEI) is expanding its Learning & Development leadership to drive strategy, people leadership, and scalable programs across markets. The role oversees the LMS, analytics, and a team of L&D consultants, instructional designers, and language trainers.

With a focus on blended learning, digital solutions, and enterprise-wide adoption, the leader partners with executives to align learning with growth plans and compliance requirements.

Qualifications

• 15+ years in Learning & Development with leadership experience.
• Proficiency in LMS administration, analytics, and process optimization.
• Experience managing global or cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the L&D strategy aligned with growth priorities.
• Lead and mentor the L&D team across global offices.
• Develop a culture of continuous learning and adoption of training resources.
• Oversee design, delivery, and evaluation of training programs across functions.
• Manage LMS platform and analytics, ensuring compliance and impact reporting.
• Collaborate with Recruitment, Business Development, Operations, and Institutional Departments.

Skills

L&D Leadership

Learning Analytics

Stakeholder Management

Team Mentoring

Tools

Microsoft Suite

Power BI

Salesforce CRM

Job description

• GUS Education India (GEI) is the education arm of Global University Systems, a leading Global Education conglomerate. Established in 2017, GEI boasts a portfolio of over 35 Institutions and collaborates with prestigious universities and institutions worldwide, offering educational services that enhance their operations and impact
• As a frontrunner in building digital eminence for a suite of academic brands, GUS EducationIndiaisarapidlygrowingorganizationthatbelievesinachievingsuccess through innovation.

Nature of The Job

This role oversees all learning initiatives supporting both recruitment channels — Conversion and Business Development — and plays a pivotal role in aligning L&D efforts with the organization Goal.

JOBPURPOSE

This role responsible for strategy, people leadership, process optimization, adoption, and performance reporting, ensuring that learning programs are impactful, scalable, and embedded into business operations. This role will manage a team of L&D consultants, instructional designers, and language trainers, and will oversee the LMS platform that hosts all training modules across markets.

Organizational Structure

KEYACCOUNTABILITIES

Leadership and Strategy

• Define and execute the L&D vision and strategy aligned with the growth priorities of the International Commercial Department.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the L&D team — ensuring high engagement, accountability, and innovation.
• Build a culture of continuous learning, encouraging adoption of training resources and professional development across all global offices.
• Partner with senior leadership to forecast learning needs and embed capability-building initiatives into business roadmaps.

Learning Design and Implementation

• Oversee the design, delivery, and evaluation of training programs across recruitment, conversion, and business development functions.
• Ensure alignment of training modules with process standards, sales goals, and institutional compliance requirements.
• Leverage adult learning principles, blended learning methodologies, and digital solutions to enhance learning effectiveness and accessibility.
• Continuously evolve the learning portfolio to include leadership, functional, and compliance training programs.

LMS and Process Management

• Implement process standards for training creation, publishing, and lifecycle management.
• Drive module adoption and completion rates through communication campaigns and
• Ensure integration of LMS analytics with performance management and reporting tools

Stakeholder Engagement and Collaboration

• Collaborate with key stakeholders across Recruitment, Business Development, Operations, and Institutional Departments to identify learning gaps and priorities.
• Serve as a bridge between global operations and L&D, ensuring all learning programs reflect current systems, tools, and processes.
• Partner with internal experts and external vendors for language training, skill certifications, and professional development initiatives.

Performance, Transparency, and Reporting

• Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) for learning effectiveness, adoption, and ROI.
• Deliver quarterly reports to senior leadership summarizing learning engagement, completion rates, and impact analytics.
• Foster transparency in L&D operations by publishing dashboards and updates on key milestones, new courses, and training achievements.

Continuous Improvement and Innovation

• Introduce best practices in digital learning, automation, and content personalization.
• Implement regular reviews and feedback loops to refine learning materials and align with evolving organizational goals.
• Promote experimentation with microlearning, AI-based learning tools, and adaptive learning journeys.

DesiredProfile

• Proven success in leading L&D strategy, content design, and adoption in a global or
• Strong understanding of LMS administration, learning analytics, and process optimization.
• Demonstrated experience managing and mentoring L&D professionals and trainers.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills across global teams.

ExperienceandSkills

• 15+ years of experience in Learning & Development, with at least 5 years in a leadership role capacity managing cross-functional or international teams.
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite, Power BI, and other reporting/visualization tools.
• Familiarity with Salesforce CRM and digital learning tools is an advantage .

GUS VALUES

• This role is a full-time position with a competitive salary and benefits package. GEI is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
• There is an expectation that employees will maintain the values of the Group and will comply with the code of conduct as well as equality, diversity, health, safety policies of the company

BENEFITS

• At GUS Education India, GEI we want employees to feel comfortable, bringing their passion, creativity, and individuality to work. We truly believe that diverse culture, backgrounds, and experiences drive innovation.
• The company offers comprehensive medical insurance to its employees, which includes hospitalization, accidental insurance, term insurance and Gratuity, which is over and above the compensation.
• Pick-up & drop will be provided at all locations within the Outer Ring Road (ORR) or up to 16 km from the GEI office.
• The company acknowledges the importance of mental and physical well-being and the need for rest and relaxation. Workdays are Monday to Friday and a comprehensive leave package for employee well-being is offered, which includes 5 days of sick leave, 5 days of casual leave,24 days of earned leave, 1 day of Happiness Leave, apart from 10 days of statutory leave, totaling to 45 days’ time off in a year.