L&D Specialist

Novel Office; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

Novel Office is seeking a Learning and Development Specialist to design, deliver, and optimize training programs that empower employees to grow. You will drive onboarding, skill-building workshops, and ongoing learning initiatives, ensuring accessible and engaging resources across the organization.

The role emphasizes instructional design, adult learning principles, and hands-on content development, with responsibilities spanning coordination, data collection, and LMS administration in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Education, Psychology, Business, or related field.
• 0-1 years of experience in learning and development, training coordination, instructional design, or related role.
• Experience delivering and supporting training programs in a corporate environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, schedule, and facilitate training sessions (in-person and virtual).
• Deliver onboarding programs and skill-building workshops for employees at various levels.
• Assist in designing learning content and training materials (presentations, guides, e-learning modules).
• Collaborate with managers and HR to identify skills gaps and training needs.
• Manage learning logistics including invitations, registrations, venues, and materials.
• Maintain accurate training records and reports; assist LMS administration.
• Collect feedback and evaluate training effectiveness; identify improvements.
• Promote awareness of learning resources and culture of continuous development.

Skills

Adult learning principles

Instructional design

Facilitation & presentation

Organization & coordination

LMS familiarity

Communication & interpersonal skills

Microsoft Office

Content development tools (Canva)

Authoring tools (Articulate)

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR / Education / Psychology / Business

Tools

LMS

Canva

Articulate

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are seeking a passionate and driven Learning and Development Specialist to support the growth and development of our employees through impactful learning experiences. This role will be instrumental in executing learning initiatives, delivering training sessions, supporting content development, and ensuring employees have access to engaging learning resources. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of adult learning principles, instructional design, and a hands‑on approach to employee development.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Training Execution & Facilitation:

• Coordinate, schedule, and facilitate training sessions (in-person and virtual).
• Deliver onboarding programs and skill-building workshops for employees at various levels.
• Ensure training materials are prepared, relevant, and up to date.

Learning Content Development:

• Assist in designing learning content and training materials (presentations, guides, e-learning modules, etc.).
• Work with subject matter experts (SMEs) to translate complex topics into clear, engaging learning formats.
• Customize content to suit different learning audiences and styles.

Needs Assessment Support:

• Collaborate with managers and HR to identify skills gaps and training needs.
• Help collect and analyze data from surveys, feedback forms, and performance metrics to support training priorities.

Learning Administration:

• Manage learning logistics including invitations, registrations, venues, and materials.
• Maintain accurate training records and reports.
• Support the administration of the Learning Management System (LMS), including course uploads, user management, and tracking completion.

Learning Evaluation & Improvement:

• Collect participant feedback and evaluate training effectiveness.
• Analyze data to identify trends and make recommendations for improvements.
• Continuously refine content and delivery methods based on learner feedback and outcomes.

Learning Culture Enablement:

• Promote awareness of available learning resources and encourage self-directed learning.
• Support internal campaigns and communications around learning initiatives.
• Champion a positive learning environment and foster a culture of continuous development.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Education, Psychology, Business, or a related field.

Experience:

• 0-1 years of experience in learning and development, training coordination, instructional design, or a related role.
• Experience delivering and supporting training programs in a corporate environment.

Skills & Competencies:

• Knowledge of adult learning principles and instructional design best practices.
• Strong facilitation and presentation skills.
• Excellent organizational and project coordination abilities.
• Familiarity with Learning Management Systems (LMS) and digital learning tools.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Tech-savvy with proficiency in Microsoft Office and/or content development tools (e.g., Canva, Articulate, etc.).