Head of Learning and Development

HABIB Group; Hulu Kelang; On-site; MYR 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading corporation in Malaysia seeks a Head of Academy / Assistant General Manager for Learning & Development. This role will oversee the development of talent management and learning strategies, ensuring alignment with business objectives. The successful candidate will lead a team to implement effective learning programs and contribute to succession planning and leadership development. Strong leadership and strategic thinking abilities are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in leading Learning & Development and Talent Management.
• Ability to develop and implement learning strategies aligned with business goals.
• Experience in stakeholder management and governance of learning initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Group L&D and Talent Management team.
• Develop the Group L&D strategy in line with business objectives.
• Track and report on L&D effectiveness, impact, and ROI.

Skills

Strong leadership and people development capability

Expertise in Learning & Development and Talent Management

Experience in leadership development and executive-level facilitation

Strategic thinking with strong business acumen

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Job description

Role Purpose

The Head of Academy / Assistant General Manager – Learning & Development is responsible for leading and overseeing the Group’s Learning & Development (L&D) and Talent Management functions. This role ensures the development of people capabilities across all levels of the organization, supports business strategy, and builds a strong talent pipeline aligned with the Group’s goals.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Management

• Lead, develop, and manage the Group L&D and Talent Management team.
• Set direction, priorities, and KPIs for the L&D function.
• Ensure high-quality design, delivery, and evaluation of learning programs.

Learning & Development Strategy

• Develop and implement the Group L&D strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Roll out soft skills programs across the Group, including:
• Customer Experience
• Management and leadership skills (middle to senior management)
• Design and facilitate leadership retreats focused on business strategy, KPI execution, and organizational alignment.

Talent Management & Career Development

• Build and manage structured career paths for all employee levels within the Group.
• Support succession planning, leadership development, and high-potential programs.
• Partner with HR and business leaders to identify capability gaps and future talent needs.

Stakeholder & Business Partnership

• Work closely with senior leaders and business units to ensure learning initiatives support strategic priorities.
• Act as a trusted advisor to leadership on people development and capability building.

Governance & Performance

• Track and report L&D effectiveness, impact, and ROI.
• Continuously improve learning frameworks, tools, and methodologies.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership and people development capability
• Expertise in Learning & Development and Talent Management
• Experience in leadership development and executive-level facilitation
• Strategic thinking with strong business acumen
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills