Learning & Development Manager

Xepa; Subang Jaya; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Jora Malaysia is seeking a seasoned Leader to drive the Learning & Development strategy within a pharmaceutical company. Based in Subang or Melaka, you will shape annual training plans, lead TNA, and develop a robust competency framework to support business growth.

The role requires a minimum of 8 years in L&D, with at least 3 years in a managerial capacity, and strong stakeholder management and strategic acumen. GMP/ISO knowledge is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in HR, Business, Education, Psychology or related disciplines.
• 8+ years' L&D experience, with at least 3 years in a managerial role.
• Strong experience in L&D strategy, TNA, competency development, talent and succession planning.
• Strong communication, stakeholder management, facilitation and leadership skills.
• Strategic, analytical and results-oriented.
• Good knowledge of HRD Corp requirements.
• Experience in a pharmaceutical or regulated industry is an advantage.
• Train-the-Trainer (TTT) certification is an added advantage.
• Knowledge of GMP/ISO and compliance training is an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the L&D strategy and annual training plan.
• Lead Training Needs Analysis (TNA) and competency gap assessments.
• Develop and maintain the competency framework.
• Drive talent, career and succession development initiatives.
• Design and implement leadership and management development programmes.
• Monitor training effectiveness, learning outcomes and L&D analytics.
• Manage L&D budget, HRD Corp matters and training vendors.
• Promote digital learning and innovative development solutions.
• Lead the L&D team and drive continuous improvement.
• Support Organisation Development and employee engagement initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Facilitation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in HR, Business, Education, Psychology or related

Job description

Jora Malaysia will close on 16th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

Lead the Learning & Development strategy to strengthen employee capabilities, develop talent and leadership pipelines, and support business growth within a pharmaceutical company.

Location: Based in Subang or Melaka

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement the L&D strategy and annual training plan.
• Lead Training Needs Analysis (TNA) and competency gap assessments.
• Develop and maintain the competency framework.
• Drive talent, career and succession development initiatives.
• Design and implement leadership and management development programmes.
• Monitor training effectiveness, learning outcomes and L&D analytics.
• Manage L&D budget, HRD Corp matters and training vendors.
• Promote digital learning and innovative development solutions.
• Lead the L&D team and drive continuous improvement.
• Support Organisation Development and employee engagement initiatives.

About you

• Bachelor's Degree in HR, Business, Education, Psychology or related discipline.
• Minimum 8 years' L&D experience, with at least 3 years in a managerial role.
• Strong experience in L&D strategy, TNA, competency development, talent and succession planning.
• Strong communication, stakeholder management, facilitation and leadership skills.
• Strategic, analytical and results-oriented.
• Good knowledge of HRD Corp requirements.
• Experience in a pharmaceutical or regulated industry is an advantage.
• Train-the-Trainer (TTT) certification is an added advantage.
• Knowledge of GMP/ISO and compliance training is an added advantage.