Senior Executive - Talent Development

MR DIY International; Seri Kembangan; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

MR DIY International is seeking a Senior Executive - Talent Development to support planning, coordination, and delivery of Learning & Development initiatives across MR DIY's regional markets. Working closely with the HR team, this role contributes to executing L&D programmes that build capability across the Group's regional markets.

This high-visibility role emphasizes facilitation, program management, and data-driven evaluation, with exposure to multi-country talent development across Southeast

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field is required.

Responsibilities

• Support the planning and coordination of L&D programmes and initiatives in line with the annual training calendar and business priorities.
• Assist in designing blended learning journeys (digital, classroom, on-the-job, coaching) for diverse employee segments.
• Coordinate aspects of training programmes with external training vendors—scheduling, venue arrangements, participant communications, and post-training follow-ups.
• Help maintain and update the L&D calendar, ensuring smooth execution of planned programmes and timely communication to employees.
• Support the delivery of leadership development programmes targeting emerging talent, mid-level managers, and senior leaders.
• Assist in administering Individual Development Plans (IDPs) by liaising with employees.
• Support initiatives to promote digital learning tools and encourage employee participation in self-directed learning.
• Track and report key L&D training attendance, completion rates and post training feedback analysis.
• Support the conduct of Training Needs Analysis (TNA) across business functions by gathering data, feedback and preparing summary reports.

Skills

Facilitation

Communication

Cross-functional coordination

L&D knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources/Organisational Psychology/Education/Business Administration

Job description

The Senior Executive - Talent Development plays a key role in supporting the planning, coordination, and delivery of Learning & Development (L&D) initiatives across MR DIY. Working closely with the broader HR team, this role contributes to the execution of L&D programmes that build capability across the Group's regional markets. This is a high-impact, high-visibility role for a passionate L&D professional who thrives at the intersection of people, performance, and innovation.

Job Responsibilities

Programme Coordination & Implementation

• Support the planning and coordination of L&D programmes and initiatives in line with the annual training calendar and business priorities.
• Assist in designing blended learning journeys (digital, classroom, on-the-job, coaching) for diverse employee segments
• Coordinate aspects of training programmes and with external training vendors — scheduling, venue arrangements, participant communications, and post-training follow-ups.
• Help maintain and update the L&D calendar, ensuring smooth execution of planned programmes and timely communication to employees.

Talent & Leadership Development Support

• Support the delivery of leadership development programmes targeting emerging talent, mid-level managers, and senior leaders.
• Assist in administering Individual Development Plans (IDPs) by liaising with employees .
• Support initiatives to promote digital learning tools and encourage employee participation in self-directed learning

Tracking, Reporting & Evaluation

• Track and report key L&D training attendance, completion rates and post training feedback analysis
• Support the conduct of Training Needs Analysis (TNA) across business functions by gathering data, feedback and preparing summary reports.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Organisational Psychology, Education, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum 2-3 years of progressive experience in Learning & Development
• Experience in supporting the delivery of L&D programmes .
• Good facilitation and communication skills, comfortable presenting to small groups and coordinating with cross functional stakeholders
• Basic understanding of instructional design principles and learning methodologies.

Preferred

• Experience in the retail, FMCG, or fast-paced consumer industry.
• Exposure to multi-country or regional talent development programmes across Southeast Asia.
• Ability to communicate in Bahasa Malaysia and/or Mandarin is an added advantage.

At MR DIY International, we're more than a global home improvement brand, we're a catalyst for ambitious talent ready to grow beyond borders.

With over 5,000+ stores across 15 countries globally, we offer unmatched international exposure to those looking to build a meaningful, global career.

From retail operations and merchandising to strategy, tech, and supply chain. Your work here shapes how millions of customers shop every day.