Assistant Manager & Learning & Development

Marriott Hotels Resorts; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global hospitality leader in Singapore is seeking an Assistant Manager for Learning & Development. This role involves identifying employee training needs, developing effective training programs, and ensuring ongoing training for service excellence. Ideal candidates will hold a relevant degree and have experience in human resources or training. The position supports a diverse team committed to exceptional guest experiences, embodying the company's core values and commitment to inclusion.

Qualifications

• Must have a degree in Human Resources, Hotel Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• Experience in HR, training programs, or related professional area preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in identifying training needs and developing training programs.
• Promote programs and ensure ongoing training for service excellence.
• Evaluate training effectiveness and improve based on feedback.
• Manage training budgets and align with HR financial goals.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Training development

Assessment skills

Education

2-year degree in Human Resources or related major

4-year bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related major

Job description

Assistant Manager, Learning & Development - The Singapore EDITION

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

Assists with identifying and addressing employee and organizational development needs. The position is assist in ensuring effective training is in place to enable the achievement of desired business results. Training programs focus on a variety of topics, including product knowledge, company philosophy, and customer service and leadership skills. Assists in conducting needs assessments, designing and developing training programs and facilitating the delivery of both custom and corporate training programs. Measures the effectiveness of training to ensure a return on investment.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

Education and Experience

• 2-year degree from an accredited university in Human Resources, Hotel and Restaurant Management, Hospitality, Business Administration, or related major; 1 year experience in the human resources or related professional area; certified trainer.
• 4-year bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Hotel and Restaurant Management, Hospitality, Business Administration, or related major; certified trainer; no work experience required.

CORE WORK ACTIVITIES

Assisting with Administering Employee Training Programs

• Promotes and informs employees about all training programs.
• Displays leadership in guest hospitality, exemplifies excellent customer service and creates a positive atmosphere for guest relations.
• Helps employees identify specific behaviors that will contribute to service excellence.
• Ensures employees receive on‑going training to understand guest expectations.
• Uses effective training methods to ensure employees have a good understanding of guest satisfaction and can demonstrate guest satisfaction skills.
• Meets with training cadre on a regular basis to support training efforts.
• Observes service behaviors of employees and provides feedback to individuals and/or managers.

Assisting with Evaluating Training Programs Effectiveness

• Monitors enrollment and attendance at training classes.
• Meets regularly with participants to assess progress and address concerns.
• Partners with operational leaders to assess if employees demonstrate effective technical and leadership skills.
• Reviews comment cards, guest satisfaction results and other data to identify areas of improvement.
• Measures transfer of learning from training courses to the operation.
• Ensures adult learning principles are incorporated into training programs.

Assisting with Developing Training Program Plans and Budgets

• Identifies performance gaps and works with managers to develop and implement appropriate training to improve performance.
• Assists with making any necessary adjustments to training methodology and/or re‑trains as appropriate.
• Aligns current training and development programs to effectively impact key business indicators.
• Assists with establishing guidelines so employees understand expectations and parameters.
• Develops specific training to improve service performance.
• Drives brand values and philosophy in all training and development activities.
• Incorporates guest satisfaction as a component of departmental meetings with a focus on continuous improvement.

Assisting with Managing Training Budgets

• Assists with the development of the Training budget as required.
• Assists with managing budget in alignment with Human Resources and property financial goals.
• Assists with managing department controllable expenses to achieve or exceed budgeted goals.
• Utilizes P-card if appropriate to control and monitor departmental expenditures.

At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non‑discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law.

About the Team

EDITION Hotels combine the visionary genius of boutique hotelier Ian Schrager, the service delivery of a world‑class luxury hotel, and the global reach of Marriott International to create an entirely new experience in the world of hospitality. EDITION delivers the best of both worlds in a delicate balancing act – polish with personality, perfectionism with individualism, and comfort with charisma and charm. The brand targets sophisticated, knowledgeable consumers who understand quality, originality, design, and service excellence, but who want it without limitations – breaking the bounds of convention and demanding an attitude and a feeling wrapped in a package that showcases the exceptional.

But to create this magical experience, we need you. We are looking for outgoing, authentically amazing people who are looking for a place to work that inspires them, challenges them and makes them proud to come to work. A place where service comes from the heart, not from a handbook. A place that delivers a never‑ending theatrical performance that continuously delights and enchants each and every one of our guests.

We invite you to join us today. In joining EDITION, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, beginyour purpose,belongto an amazing globalteam, andbecomethe best version of you.

Job Info

• Job Identification 26009611
• Job Category Human Resources
• Posting Date 01/28/2026, 03:53 AM
• Job Schedule Full time