HR Manager - Learning & Development

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Retirement fund

Performance-related bonuses

Extensive training resources

Industry conferences

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced HR Manager to lead Learning and Development in Polokwane, Limpopo. You will design and implement comprehensive L&D strategies to foster growth, enhance skills, and support organizational development.

You will identify training needs, develop impactful programs, and evaluate outcomes to ensure ROI while staying current with adult learning theory. This hybrid role blends on-site collaboration with remote flexibility.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Human Resources, Education, Psychology, or a related field.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in Learning and Development, with at least 3 years in a management or senior specialist role.
• Proven experience designing and delivering impactful L&D programs for diverse employee groups.
• Strong understanding of adult learning principles, instructional design, and learning technologies (e.g., LMS).
• Excellent project management, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Exceptional communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience managing budgets and vendor relationships.
• Familiarity with South African labor regulations related to skills development (SETA).
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a strategic L&D plan aligned with organizational goals and talent development needs.
• Identify training and development requirements across all departments through needs analysis.
• Design, implement, and manage a diverse range of learning programs including leadership development, technical skills training, and soft skills workshops.
• Oversee the selection and management of external training providers and resources.
• Develop and implement evaluation methods to measure impact and ROI of L&D programs.
• Promote a culture of continuous learning and professional development.
• Manage the L&D budget effectively, ensuring optimal resource allocation.
• Collaborate with HR Business Partners and department heads to support employee career development pathways.
• Stay abreast of the latest trends and best practices in L&D and adult learning theory.

Skills

Project management

Analytical skills

Communication

Facilitation

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master's degree

Tools

Learning Management System (LMS)

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking organization, is looking for a dynamic and innovative HR Manager to lead their Learning and Development (L&D) function in Polokwane, Limpopo. This role is responsible for designing, implementing, and managing comprehensive L&D strategies that foster employee growth, enhance skills, and support organizational development. You will play a key role in identifying training needs, developing impactful learning programs, and ensuring their effectiveness through robust evaluation methods. This hybrid position offers a blend of on‑site collaboration and remote flexibility, allowing for optimal engagement and productivity. The ideal candidate will possess a passion for learning, a strategic mindset, and proven experience in managing L&D initiatives within a corporate setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a strategic L&D plan aligned with organizational goals and talent development needs.
• Identify training and development requirements across all departments through needs analysis.
• Design, implement, and manage a diverse range of learning programs, including leadership development, technical skills training, and soft skills workshops.
• Oversee the selection and management of external training providers and resources.
• Develop and implement effective evaluation methods to measure the impact and ROI of L&D programs.
• Promote a culture of continuous learning and professional development throughout the organization.
• Manage the L&D budget effectively, ensuring optimal resource allocation.
• Collaborate with HR Business Partners and department heads to support employee career development pathways.
• Stay abreast of the latest trends and best practices in L&D and adult learning theory.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Human Resources, Education, Psychology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in Learning and Development, with at least 3 years in a management or senior specialist role.
• Proven experience in designing and delivering impactful L&D programs for diverse employee groups.
• Strong understanding of adult learning principles, instructional design, and learning technologies (e.g., LMS).
• Excellent project management, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Exceptional communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience managing budgets and vendor relationships.
• Familiarity with South African labor regulations related to skills development (e.g., SETA requirements).
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment.

Benefits

This hybrid role, based in Polokwane, Limpopo, offers an attractive salary, a comprehensive medical plan, a retirement fund, and performance-related bonuses. Our client is dedicated to employee growth, providing access to extensive training resources, opportunities to attend industry conferences, and clear pathways for career advancement within the L&D field. The hybrid work model offers flexibility and work-life balance. Join a company that invests in nurturing talent and fostering a culture of learning and development. We provide a supportive team environment and the chance to shape the future capabilities of our workforce.