Learning and Development Partner

Pick n Pay Stores Limited; Durban; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail organization in KwaZulu-Natal is seeking a Learning and Development Partner to deliver tailored learning solutions aligned with the business strategy. Responsibilities include conducting learning needs analyses, designing bespoke learning solutions, and ensuring compliance with skills development regulations. The ideal candidate has a relevant degree, 3-5 years of experience in HR and Learning & Development, and strong facilitation skills. The role promotes a culture of continuous learning to enhance operational capacity.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years in HR and Learning & Development with regional or multi-site exposure.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with HRBP and operational leaders to translate insights into actionable L&D plans.
• Conduct Learning Needs Analyses to identify performance gaps and upskilling opportunities.
• Develop targeted learning experiences addressing regional skill gaps.
• Act as the regional anchor for group-level L&D initiatives, ensuring consistent implementation.
• Monitor Learning Effectiveness and Engagement through regular reporting.
• Ensure Skills Development Compliance with relevant training regulations.

Skills

Conceptual / Abstract / Big Picture Thinking

Facilitation Skills

Engaging Diversity

Organisational Agility

Motivating People

Business Insight

Modelling / Living the Values

Practical Execution Management

Education

Relevant degree in HR, Business, or Psychology

Post-graduate qualification preferred

Job description

Job title : Learning and Development Partner

Job Location : KwaZulu-Natal, Durban Deadline : August 18, 2025 Quick Recommended Links

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• This role is accountable to deliver a regionally or business unit specific tailored learning and development solutions aligned with the business strategy. This role identifies capability gaps, designs and facilitates learning interventions and collaborates with the central L&D practice team to ensure delivery excellence within a decentralised structure.
• The role enables a strong culture of continuous learning while ensuring alignment with national standards and frameworks.
• Relevant degree in HR, Business, or Psychology
• Post-graduate qualification preferred
• 3-5 years in HR and Learning & Development with regional or multi-site exposure

Competencies

Conceptual / Abstract / Big Picture Thinking

Facilitation Skills

Engaging Diversity

Organisational Agility

Motivating People

Business Insight

Modelling / Living the Values

Practical Execution Management

Key Responsibilities

Partner with the Lead HRBP and BU / Regional Leadership :

Collaborate with the HRBP and key operational leaders to understand strategic priorities, workforce challenges and future capability needs specific to the BU / region. Translate these insights into actionable L&D plans that support performance and growth.

Conduct Learning Needs Analyses (LNA) :

Regularly engage with line managers, store leadership and function heads to identify performance gaps and upskilling opportunities. Use data from performance reviews, customer feedback and operational metrics to develop relevant, timely interventions. Focus on key business priorities (e.g. Store Manager mastery, Fresh Food Academy and Frontline capability building)

Design and Deliver Bespoke Learning Solutions :

Develop targeted learning experiences that address regional skill gaps, such as frontline service delivery, product knowledge, compliance training and leadership development. Delivery methods should vary from face-to-face to digital(e-learning) and on-the-job coaching to ensure flexibility and maximum impact.

Embed and Localise Group-Wide Initiatives :

Act as the regional anchor for group-level L&D initiatives, ensuring consistent implementation while adapting content to resonate with local culture, language and store dynamics. Coordinate launch plans, stakeholder briefings and change management communication.

Monitor Learning Effectiveness and Engagement through reporting :

Track participation, completion and learner feedback across interventions. Conduct on-the-ground observations, pulse checks and feedback loops with leaders to assess knowledge transfer and behaviour change then adjust as necessary.

Conduct gap analyses on learning tools (Workday, online platforms) and report on actual vs. target participation and effectiveness

Complete and maintain monthly Regional Learning Dashboards and reports to support decision-making

Ensure Skills Development Compliance :

Work closely with the central L&D governance team to track training records, learner portfolios and progress aligned with the Workplace Skills Plan (WSP) and Annual Training Report (ATR). Drive SETA-aligned processes in the region, including managing external provider partnerships and learnership tracking.

Continuously Improve Learning Practices :

Provide input into the evolution of L&D content, methodologies and facilitator standards based on regional learnings. Contribute case studies, pilot results and best practices back to the L&D Centre of Excellence to inform broader organisational improvements. Collaborate with the Employee Experience team to implement functional learning projects and act as a change agent to improve outcomes

Closing date : 16 AUGUST 2025

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