Senior Specialist : Learning & Development

Absa Bank; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

Absa Bank is seeking a Senior Specialist: Learning & Development to design innovative learning strategies that enhance individual and team performance. The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor's degree and relevant experience, contributing to the bank's growth as a leading financial services provider.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in a similar role within fast-paced environments.
• Experience in banking or consulting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver learner-centric solutions.
• Partner with HRBPs for analysis and scoping of L&D components.
• Ensure global consistency in L&D strategies.

Skills

Innovative design

Data-informed solutions

Generative AI

Design thinking

Leadership capabilities

Education

Bachelor's degree in Commerce or related fields

Advanced diplomas in Education, Training, and Development

Job description

Type : Full time

Posted on : Yesterday

Application deadline : June 5, (7 days left to apply)

Job Requisition ID : R-

Empowering Africa's tomorrow, together… one story at a time. With over years of rich history, we are positioned as a local bank with regional and international expertise.

Joining our family offers the opportunity to be part of an exciting growth journey, shaping our future as a proudly African group.

Job Summary

The Senior Specialist: Learning & Development provides advice and support in practice formulation and improvement tactics, partnering with HRBPs and business leaders to design, implement, and drive impactful, future-focused learning strategies that empower individuals and teams to excel.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Commerce or related fields, with 5-7 years of experience in a similar role within fast-paced environments such as banking or consulting.

Job Description

This role involves designing and delivering innovative, data-informed, learner-centric solutions that build skills and leadership capabilities, leveraging emerging technologies like Generative AI and design thinking principles to ensure learning aligns with business needs and accelerates performance.

Accountabilities

• Provide advice and support in practice formulation and improvement tactics for learning and development.
• Partner with HRBPs and LLD to support analysis and scoping of L&D and talent management components aligned with CIB Strategy.
• Ensure global consistency and execution of all L&D objectives and strategies in partnership with HRBPs and LLD.

Education

Bachelor's degrees and advanced diplomas in Education, Training, and Development are required.

Absa Bank Limited is an equal opportunity employer.

Preference will be given to candidates from designated groups to promote workforce diversity.

The bank reserves the right not to fill the position.

About Us

Absa Group Limited is listed on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange and is one of Africa's largest financial services groups, offering a wide range of banking and financial products across multiple countries, with operations and offices globally.