Gokaldas Exports - Deputy General Manager - Learning & Development

Role Summary :

- We are seeking a dynamic Learning & Development (L&D) leader to design and deliver a comprehensive learning strategy aligned with business goals. The role will partner closely with HR Business Partners (HRBP) and key stakeholders to identify capability gaps and drive impactful learning interventions across both technical and soft skills domains.

- This role requires strong expertise in learning design, program management, and stakeholder collaboration to build scalable and future-ready learning solutions.

Key Responsibilities :

1. Learning Strategy & Design :

- Develop and implement enterprise-wide learning strategy and roadmap

- Build annual learning calendar aligned with business priorities

- Design learning frameworks covering leadership, behavioral, and technical competencies

- Ensure learning solutions are aligned to organizational capability building

2. Business Partnering :

- Partner with HRBPs and business leaders to identify learning needs

- Conduct training needs analysis (TNA) across functions

- Act as a trusted advisor to stakeholders on capability development

- Align learning interventions with business KPIs and performance outcomes

3. Program Management :

- Lead end-to-end learning program lifecycle (design - execution - evaluation)

- Manage multiple learning initiatives across functions and geographies

- Track program effectiveness using KPIs, feedback, and ROI metrics

- Ensure timely delivery of programs within budget and timelines

4. Stakeholder & Vendor Management :

- Work closely with internal stakeholders (CXOs, Business Heads, HRBPs)

- Partner with external learning vendors, consultants, and platforms

- Manage vendor selection, contracts, and quality of delivery

Eligibility Criteria :

Experience :

- 8-10 years of experience in Learning & Development/Talent Development

- Proven experience in business partnering and program management

- Experience working with senior stakeholders

Education :

- MBA / Postgraduate in HR, Learning, or related field

- Certifications in Learning & Development / Instructional Design (preferred)

Key Skills & Competencies :

- Learning Strategy & Instructional Design

- Stakeholder & Business Partnering

- Program & Project Management

- Strong facilitation and communication skills

- Knowledge of LMS, e-learning tools, and modern learning practices

- Analytical mindset with focus on learning impact measurement

Key Deliverables :

- Annual Learning Calendar

- Capability Building Frameworks

- Learning Programs (Leadership + Technical)

- Stakeholder Satisfaction & Business Impact Metrics

- Learning Effectiveness Reports