Description:

Brief Introduction:

The Learning & Development (L&D) Manager will be responsible for designing and executing the organizations learning strategy to strengthen capability, building across levels. The role involves conducting training needs analysis, developing and implementing the annual learning plan, managing internal and external training programs, and evaluating training effectiveness. The incumbent will also focus on developing leadership pipelines, promoting self-paced and continuous learning, and fostering a strong learning culture aligned with business goals.

Job Responsibilities:

Learning Strategy & Needs Identification:

- Conduct Training Needs Identification and Analysis (TNI/A) in consultation with business leaders and functional heads.

- Translate organizational and business priorities into a comprehensive learning roadmap.

- Design and implement structured learning interventions, incorporating blended learning approaches such as instructor-led training (internal and external), e-learning, coaching, action learning, and mentoring.

Program Design & Execution:

- Design, implement, and monitor the annual training calendar.

- Build and execute internal programs for first-time managers and middle management.

- Identify and nurture internal subject matter experts to enhance in-house training capabilities and build a culture of knowledge sharing, including creating, delivering, monitoring technical learning content.

- Own and manage learning programs across different levels, including leadership development, functional capability building, and enterprise-wide learning initiatives, ensuring alignment with business goals

Training Delivery & Evaluation:

- Deliver select behavioral and leadership training sessions.

- Assess training effectiveness through post-program evaluations and impact measurement; share actionable insights with stakeholders.

Vendor & Budget Management:

- Identify, evaluate, and manage external training vendors and partners.

- Manage the L&D budget effectively, ensuring ROI on learning initiatives.

Engagement & Communication:

- Develop and publish the L&D newsletter to highlight key learning initiatives and promote a learning culture.

- Drive learner engagement through innovative communication, platforms, and campaigns.

Qualifications:

- Bachelors degree required, Masters in Human Resources or related field preferred.

- 5-9 years of progressive experience in Learning & Development, ideally in pharma, consulting, or other knowledge-based industries.

- Demonstrated experience in designing, implementing, and evaluating learning programs across levels.

- Strong understanding of the end-to-end L&D lifecycle (TNI/A, design, delivery, and evaluation).

- Excellent facilitation and communication skills; ability to conduct behavioral trainings.

- Strategic mindset with business acumen to align learning interventions with organizational goals.

- Proficiency with Learning Management Systems (LMS) and self-paced learning platforms preferred.