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Learning and Development Specialist

Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities

Job Title: Learning & Development Specialist (Senior Level)

Job Summary

We are seeking a strategic and experienced Learning & Development Specialist (Senior Level) to lead the design, delivery, and evaluation of high-impact learning programs that support employee growth, leadership development, and organizational capability. This role will play a key part in shaping learning strategies, building competency frameworks, and driving a continuous learning culture across the organization. The ideal candidate will bring strong expertise in instructional design, leadership development, and enterprise-wide training initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design and implement enterprise-wide learning strategies that align with business goals and workforce planning.

  • Develop and deliver structured training programs including leadership development, upskilling, and compliance training.

  • Lead the learning needs assessment process in collaboration with senior management and department heads.

  • Create engaging, competency-based learning content using blended methodologies (e-learning, in-person, microlearning).

  • Oversee and optimize the Learning Management System (LMS) and ensure accurate training records and reporting.

  • Evaluate program effectiveness using analytics, ROI metrics, and feedback, and continuously improve based on results.

  • Manage learning vendors and external facilitators to deliver specialized training programs when needed.

  • Support career development frameworks, succession planning, and talent reviews.

  • Serve as a consultant to HR and business leaders on learning strategy, capability building, and change enablement.

  • Stay current with learning trends, digital tools, and best practices in organizational development.

Key Focus Areas

  • L&D strategy, program design, and execution

  • Leadership development and talent acceleration

  • LMS management and learning analytics

  • Organizational capability building and skills mapping

  • Stakeholder engagement and cross-functional alignment

  • Learning innovation and digital learning solutions

Qualifications & Experience

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Human Resources, Education, Instructional Design, or a related field

  • 6–8+ years of progressive experience in Learning & Development, including strategic design and facilitation

  • Strong expertise in adult learning theory, competency modeling, and performance consulting

  • Advanced knowledge of LMS platforms (e.g., SAP SuccessFactors, Cornerstone, Workday Learning)

  • Proficiency in instructional design tools (e.g., Articulate, Canva, Adobe Captivate)

  • Excellent facilitation, communication, and stakeholder management skills

  • Experience developing learning frameworks for mid-to-large organizations

  • Relevant certifications in L&D, coaching, or instructional design (e.g., CPLP, ATD, CIPD) preferred

Job Detail
  • Work Type: Full Time
  • Languages to be known :
  • Country: United Arab Emirates
  • City: Dubai
  • Job Category : General Administration Management