Learning and Development Manager

2 months ago


Dubai, United Arab Emirates The Mattress Store Full time

**Job brief**

We are seeking a passionate Learning and Development (L&D) Manager to support the growth and development of our employees.

As an L&D Manager, you will play a crucial role in helping individuals enhance their skills and knowledge.

Strong communication skills are essential in effectively guiding employees through their learning journey.

If you have experience in designing e-learning courses and managing budgets, we would be thrilled to meet you.

By providing training and development opportunities, you will contribute to our company’s success and ensure that our employees are equipped with the necessary skills to excel in their roles.

Join us in fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.

**What is a Learning and Development (L&D) Manager?**

A Learning and Development (L&D) Manager is responsible for designing and implementing learning strategies, managing training programs, and developing employees' skills and knowledge within an organization.

**What does a Learning and Development (L&D) Manager do?**

A Learning and Development (L&D) Manager develops and executes learning strategies, designs and delivers training programs, assesses development needs, and tracks learning effectiveness. They collaborate with employees and managers to support career development and manage budgets and vendor relationships.

**Learning and Development Manager responsibilities include**:

- Developing and implementing learning strategies and programs
- Designing e-learning courses, career plans, workshops and more
- Maintaining budgets and relationships with vendors and consultants

**Responsibilities**
- Create and execute learning strategies and programs
- Evaluate individual and organizational development needs
- Implement various learning methods companywide (e.g. coaching, job-shadowing, online training)
- Design and deliver e-learning courses, workshops and other trainings
- Assess the success of development plans and help employees make the most of learning opportunities
- Help managers develop their team members through career pathing
- Track budgets and negotiate contracts
- Hire and oversee training and L&D Specialists

**Requirements and skills**
- Proven experience as an L&D Manager, Training Manageror similar
- Current knowledge of effective learning and development methods
- Familiarity with e-learning platforms and practices
- Experience in project management and budgeting
- Proficient in MS Office and Learning Management Systems (LMS)
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills; sharp business acumen
- Ability to build rapport with employees and vendors
- BSc/BA in Business, Psychology or a related field
- Professional certification (e.g. CPLP) is a plus

**Frequently asked questions**

**What does a Learning and Development (L&D) Manager do?**

A Learning and Development (L&D) Manager designs and implements learning strategies, manages training programs, and develops employees' skills and knowledge within an organization.

**What are the duties and responsibilities of a Learning and Development (L&D) Manager?**

The duties and responsibilities of a Learning and Development (L&D) Manager include creating learning strategies, evaluating development needs, designing and delivering training programs, assessing learning effectiveness, and managing budgets and vendor relationships.

**What makes a good Learning and Development (L&D) Manager?**

A good Learning and Development (L&D) Manager possesses excellent communication and negotiation skills, a strong business acumen, current knowledge of learning and development methods, and proficiency in project management and budgeting.

**Who does a Learning and Development (L&D) Manager work with?**

A Learning and Development (L&D) Manager works with employees at all levels within an organization, as well as managers, HR professionals, and external training vendors and consultants.

**What skills should a Learning and Development (L&D) Manager have?**

A Learning and Development (L&D) Manager should have skills in learning strategy development, training program design and delivery, project management, budgeting, communication, negotiation, and proficiency in software tools such as MS Office and Learning Management Systems (LMS).

**Salary**: From AED8,000.00 per month

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Dubai: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- L&D (preferred)

License/Certification:

- driver's lisense (preferred)
- certification for the job (preferred)

Willingness to travel:

- 25% (preferred)


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