Learning & Development Lead

Job Title: Learning & Development Lead Company: Al Masaood Job Category: SAP SUCCESSFACTORS Roles & Responsibilities: Role Purpose To lead the operational delivery and business partnering of Group Learning \& Development, ensuring effective execution of learning programs, workforce capability initiatives and L\&D processes across Al Masaood Group, in alignment with business priorities and Group frameworks. Core Responsibilities * Partner with HR and business stakeholders to identify learning capability needs and translate business priorities into relevant learning solutions * Lead the end\-to\-end delivery of L\&D activities, including learning plans, program implementation, communications, LMS administration, reporting and evaluation. * Use Performance Management outcomes and TNA findings to identify capability gaps and translate them into targeted learning interventions, working with HR Manager/ business stakeholders to address capability gaps. * Drive learning adoption and implementation of Group learning initiatives, engaging stakeholders and supporting effective uptake across the business. * Support in driving leadership and talent development initiatives, including succession\-related development and targeted capability\-building programs, in collaboration with the L\&D Manager, Business \& HR stakeholders. * Implement \& monitor L\&D frameworks, policies, and processes ensuring consistent application, governance, compliance system integrity \& data accuracy across the group * Lead and deliver cross\-functional L\&D projects, initiatives, critical rollouts, coordinating stakeholders and driving implementation, adoption and timely execution across the Group. * Manage L\&D budget administration, including vendor selection, onboarding, performance monitoring, spend tracking and forecasting, ensuring value for money * Develop \& generate report on L\&D performance, effectiveness, maintaining regular dashboards and management reports covering learning activity, participation, completion, spend, adoption \& key outcomes. * L\&D business partnering and learning needs analysis * Learning framework policy development \& process governance * Strong data interpretation \& reporting capabilities * Expert in written and verbal communication skills * Stakeholder management and influencing skills * Knowledge of HRIS/LMS platforms, preferably SAP SuccessFactors * Project coordination \& cross\-functional collaboration * Budget Planning, forecasting \& monitoring * Knowledge of Performance Management and performance\-based development * Formal training in Learning \& Development, instructional design, or adult learning methodologies * Learning evaluation \& effectiveness * Talent Management and succession planning frameworks * Stakeholder management and influencing skills * L\&D governance and policy implementation Work Location: Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates Availability: Full time

Qualifications and Experience * Minimum of 5\+ years of experience in L\&D, Talent Management, or related HR function * Proven experience in L\&D business partnering, learning needs analysis and translating business requirements into learning capability solutions. * Strong background in developing \& implementing L\&D policy frameworks, process \& Service standards * Experience in managing end\-to\-end learning operations, including learning plans, program delivery, vendor management, LMS administration, reporting and learning effectiveness. * Proficiency with HRIS/LMS platforms, preferably SAP SuccessFactors, with an understanding of system processes, workflows \& data integrity. * Ability to evaluate learning effectiveness and use data and insights to improve learning solutions and demonstrate business impact. * Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) in Human Resources, Business Management, Organizational Development, or a related field * Master’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or Organizational Psychology field is an advantage * Relevant professional certifications (e.g., CIPD level 5/7, SHRM, ATD) are an advantage * Knowledge of HR systems (e.g., SAP Success Factor, Oracle or similar platforms) is preferred Key Skills: SAP SuccessFactors Salary: Not disclosed