Assistant Learning & Development Manager

Job description / Role

Mackenzie Jones are working on an exclusive assignment with a well-known company with operations in the Middle East and internationally. They are now looking to recruit an Assistant Learning & Development Manager to join the business.

The Role
The main responsibilities of this role will include:

Identifying training and development needs within the company through job analysis, Performance management system and regular consultation with business managers
Involved in the delivery of the yearly Training Calendar
Carrying out New Hire Orientation programs for all new hires
Responsible for designing and developing training and development programs based on needs as directed by L&D Manager
Design and expand training and development programs based on both the organisation's and the individual's needs
Considering the costs of planned programs and keeping within budgets and assessing the return on investment of any training or development programs
Helping line managers, Field/ Brand trainers & training specialists solve specific training problems, either on a one-to-one basis or in groups;
Monitors and records training activities and programs’ effectiveness for training delivered, as well as keeps track of training costs and participates in preparing reports
Develops and maintains good working relationships with internal and external customers (suppliers and agencies) to ensure prompt resolution of issues.
Ensure that statutory training requirements are met and evaluate training and development programs
Research on new technologies and methodologies in workplace learning
Supervise a team of 1-3 L&D Experts/ officers directly
Support in creation/ planning of the L&D strategies
Help & support in administrative activities of the L&D function
Keeps up to date with latest “best practices” in training design and delivery methodologies
Perform all other duties as assigned to fulfill training needs as and when instructed

Requirements

The ideal candidate:

Experienced trainer/L&D specialist who has been involved with both the design of training and delivery - essential
Training within a Retail/FMCG environment would be highly desirable
English and Arabic - highly desirable
Excellent communication skills - essential
Enthusiastic and positive attitude to work - essential

About the Company

Mackenzie Jones Middle East has decades of recruitment expertise in various industry sectors. Along with a deep understanding of key market sectors and regions, we never forget to treat clients, companies and candidates as individuals who have unique needs.

So we always listen, constantly learn, occasionally challenge and frequently advise. Its all part of a service renowned for its courtesy, consideration and dedication. Based in Dubai since 2006, our office covers the GCC and Levant countries and with the right regional expertise, we are the leading specialists.

Were growing rapidly because people appreciate our honesty, commitment and results.