Assistant Learning & Development Manager

OVERVIEW OF POSITION

The Assistant Learning & Development Manager is responsible in supporting the provision of high-quality training to the specified industry accredited standards to delegates through a varied role. This role includes instructing, assessing, and supporting standardization and quality of training provision. Providing wider assistance to the Learning & Development Manager with the effective management of the Learning & Development team, and working to ensure that all resources are used in the way directed. This role will also support Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) activities and any partner programs with education institutions.

Duties may include but not limited to:

• Provide continuous support to the Learning & Development Manager on a day-to-day basis within their team.
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and guidance to training colleagues, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth within the team.
• Work closely with line management and Talent Management team to assess and identify training needs within the organization.
• Working closely with various departments to align training programs with organizational goals and ensure a cohesive approach to skills development across the company.
• Collaborate with Department Heads to tailor training programs to specific needs.
• Develop training programs and materials that are engaging and effective.
• Organize and facilitate training sessions, workshops, and seminars.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of training programs and make necessary adjustments.
• Ensure training programs comply with legal and company policies.
• Review and revise training materials including Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to remain current with operating processes, procedures and systems.
• Maintain training records and track colleagues’ progress.
• Provide support and guidance to trainers and mentors.
• Understand and demonstrate appropriate actions to build long-term relationships with department managers and customers.
• Actively input to meetings and discussions to further the development of the team.
• Support the Quality Assurance of the company.
• Provide support for internal communication and CSR activities and education partner programs.
• Assist the Learning & Development Manager to ensure the smooth running and best value resourcing of training and delivery.
• Support the deployment of resources in line with the requirements of the Learning & Development Manager enabling the business to have the right employment mix to support future growth/flexibility.
• Seek ways to innovate training methodologies, improve learning processes, and enhance the overall effectiveness of training initiatives.
• Handle any technical training aspects to ensure all training programs meet technical requirements or company expectations.
• Special projects as assigned.
• Support other HR functions as required.

KEY FUNCTIONS

Developing Learning & Development (L&D) Programs & Budgets

• Plan, schedule, and execute training programs to ensure seamless delivery and maximum impact on colleague development
• Address training challenges, identify learning gaps, and make informed decisions to enhance training effectiveness and employee performance
• Assist Learning & Development Manager in managing costs of planned programs within budget 

Evaluating L&D Programs Effectiveness

• Monitor enrollment and attendance at training classes and online
• Meet regularly with participants to assess progress and address concerns
• Assist Departmental Trainers in preparing, conducting departmental training, and assessing accordingly
• Ensure that HODs abide by their responsibilities of associate training against departmental SOPs
• Produce monthly training reports and training & activities calendar for HODs.Administering L&D Programs

Administering L&D Programs

• Analyze the training needs of the Company in general and departments, develop strategies which address needs to present in the Training Budget Plan for Head of HR & General Manager for review
• Observe behaviors of associates and provides feedback to individuals and/or managers
• Establish a training library books, videos, journals, and audio-visual materials to assist trainers in their training programs and for associates’ personal development
• Coordinate with HODs to prepare and conduct such group training programs and software programs as Loyalty Programs, Operational Programs, etc.

Developing & Managing Customer Service Quality Assurance Assessment

• Coordinate with Operational Team to develop the Customer Service Quality Assurance Assessment Program
• Collaborate with Departmental Trainers or other(s) to conduct the assessment
• Measure Customer Service Quality and Improve the service
• Developing & Managing Performance Management

Developing a Performance Management system.

• Develop Handbook and guidelines, deliver training workshop for all related employees.
• Provide guidance, direction and coaching to management and employees, ensuring they have the skills and knowledge to perform their jobs effectively.
• Drive and cascade the Performance Review to all employees.
• Evaluate the Performance Management process to make it improved.

Developing & Managing Colleague Engagement, CSR Activities & Internal Communication

• Organize and coordinate to manage activities for all colleague to engage them to bring more productivity at work.
• Plan and organize the CSR programs of the Company.
• Continuous develop the internal communication channel to keep associates updated with the Company information.