Assistant Manager, Learning & Talent Development

About the Role

We are seeking a dynamic and results-oriented Assistant Manager, Learning & Talent Development to drive the planning, implementation and continuous improvement of EON's learning, talent development and internship initiatives.

This role is responsible for managing learning programmes, talent development activities and the company-wide internship programme while ensuring compliance, governance and effective utilisation of learning resources. The successful candidate will also support digital transformation initiatives and leverage data analytics to enhance learning effectiveness and talent outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Learning & Development

• Conduct Learning Needs Analysis (LNA) and develop annual learning plans aligned with business needs.
• Manage end-to-end learning programmes including leadership, behavioural, functional and technical development initiatives.
• Coordinate training delivery through classroom, virtual, coaching and blended learning approaches.
• Evaluate training effectiveness and recommend continuous improvements based on learning outcomes and business impact.

Talent Development

• Support talent review, succession planning and leadership development initiatives.
• Assist in implementing talent assessments and individual development plans.
• Partner with HR Business Partners and business leaders to strengthen talent pipelines.

Internship Programme Management

• Manage EON's company-wide internship programme from workforce planning, recruitment, onboarding and placement to performance monitoring and programme completion.
• Liaise with universities, colleges and internal stakeholders to ensure a positive internship experience.

HRD Corp & Compliance

• Manage HRD Corp grant applications, claims and levy utilisation.
• Maintain training records, documentation and audit requirements.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and relevant HRD Corp guidelines.

Budget, Vendor & Stakeholder Management

• Monitor training and internship budgets within approved allocations.
• Manage training vendors and service providers to ensure quality and cost-effectiveness.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to support learning and talent initiatives.

Digitalisation & Analytics

• Utilise HR systems, SharePoint, Power BI and other digital tools to improve processes and reporting.
• Develop dashboards and maintain accurate learning and talent data.
• Drive process improvements through automation and digital solutions.

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Requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Human Resource Development, Business Administration, Psychology, Education or a related field.

Experience

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in Learning & Development, Talent Development or HR programme management.
• Proven experience in managing end-to-end learning programmes independently.
• Experience in internship or early-career programme management will be an added advantage.

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong understanding of:

  • Learning Needs Analysis (LNA)
  • Adult learning principles
  • Training design and evaluation
  • HRD Corp processes and requirements
  • Budget and vendor management
  • Learning governance and compliance
  • HR analytics and reporting
  • Digital learning platforms and HR systems

Key Competencies

• Learning agility and business acumen

• Programme and project management

• Stakeholder engagement and influencing skills

• Strong analytical and digital capabilities

• Excellent communication and facilitation skills

• Accountability, leadership and continuous improvement mindset

  Why Join Us?

  • Opportunity to shape learning and talent development strategies across the organisation.
  • Exposure to leadership development, succession planning and workforce capability building.
  • Collaborative and dynamic working environment.
  • Opportunity to lead digitalization and analytics initiatives within Human Capital.