Learning & Development Assistant Manager (Strategic & Transformation)

About the role

The Assistant L&D Manager (Strategic & Transformation) plays a pivotal role in shaping the future workforce capabilities across the 5 umbrella companies. This role focuses on identifying learning needs, building competency frameworks, and driving digital/AI transformation initiatives to prepare the organization for international expansion. The successful candidate will design high-impact leadership and upskilling programs while managing the Learning Management System (LMS) and measuring the ROI of L&D interventions.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive capability assessments, competency mapping, and Training Needs Analysis (TNA) across all business units.
• Develop, design, and manage the annual learning and capability development plans tailored to business strategic goals.
• Design, implement, and oversee high-impact learning, leadership development, and workforce upskilling programs.
• Partner with department heads to create Individual Development Plans (IDPs) for Talent & Successor.
• Lead AI and digital capability development initiatives to accelerate AI adoption and digital fluency across the group.
• Manage and optimize the Learning Management System (LMS) to ensure a seamless, data-driven learning experience.
• Explore and integrate modern HR tech tools (e.g., automation workflows) to enhance learning accessibility.
• Evaluate program effectiveness and learning outcomes through solid business impact and ROI measurements.
• Generate executive-level reports and dashboards highlighting capability building progress, AI/Digital adoption metrics, and LMS utilization across the group.
• Utilize data analytics to provide actionable insights and strategic recommendations to the management team for continuous improvement of L&D strategies.

About you

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Education, or related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in L&D with a strong focus on strategy, instructional design, and competency mapping.
• Proven experience managing an LMS and driving digital/AI learning initiatives.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate learning data into business ROI and comprehensive management reports.
• Strategic thinker with strong presentation and stakeholder management skills.