Learning & Development Manager

About the role

Lead the Learning & Development strategy to strengthen employee capabilities, develop talent and leadership pipelines, and support business growth within a pharmaceutical company.

Location: Based in Subang or Melaka

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement the L&D strategy and annual training plan.
• Lead Training Needs Analysis (TNA) and competency gap assessments.
• Develop and maintain the competency framework.
• Drive talent, career and succession development initiatives.
• Design and implement leadership and management development programmes.
• Monitor training effectiveness, learning outcomes and L&D analytics.
• Manage L&D budget, HRD Corp matters and training vendors.
• Promote digital learning and innovative development solutions.
• Lead the L&D team and drive continuous improvement.
• Support Organisation Development and employee engagement initiatives.

About you

• Bachelor's Degree in HR, Business, Education, Psychology or related discipline.
• Minimum 8 years' L&D experience, with at least 3 years in a managerial role.
• Strong experience in L&D strategy, TNA, competency development, talent and succession planning.
• Strong communication, stakeholder management, facilitation and leadership skills.
• Strategic, analytical and results-oriented.
• Good knowledge of HRD Corp requirements.
• Experience in a pharmaceutical or regulated industry is an advantage.
• Train-the-Trainer (TTT) certification is an added advantage.
• Knowledge of GMP/ISO and compliance training is an added advantage.