The Learning & People Development Partner will lead the design and execution of the company's learning and capability development initiatives within a fast-paced scale-up environment. This is a hands-on role focused on building practical, business-driven learning solutions that support rapid growth, operational excellence, and leadership capability. The role will work closely with managers and teams to strengthen performance, embed a culture of continuous learning, and ensure capability keeps pace with the company's scaling ambitions.
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Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute the company's learning roadmap aligned with business growth priorities.
- Partner closely with department heads to identify skill gaps and translate business needs into actionable learning programs.
- Build structured learning journeys covering onboarding, role readiness, soft skills, leadership development, and performance improvement.
- Support the evolution of competency frameworks suitable for a growing scale-up organization.
- Design and deliver practical, high-impact learning programs (workshops, on-the-job learning, peer learning, digital modules).
- Facilitate engaging sessions across teams and levels.
- Support managers in developing coaching and feedback capabilities.
- Implement blended learning approaches suitable for a dynamic, fast-moving business.
- Manage and optimize learning tools and LMS platforms where applicable.
- Track participation, feedback, and performance impact of learning initiatives.
- Introduce measurable KPIs to assess the effectiveness of training programs.
- Continuously improve programs based on business feedback and performance outcomes.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Education, Business, or related field.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in Learning & Development within a scale-up or high-growth environment.
- Demonstrated experience building learning programs from scratch.
- Strong facilitation and stakeholder management skills.
- Experience working closely with business leaders in fast-paced environments.
- Familiarity with modern learning tools and blended learning approaches.
