Learning and Development Manager

JOB SCOPE:As Learning & Development Manager, to set and monitor Corporate learning and development strategies in alignment with business and EMEA L&D strategies and people growth for KSA operations. To drive, plan, lead, and ensure the quality and timeliness of performance support and synchronize with Corporate Learning & Development strategies. Maintain close relationships with different departments to provide effective account services. Coach team members to achieve optimal levels of performance. Monitor the effectiveness and applicability of policies and procedures and take necessary actions for continuous improvement.JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:Work closely with EMEA Learning and Development Manager to identify and review training needs in airport lounges and all outlets to maintain good quality of customer serviceImprove participation and training effectiveness while crafting engagement activitiesPlan and manage initiatives in the learning calendar to ensure timely implementation for Managers, Operational colleagues, Management Trainees, and InternsClosely coach KSA L&D team and Operational Trainers to optimise their skillsets in the right mannerExecute training needs assessments and make necessary recommendations and training solutions, ensuring objectives address company values, business objectives, results, and employee development needsPlan, develop, conduct, and supervise training and development programs according to business needsUpdate training manuals based on operational needsPlan, review, prepare, and monitor the Training Plan and monthly training calendars accordinglyTrain and manage the team of internal trainers to ensure effective delivery of all internal training programsWork closely with external training providers on in-house or public training programsSeek best solutions to improve operational workflow proceduresManage learning program administration and training recordsAssist in setting up new operations and participate in business development initiativesParticipate in ad-hoc projects as assigned by the companyJOB REQUIREMENTS:Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or other disciplinesMinimum 5 years of experience in Learning & Development, including training design and facilitationCertification in branded training products and psychometric tools (MBTI, 360 Assessment, DISC, etc.) is an advantageHands-on experience in e-learning design, career development, and talent managementMature individual with excellent interpersonal and communication skillsFluent in written and spoken English and ArabicCapable of working effectively in a multicultural organizationAbout the CompanyHello! Welcome to Plaza Premium Group, we're people passionate about "Making Travel Better". We are a global company with team members from all walks of life, together we are #PPGFamily, together we are building a legacy.You don't need to be from this industry; you do need to be passionate.Our promise to you:- We will respect and value your background and perspectives- We will work together with integrity- We will share our incredible pride for job, company and industryWhat we ask of you:- Bring passion to all that you do- Listen, move fast and think innovatively- Speak up, have ideas and share them- Believe in customer service, and treating every person with kindnessAs industry leaders in innovating global airport hospitality, you will work with colleagues from all parts of the world for a truly global experience. You will help and craft services and facilities in over 200 locations in more than 60 international airports across the world.Who we are:We were established in HK in 1998 by someone who understood the value of an airport lounge and felt that the experience shouldn't just be limited to a closed-circuit group of travelers. Through the years we have worked incredibly hard to create an experience which is both accessible and quality. Almost 25 years later we now span four core business segments: airport lounges, airport terminal hotels, airport meet & greet services, and a range of airport dining concepts.In addition to our own brands, PPG provides airport hospitality solutions to leading airlines, alliances and corporates around the world. Here are a few names you might recognize: Cathay Pacific Airways, Singapore Airlines, Lufthansa etc.With the future of travel always in sight, we created Smart Traveler, a mobile-app rewards program underpinned by in-house technology. We are fast-moving and always evolving to drive our purpose of making travel better.Join our family today.Together, we'll make travel better.