Senior Specialist - Learning & Development

We are seeking an energetic, innovative, and highly motivated Senior Specialist - Learning & Development to lead and transform our learning culture across the organization.This is a unique opportunity for a passionate L&D professional to take ownership of the function, build impactful learning initiatives from the ground up, and drive the future of employee development in a fast-paced healthcare environment.About the RoleReporting to the Senior HR Manager, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and evaluating learning and development strategies that support organizational goals, strengthen employee capability, and foster a culture of continuous learning. You will work closely with leaders across the business to identify development needs, introduce innovative learning solutions, and elevate the overall employee experience. Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and execute the organization's Learning & Development strategy.Build, enhance, and manage onboarding, leadership, compliance, and professional development programs.Conduct training needs analyses and identify capability gaps across departments.Drive employee engagement through innovative learning initiatives and career development pathways.Manage and optimize the Learning Management System (LMS).Measure training effectiveness and provide meaningful insights and reporting.Partner with business leaders to support talent development and succession planning.Manage external training providers and learning partnerships.Ensure all learning programs align with healthcare regulatory and accreditation requirements. What We're Looking ForBachelor's degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Education, or a related field. Master's degree preferred. Demonstrated experience designing, implementing, and evaluating learning and development programs. Strong knowledge of instructional design principles, adult learning methodologies, and training technologies.Experience managing Learning Management Systems (LMS).Excellent stakeholder management, facilitation, presentation, and communication skills.A self-starter who is comfortable building processes, challenging the status quo, and bringing fresh ideas.Healthcare experience is highly preferred. Arabic language skills are highly desirable.The Ideal CandidateWe're looking for someone who is:Vibrant, engaging, and passionate about people development.Entrepreneurial in mindset and excited by the opportunity to build and shape an L&D function.Innovative and technology-driven, with fresh ideas to modernize learning.Confident working with senior stakeholders and influencing at all levels.Results-oriented and able to demonstrate measurable impact through learning initiatives.