Group Learning and Development Manager

We are currently partnered with a Large Construction Group who are looking to appoint a Group Learning \& Development Manager, based in Dubai **(Arabic speaking).** **Responsibilities** * Develop and lead the Group wide Learning \& Development strategy aligned to business objectives and long\-term growth plans. * Partner with senior leadership and business units to identify capability gaps and future talent needs across the organisation. * Design and implement leadership development frameworks and programmes for executives, senior leaders, and high\-potential talent. * Establish and standardise L\&D policies, competency frameworks, and governance structures across all regions and subsidiaries. * Oversee blended learning initiatives including digital learning, academies, executive programmes, and experiential development. * Manage the Group LMS, reporting, and learning analytics to track engagement, ROI, and overall effectiveness. * Define and monitor L\&D KPIs, dashboards, budgets, and performance metrics to support strategic decision\-making. * Manage relationships with external training providers, universities, and certification partners globally. **Requirements** * **Arabic speaking** candidates are **essential** for this position. * Previous exposure within **construction, engineering, or project\-based industries would be advantageous** * Strong experience within Learning \& Development, leadership capability, and corporate training strategy in large, multi\-site or group operations environments is required. * Bachelor's Degree in HR, Business Administration, or a related field is required; Master's Degree/MBA preferred. * 10\-15\+ years of progressive experience within Learning \& Development, Talent Development, or Organisational Development functions. * Proven experience operating at a senior or group level, managing regional or multi\-business\-unit L\&D initiatives. * Strong background designing leadership development frameworks, succession planning initiatives, and capability\-building programmes. * Experience establishing L\&D governance, competency frameworks, policies, and performance metrics/KPIs. * Strong knowledge of LMS platforms, digital learning solutions, and modern L\&D best practices. * Ability to manage senior stakeholders and external training providers, universities, and consultancy partners.