Learning and Development Manager is a leadership role within the Learning and Development function, focused specifically on enhancing the skills and capabilities of current and future managers within an organization. This position plays a strategic role in building effective leadership pipelines and aligning management training initiatives with business goals.

🔹 Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic Planning
• Develop and implement management and leadership development strategies that align with organizational goals.
• Identify current and future leadership competency needs.
• Implement and management development programs to build internal leadership capacity.
2. Program Design and Delivery
• Design, curate, or source leadership development programs (e.g., first-time manager training, executive coaching, high-potential programs).
• Oversee delivery through internal facilitators or external vendors.
3. Needs Assessment
• Conduct assessments to identify skill gaps among current managers and leadership candidates.
4. Performance Evaluation
• Measure the effectiveness of training initiatives using KPIs, feedback, and performance data.
• Continuously improve programs based on outcomes and feedback.
5. Succession Planning
• Partner with HR and senior leadership to develop talent pipelines for key leadership roles.
6. Stakeholder Management
• Collaborate with department heads, executives, and external consultants.
• Advocate for leadership development initiatives at the executive level.
7. Coaching & Mentoring Programs
• Launch or manage mentorship and coaching initiatives for leadership development.

🔹 Skills and Competencies

• Strong background in leadership development and instructional design
• Deep understanding of adult learning principles and business strategy
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and presentation skills
• Experience managing large-scale programs and budgets
• Proficiency with learning platforms and development tools (LMS, coaching platforms, etc.)
• Strategic thinking and change management skills

🔹 Typical Background

• Education: Bachelor's or Master's in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Business, or a related field
• Experience: 5–10+ years in L&D, with a focus on leadership development
• Certifications (optional but valuable):
• Certified Professional in Talent Development (CPTD)
• SHRM-SCP
• Coaching certifications (e.g., ICF)