Learning & Development Manager

Job Purpose

To design, implement, and manage learning strategies that build future-ready capabilities across Telecom and Renewable Energy verticals. The role ensures employees are equipped with the technical, digital, and leadership skills needed to drive innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

1. Learning Strategy & Execution

• Develop and execute annual L&D strategy aligned with business goals
• Conduct training needs analysis across functions and levels
• Design blended learning journeys (e-learning, classroom, field-based, coaching)

2. Program Design & Delivery

• Create and deliver technical, behavioral, and leadership development programs
• Partner with SMEs to build sector-specific content
• Introduce gamification, simulations, and mobile-first learning tools

3. Capability Building & Succession

• Support career pathing and internal mobility through structured development plans
• Lead high-potential programs and talent acceleration tracks
• Collaborate with HRBPs on succession planning and leadership readines

4. Learning Technology & Analytics

• Manage Learning Management System (LMS) and digital learning platforms
• Track learning effectiveness using KPIs (completion, impact, ROI)
• Use analytics to refine programs and forecast future skill needs

5. Vendor & Budget Management

• Identify and manage external training partners and certification bodies
• Ensure cost-effective delivery of high-quality learning solutions
• Monitor L&D budget utilization and ROI

Required Competencies

1. Strategic HR - Business alignment, change enablement
2. Sector Knowledge - Telecom &Renewable systems (BESS, solar, wind, storage)(Desired not mandatory)
3. Learning Design - Instructional design, adult learning principles, digital content creation
4. Leadership Development - Coaching, succession planning, high-potential program design
5. Tech & Analytics - LMS management, learning analytics, AI-driven personalization
6. Communication - Stakeholder engagement, facilitation, storytelling

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in HR, Education, Engineering, or related field
• 7–10 years of experience in L&D, preferably in Telecom, Energy, or Infrastructure
• Certifications in Instructional Design, Coaching, or Learning Technologies (e.g., CPLP, ATD, Kirkpatrick etc)
• Experience with LMS platforms (e.g., SuccessFactors, Cornerstone, ZOHO, Darwin Box etc)

Work Location: Kumbalgodu, Bengaluru