Senior Executive Learning and Development

As a Learning and Development Specialist, your role will involve collaborating with business and functional leaders to identify training needs, designing and implementing L&D programs, and ensuring the effectiveness of training initiatives. You will be responsible for managing end-to-end training execution, supporting new hire training, and partnering with external training providers when necessary. Your duties will also include monitoring and evaluating training program effectiveness, maintaining accurate records of training activities, and contributing to leadership and soft skills development programs. Key Responsibilities: - Collaborate with business and functional leaders to identify training needs - Design, develop, and implement L&D programs tailored to various roles - Manage end-to-end training execution: scheduling, communication, logistics, delivery, feedback, and evaluation - Support training for new hires and ensure smooth cultural and role integration - Partner with external training providers and e-learning platforms - Monitor and evaluate training program effectiveness using data and feedback - Maintain accurate records of training activities in compliance with regulatory requirements - Contribute to leadership and soft skills development programs - Responsible for employee wellness and engagement sessions - Deploy budgets and keep track - Stay updated on the latest L&D trends in the pharmaceutical/biotech space Qualifications Required: - Postgraduate degree/diploma in HR, Psychology, or a related field - 5-7 years of experience in Learning & Development, preferably in pharmaceutical, biotech, or healthcare industry - Strong understanding of learning principles, instructional design, and training evaluation methods - Proficiency in using MS Office and Learning Management Systems - Excellent communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills - Interest in training and conceptual soundness on the topic - Ability to manage multiple projects with attention to detail Preferred Qualities: - Exposure to GMP training environments - Certification in Instructional Design, Train the Trainer (TTT), or other L&D methodologies - Experience with digital learning tools and platforms like Articulate, Moodle, SAP SuccessFactors,