Assistant Learning and Development Manager

Job Purpose:

To assist in planning implementing and managing learning and development programs that enhance employee performance service quality and career progression across the hotel. The role ensures that all training initiatives meet the standards of Minor Hotels and support the companys culture of excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in developing and delivering training programs aligned with Minor Hotels brand standards operational procedures and guest experience expectations.

• Support induction and onboarding programs for new employees to ensure seamless integration into hotel operations and understanding of company culture.

• Coordinate departmental training in areas such as guest service housekeeping food & beverage front office and safety procedures.

• Collaborate with department heads to identify skills gaps performance trends and training needs and implement targeted training interventions.

• Assist in leadership development programs for supervisory and managerial staff including coaching mentoring and succession planning support.

• Monitor and evaluate training effectiveness using assessments feedback surveys and performance data; recommend and implement improvements.

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date training records reports and documentation in compliance with Minor Hotels policies and audit requirements.

• Support implementation and maintenance of e-learning and digital learning platforms ensuring staff engagement and completion of mandatory modules.

• Ensure all training initiatives reinforce company values service excellence customer focus and operational efficiency.

• Assist with L&D budget planning cost control and coordination with external training vendors consultants and accreditation bodies.

• Support the implementation of brand audit action plans by providing training and coaching to departments to close performance gaps.

• Coordinate mandatory compliance training (e.g. safety hygiene fire life safety code of conduct) to ensure full hotel compliance.

• Assist in organizing employee engagement activities recognition programs and internal development events to strengthen colleague motivation and retention.

• Facilitate cross-training and career development programs to support internal mobility and succession planning.

• Support Quality Assurance (QA) initiatives by aligning training programs with guest satisfaction results (GSI) and operational KPIs.

• Participate in HR and L&D-related reporting monthly training summaries and presentations for management review.

Qualifications :

• Bachelors degree in Human Resources Hospitality Business Administration or related field.

• 35 years experience in Learning & Development preferably within hotels or hospitality.

• Experience in designing delivering and evaluating training programs.

• Knowledge of hospitality operations guest service standards and quality assurance.

• Strong presentation communication and interpersonal skills.

• Familiarity with LMS systems and training evaluation tools is a plus.

Additional Information :

Key Competencies:

• Strong organizational and project management skills.

• Coaching and mentoring abilities.

• Ability to influence and collaborate with multiple departments.

• Adaptability to dynamic hotel operations.

• Commitment to excellence guest service and professional growth.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time