Learning & Development Business Partner EEM (heshenb)

We are looking for a dynamic Learning & Development Business Partner to drive learning consultancy service delivery and deployment of key capability-building programs across selected countries in the Eastern Europe and Mediterranean region.

In this role you will collaborate closely with business leaders to define learning priorities deliver regional development initiatives and align them with global L&D strategy. You will play a key role in strengthening a culture of continuous learning and supporting employees in both functional and role-specific growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with regional stakeholders to identify learning needs and define clear development priorities.

• Design and deploy annual training plans for both technical and non-technical competencies ensuring alignment with global L&D strategy.

• Manage and coordinate global and local learning initiatives acting as project manager for key programs.

• Lead apprenticeship programs in collaboration with Talent Acquisition and business teams.

• Monitor learning metrics and KPIs maintaining high-quality data and driving continuous improvement.

• Build and support a network of internal trainers.

• Develop and coordinate AI training programs with internal and external providers to support digital transformation.

• Promote a strong learning culture across the region and support business leaders in capability building and workforce development.

• Oversee learning-related investments within approved budgets.

Key Qualifications & Competencies

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Human Resources Education or a related field.

• Proven experience in designing implementing and evaluating learning programs.

• Strong facilitation training and coaching skills.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities with experience in multinational environments.

• Proficiency in English.

• Strong business acumen and the ability to partner with senior leaders.

• Proficiency in everyday AI tools used for productivity and learning content creation with experience in driving digital adoption.

We offer

• Employment in a stable international organization under an employment contract

• Opportunities for professional development and upskilling

• Annual bonus

• Necessary working tools (mobile phone laptop)

• Private medical care for the employee with the option to extend coverage to family members

• Cafeteria benefits system (MyBenefit including Multisport card)

• Additional life insurance

• Employee support package (including legal financial and psychological assistance)

At KONE we are focused on creating an innovative and collaborative working culture where we value the contribution of each individual. Employee engagement is a key focus area for us and we encourage participation and the sharing of information and ideas. Sustainability is an integral part of our culture and the daily practice. We follow ethical business practices and we seek to develop a culture of working together where co-workers trust and respect each other and good performance is being a great place to work we are proud to offer a range of experiences and opportunities that will help you to achieve your career and personal goals and enable you to live a healthy and balanced life.

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