Group Learning and Development Manager

Introduction

Exciting opportunity to join our Client in the Retail Food and Beverage industry for a Group Learning and Development Manager, based in Brackenfell, Cape Town. The successful candidate will be responsible for improving the skills, knowledge, and attitudes of employees through strategic training and development programmes and will be reporting directly to the HR and Sustainability Executive.

Duties & Responsibilities

Leadership

Coordinate learning programmes to ensure central oversight of all learning interventions.

Provide regular feedback, reports, and communication to stakeholders and senior leadership.

Monitor and evaluate all training programmes.

Build relationships with divisional leaders and HR partners to understand and support leadership development needs.

Design and implement new leadership and management programmes aligned with the organisation’s training and development strategy.

Skills Development

Analyse, develop, and facilitate skills development initiatives aligned with company strategy.

Ensure employees possess the required skills and knowledge in accordance with legislation and business requirements.

Conduct annual skills audits.

Facilitate key skills-based programmes across the business.

Values Alignment

Support the implementation of training aligned with the organisation’s purpose and code of conduct.

Ensure training interventions promote a values-driven culture.

SETA, Monitoring, and Evaluation

Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to uphold training standards.

Continuously monitor and evaluate training programmes and service providers.

Ensure compliance with SETA requirements, including reporting, training plan submissions, and relationship management.

Engage with SETAs and accredited providers for funding, accreditation, and collaborative opportunities.

Coordinate both internal and external training initiatives, ensuring compliance, quality, and return on investment.

Administration

Oversee the implementation and administration of accredited programmes such as learnerships, internships, and apprenticeships.

Monitor training budgets to ensure cost-effective programme delivery.

Compile and analyse training data to generate strategic insights and reports for senior management.

Maintain training records and documentation to meet audit standards.

Minimum Experience & Qualification

Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Learning Management, Human Resources or a related field

5 years’ experience in an L&D function

Strong background in learning and development with a deep understanding of effective training principles

Experience in retail will be advantageous

In-depth knowledge of skills development legislation (SD Act, BBBEE Codes, Employment Equity, etc.)

Advanced Excel and reporting skills

Experience with SETA submissions, WSP/ATR reporting, and learnership administration

Package & Remuneration

Market-related

Industries:Human Resources

Function: Human Resources