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Director of Learning and Development

Job in Abu Dhabi, UAE/Dubai
Listing for: Confidential Jobs
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-09
Job specializations:
  • Management
    HR Manager, Talent Manager, Employee Relations
  • HR/Recruitment
    HR Manager, Talent Manager, Employee Relations
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 120000 - 200000 AED Yearly AED 120000.00 200000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

A leading organization in the Guest Service & Hospitality industry is seeking a visionary Director of Learning & Development to build, lead, and elevate its learning agenda at scale.

This critical leadership role will be responsible for designing and implementing a future-focused L&D strategy — including the creation of a full Learning Academy from the ground up — to drive workforce capability across both Front Office and Back Office functions (e.g., HR, Operations, Commercial, Finance).

Responsibilities
  • Learning Academy Creation: Design, build, and operationalize a world-class Learning Academy from scratch, aligned to business strategy and talent development needs.
  • Front and Back Office Training: Develop and deliver tailored training programs to upskill teams across all departments, from customer-facing functions to corporate and support teams.
  • Leadership and Professional Development: Create structured leadership pathways, high-potential programs, and professional skill-building initiatives to nurture internal talent pipelines.
  • Learning Strategy: Define and execute a scalable learning and development roadmap that empowers employees at all levels to achieve their full potential.
  • Technology and Digital Learning: Implement digital learning platforms (LMS) and drive adoption of e-learning and blended learning models.
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Partner with executives, HRBPs, and department heads to identify capability gaps and ensure learning programs are business-driven and outcome-focused.
  • Measurement and Reporting: Establish KPIs to assess training impact, reporting regularly to senior leadership, and continuously refining programs for maximum effectiveness.
Ideal Candidate Profile
  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Education, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
  • Minimum 10 years of senior leadership experience within Learning & Development, including building learning frameworks and academies from inception.
  • Proven expertise in designing training curricula for both operational (front office) and corporate (back office) functions.
  • Experience leading large-scale L&D initiatives in dynamic industries such as hospitality, guest services, entertainment, or retail.
  • Strong background in leveraging digital learning technologies (LMS platforms, online course development, blended learning).
  • Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and strategic thinking skills.
  • Professional certifications such as CIPD, ATD, or SHRM are highly advantageous.
Additional Information

Shape the Future of Talent. Build from the Ground Up.

If you are a transformational L&D leader ready to create lasting impact in a growing, world-class organization, we encourage you to apply.

Please note: This is a confidential opportunity. Further details about the company and the position will be shared with shortlisted candidates.

If you have a passion for building exceptional teams and driving national development, we encourage you to express your interest!

Seniority level
  • Director
Employment type
  • Full-time
Job function
  • Human Resources
Industries
  • Hospitality, Hotels and Motels, and Airlines and Aviation
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