Executive Learning and Development

About the role

This role covers the design, delivery and evaluation of digital learning and training across the organization, supporting its digital learning strategy. It serves employees at the Head Office, SPAR retail stores and Independent Retailer (IR) locations, and works closely with internal departments to build a high-performance work culture.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement engaging digital learning and training content aligned with the organization's digital learning strategy.
• Plan, organize and run employee training programmes at the Head Office, SPAR retail stores and IR locations.
• Manage and maintain the Learning Management System (LMS), including e-learning programmes, training resources and learning analytics.
• Support L&D initiatives that improve employee skills, leadership capabilities and overall performance.
• Coordinate talent and leadership development programmes to strengthen the talent pipeline.
• Support performance management initiatives and help build a high-performance work culture.
• Evaluate training effectiveness, track employee learning progress and recommend improvements.
• Work with internal departments to identify training needs and develop suitable learning solutions.

Required profile

• Degree in Human Resources Management or a recognized professional HR qualification.
• At least 2 years of experience in Training & Development or L&D at corporate level.
• Experience in retail, FMCG or services is an added advantage.
• Excellent written and spoken English and Sinhala; knowledge of Tamil is an added advantage.
• Strong leadership, teamwork, problem-solving and decision-making skills, with the ability to work under pressure and manage several responsibilities.

Required skills

• Training content development and instructional design.
• Employee development and coaching.
• Understanding of LMS, digital learning platforms and training analytics.