Learning and Development Manager

About the role

A leading recruitment company in Sri Lanka is recruiting a Learning and Development Manager for a leading FMCG company based in Colombo. The role centres on developing and implementing talent management strategies that align with business goals, while attracting, developing and retaining top talent and fostering a high-performance culture.

Key responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end talent management initiatives, including workforce planning, talent acquisition, succession planning and leadership development.
• Partner with business leaders to understand talent needs and build robust pipelines.
• Design and implement effective learning and development programmes.
• Develop strategies to strengthen employer branding and employee engagement.
• Use data and analytics to measure talent KPIs and drive informed decisions.
• Ensure talent management practices comply with relevant laws and company policies.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• 8+ years of experience in talent management or HR within the FMCG or a related industry.
• Strong understanding of organisational development, performance management and succession planning.

Required skills

• Exceptional interpersonal, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Data-driven mindset with proficiency in HR analytics tools.