Head - Learning & Development

Job Description Job Description Position: General Manager Department: Learning & Development (L&D) Reports to: Chairman & Managing Director Organisation Verticals: 1. Della Resorts & Adventure - Leadership Development Centre - Della Adventure Training & Academy (D.A.T.A) Location: Lonavala Experience Required: 1015 years (Training, Leadership Development & Corporate Learning). Preferred from Armed Forces background only. Role Overview We are seeking an accomplished General Manager Learning & Development to lead our Learning & Development (L&D) verticals, delivering training solutions to external clients while strengthening internal capability-building initiatives. The ideal candidate will be a strategic leader with proven experience in designing and implementing impactful learning programs that support business growth, enhance workforce competencies, and foster a strong organisational learning culture. Must possess exceptional facilitation, stakeholder management, and programme development skills to drive high-performing, transformative learning initiatives across the organisation.. Key Responsibilities - Strategic Leadership & Vertical Management - Lead and build the new Learning & Development vertical as a business offering. - Define the vertical's vision, service portfolio, revenue model, and long-term growth plan. - Establish strong systems, processes, and frameworks to ensure cohesive and scalable operations. - Training Design & Delivery (External Clients) - Develop and deliver customised training programs for external client organisations across leadership, behavioural skills, culture-building, soft skills, and performance development. - Engage with client leadership to understand needs, propose solutions, and ensure high-impact delivery. - Represent the organisation as a thought leader through workshops, seminars, and corporate learning events. - Internal Learning & Workforce Development - Partner with department heads to identify skill gaps, training needs, and development goals. - Design and execute training modules for employees across all levels to strengthen organisational capability. - Support internal leaders and their teams through leadership development, performance coaching, and continuous learning initiatives. - Stakeholder Engagement & Relationship Management - Build and maintain strong relationships with external clients, HR teams, CXOs, and business leaders. - Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align L&D initiatives with business goals. - Ensure consistent communication, feedback loops, and stakeholder satisfaction. - Team Development & Resource Management - Build, mentor, and guide a team of trainers, facilitators, and L&D specialists. - Engage external experts and partners to broaden the training offerings. - Manage budgets, resources, and operational planning for the L&D vertical. - Measurement & Continuous Improvement - Implement evaluation tools to measure training effectiveness, ROI, and behavioural impact. - Analyse feedback and performance data to enhance program quality. - Cntinuously update training methodologies and content based on industry trends and organisational needs. Job Expectations Required Skills and Experience: - 1218 years of experience in Learning & Development, Corporate Training, Leadership Development, or Organisational Development. - Retired Army/Armed Forces Officer with strong leadership, discipline, and training orientation. - Demonstrated experience in designing and delivering high-impact training programs for both internal teams and external clients. - Excellent stakeholder management, decision-making, and strategic planning skills. - Current experience delivering corporate trainings is mandatory. - Exceptional communication, presentation, and public-speaking skills in English and Hindi. - Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to engage teams and build positive learning environments. - Ability to manage multiple training initiatives and collaborate with senior leaders. - Strong understanding of behavioural training and leadership development. - Self-driven, confident, and capable of influencing behavioural transformation within the organisation. Minimum Qualification Bachelors Masters in Business Studies or relevant Minimum Job Experience 8-10 Years Reporting To CMD Travel no Apply Now