Senior L&D Specialist

About the Role: We are seeking a highly experienced Learning & Development Lead to spearhead the design, implementation, and management of comprehensive learning and development strategies at our manufacturing unit in Jagiroad, Assam. The L&D Lead will drive talent development initiatives, enhance organizational capability, and foster a high-performance culture aligned with business goals. This role requires a visionary leader with deep expertise in behavioral facilitation, leadership development, and organizational effectiveness, coupled with the ability to operate in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Responsibilities: - Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute the overall L&D strategy aligned with business objectives to build a skilled, agile, and motivated workforce. - Program Design and Delivery: Lead the design, development, and delivery of innovative learning programs including leadership development, behavioral skills training, technical upskilling, and compliance training across all levels. - Talent Development: Identify high-potential talent and create succession and career development plans in partnership with business leaders. - Behavioral and Leadership Facilitation: Facilitate impactful workshops and coaching sessions aimed at enhancing leadership capabilities, teamwork, communication, and employee engagement. - Stakeholder Management: Collaborate closely with business heads, HR partners, and external vendors to ensure alignment and effective execution of L&D initiatives. - Performance Consulting: Provide expert consultation to managers and employees on performance improvement and learning needs assessment. - Learning Technology and Analytics: Leverage learning management systems (LMS) and other digital tools to track learning effectiveness, generate analytics, and drive continuous improvement. - Culture and Change Management: Lead organizational change initiatives and promote a positive, inclusive workplace culture that supports innovation and continuous learning. Essential Attributes: - Proven leadership skills with the ability to influence and inspire across hierarchical levels. - Strong business acumen with an understanding of manufacturing operations and talent challenges. - Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and facilitation skills. - Strategic thinker with the ability to translate business needs into impactful learning solutions. - Analytical mindset to evaluate program effectiveness and make data-driven decisions. - Adaptability to work in a fast-paced, evolving environment. - Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all learning initiatives. Qualifications: - Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Psychology, Business Administration, Education, or a related field. - Minimum 15 years of progressive experience in Learning and Development, with at least 7 years in a leadership role. - Extensive experience in designing and implementing learning programs in manufacturing or engineering sectors preferred. - Deep knowledge of adult learning principles, behavioral sciences, leadership development, and change management. - Proficiency in learning technologies, LMS platforms, and digital learning tools. - Certification in Learning and Development, Leadership Coaching, or related disciplines is an advantage.