Learning & Development Senior Specialist

The Learning & Development Senior Specialist plays a key role in strengthening Reza's organizational capability by designing, implementing, and evaluating learning initiatives that build technical, behavioral, and leadership competencies across all business units. This position drives a culture of continuous learning and talent growth by aligning development programs with corporate strategy, SFIA frameworks, and People & Culture priorities. The role also contributes to organizational development initiatives-supporting change management, career progression, and leadership readiness-to enhance performance and employee engagement.

Operating under general direction, the incumbent applies expertise in learning design, delivery, and analytics to ensure the development of a future ready workforce across Reza's operations in Saudi Arabia and the GCC.

• Conducts training needs analysis (TNA) in collaboration with HRBPs and line managers.
• Develops and manages the annual learning plan and training calendar.
• Ensures alignment of L&D programs with strategic business goals and SFIA competency frameworks.
• Monitors L&D KPIs and reports performance metrics to HR leadership.

• Conducts training needs analysis (TNA) in collaboration with HRBPs and line managers.
• Develops and manages the annual learning plan and training calendar.
• Ensures alignment of L&D programs with strategic business goals and SFIA competency frameworks.
• Monitors L&D KPIs and reports performance metrics to HR leadership.

• Develops programs for leadership readiness and succession planning.
• Collaborates with HRBPs to design and implement Individual Development Plans (IDPs).
• Facilitates talent review and capability mapping sessions.
• Tracks and measures leadership pipeline strength.

• Supports competency framework implementation and role based capability mapping.
• Contributes to engagement programs and organizational culture initiatives.
• Assists in change management and internal communication campaigns.
• Partners with business leaders to translate OD insights into actionable plans.

• Manages LMS (Learning Management System) data accuracy and reporting.
• Tracks training completion, feedback scores, and impact metrics.
• Generates monthly dashboards on learning hours, participation, and budget utilization.
• Ensures system integration between L&D records and HRIS data.

• Partners with business heads to ensure learning solutions meet operational needs.
• Works with Finance to manage L&D budgets and training related expenses.
• Engages external accreditation bodies and certification agencies.
• Communicates development results and insights to HR leadership.

• Full implementation of SFIA competency framework within targeted functions.

• Leadership pipeline coverage 90%; percentage of roles with completed IDPs.
• On time completion of learning reports; training ROI 3:1; adherence to budget 5%.

• Operates independently under general direction
• Delivers results within defined policies and standards
• Escalates major issues where necessary.

• Engages stakeholders across HR and business units
• Promotes a culture of learning and capability growth.

• Handles a variety of complex learning and OD projects requiring structured coordination and analytical insight.

• Demonstrates strong planning, facilitation, and communication skills
• Applies commercial awareness to maximize L&D ROI

• Education:
  
  Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field.
• Experience:
  
  Minimum 5-7 years of experience in Learning & Development with exposure to Organizational Development.
• Certifications:
  
  CIPD, SHRM, ATD, or preferred equivalent certification.
• Sector Knowledge:
  Experience in manufacturing, FMCG, or service based organizations is an advantage.
• Systems Knowledge:
  Proficiency in LMS, HRIS, and digital…