SAEL Group - Manager - Learning & Development (8-10 yrs)

About Company:

SAEL Group has emerged with a bold vision of establishing world-class renewable assets spanning the solar and biomass sectors, with a steadfast commitment to ensuring stable profitability.

We are utilizing agricultural waste as fuel to produce renewable power round the clock.

We have the largest capacity for waste-to-energy generation.

Already making strides in the renewable energy space, we aim to escalate our renewable capacity to 5 GW within the next 4-5 years by adding 100MW of new biomass and 600MW of new solar capacity annually.

This ambitious endeavor aligns with the Government of India's vision to achieve 500 GW capacity from renewable energy sources by 2030.

The SAEL Group is set to embark on a journey that combines organic and inorganic strategies, leveraging marquee investors and partners to realize our vision.

At the forefront of this effort is SAEL Industries, the pivotal entity responsible for raising growth capital across various business segments.

In addition to its overarching role, SAEL Industries is actively involved in Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) for the Group's upcoming renewable projects.

Furthermore, it takes charge of the Operation and Maintenance (O&M) activities for both existing commissioned projects and those on the horizon.

Through a comprehensive approach, SAEL Group is poised to make significant contributions to the Government's renewable energy targets, exemplifying our commitment to sustainable and impactful growth.

Website https://www.sael.co.

Position Overview:.

- We are seeking a Manager, Learning & Development (L&D) to lead the facilitation of training programs, drive employee engagement, and collaborate with stakeholders to ensure the timely completion of training initiatives.

- The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in facilitating learning programs and vendor management, including evaluating and managing relationships with external training providers.

- You will bring expertise in behavioural training and will actively support the design and implementation of competency frameworks and value-based training.

- Experience in the manufacturing or energy sector is essential, as this role requires a deep understanding of the unique industry-specific training and development needs.

Key Responsibilities:

Facilitating Training Programs:

- Program Delivery: Facilitate behavioural training programs and learning sessions across various levels of the organization, ensuring the programs are engaging, interactive, and impactful.

- Trainer Coordination: Coordinate with internal and external trainers to ensure the smooth delivery of training programs.

- Manage logistics, schedules, and participant engagement.

- Content Customization: Tailor training programs to meet the unique needs of different teams, ensuring relevance and engagement.

- Employee Engagement: Lead initiatives to engage employees in continuous learning, encouraging participation in all training and development activities.

Stakeholder Engagement & Influence:

- Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with senior leadership and department heads to understand training needs, priorities, and business objectives.

- Align training programs with organizational goals.

- Drive Participation: Influence and encourage employees and managers to prioritize and complete required training programs, ensuring adherence to timelines and successful program completion.

- Feedback & Improvement: Collect feedback on training effectiveness and use it to drive improvements and updates to future programs.

- Coaching & Support: Provide support to employees and managers throughout their learning journey, offering coaching as needed.

Vendor Management:

- External Vendor Coordination: Evaluate, select, and manage relationships with external training vendors and consultants.

- Ensure that training programs delivered by vendors meet quality standards and align with organizational goals.

- Vendor Evaluation: Regularly assess external vendors' performance, ensuring that training is delivered on time, within budget, and to the required standards.

- Budget Management: Oversee training budgets related to external vendors, ensuring cost-effectiveness while maintaining high-quality learning experiences.

Behavioural & Competency-Based Training:

- Behavioural Training Design: Lead the design, development, and delivery of behavioural training programs that foster personal growth, teamwork, and leadership skills within the organization.

- Competency Frameworks: Design and implement competency frameworks that align with organizational values and business objectives, and ensure that these frameworks guide employee development initiatives.

- Value-Based Training: Develop and facilitate value-based training programs to instill the companys core values and reinforce desired behaviors across the organization.

Required Qualifications:

- Education: Bachelors degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field.

- A Masters degree or professional certifications in Learning & Development, Behavioral Science, or HR is a plus.

Experience:

- Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in Learning & Development, with at least 2 years in a managerial role.

- Strong experience in facilitating behavioural training programs and engaging employees in development activities.

- Proven experience in vendor management, including the ability to evaluate, select, and manage external training providers effectively.

- Experience in designing and/or implementing competency frameworks and value-based training.

- Prior experience in the manufacturing or energy sector is required, with an understanding of industry-specific training and development needs.

Skills:

- Excellent facilitation and presentation skills, with the ability to engage and motivate diverse audiences.

- Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage timelines, resources, and stakeholders effectively.

- Ability to design and develop training programs and adapt them to various learning styles and organizational needs.

- Expertise in vendor negotiation and contract management.

- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.

- Familiarity with learning management systems (LMS) for tracking training participation and effectiveness.

Desired Attributes:

- Leadership: Ability to lead and inspire teams, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.

- Strategic Thinker: A strong understanding of how training programs can drive organizational change and contribute to overall business objectives.

- Adaptability: Comfortable in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, able to adapt to changing business needs and employee development requirements.

- Industry Insight: Deep knowledge of the manufacturing or energy sector, with the ability to design training that addresses both technical and behavioural aspects of these industries.