Job Description
Job Summary
- The Learning & Development Manager will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing the company’s learning and talent development strategy to support business growth and employee excellence.
- This individual will identify capability gaps, develop innovative learning programs, and drive a strong culture of continuous learning aligned with Montaigne’s premium service standards and organizational values.
Key Responsibilities
Learning Strategy & Planning:
- Develop and execute a comprehensive learning and development (L&D) strategy aligned with Montaigne’s business objectives and brand standards.
- Conduct annual training needs analysis across departments and outlets to identify performance and skill gaps.
- Design competency frameworks and career development pathways for different employee levels (frontline, mid-level, leadership).
- Establish measurable learning KPIs that align with performance and productivity goals.
Training Design & Delivery:
- Develop, customize, and deliver training programs focused on luxury retail excellence, customer experience, product knowledge, sales effectiveness, leadership, and soft skills.
- Partner with brand principals and external trainers to facilitate product and technical training sessions.
- Leverage blended learning approaches (in-person, e-learning, coaching, simulations) to maximize engagement and learning impact.
- Ensure consistent delivery of training across all regions and outlets.
Talent Development & Performance Support:
- Implement employee development plans, mentorship programs, and succession planning initiatives.
- Support the performance management process by linking learning outcomes with performance evaluations and career progression.
- Collaborate with HR Business Partners to identify and nurture high-potential employees.
- Lead the onboarding and induction program to ensure smooth cultural and operational integration of new hires.
Learning Systems & Evaluation:
- Manage and optimize the company’s Learning Management System (LMS) to track participation, progress, and outcomes.
- Develop and apply tools for evaluating training effectiveness (Kirkpatrick Model or ROI analysis).
- Maintain accurate training records and dashboards for management reporting.
- Continuously review and update training materials to reflect evolving brand standards and market trends.
Stakeholder & Brand Alignment:
- Collaborate with brand partners and international training teams to ensure alignment with global brand education standards.
- Work closely with Retail Operations, Marketing, and HR teams to ensure training supports sales, service quality, and employee engagement initiatives.
- Serve as a learning ambassador promoting a culture of excellence, customer-centricity, and continuous professional growth.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Training completion and certification rates.
- Improvement in sales performance post-training.
- Customer experience and service quality metrics.
- Employee engagement and retention rates.
- Internal promotion and succession rates.
- ROI on training investments.
Educational Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, Education, or related field.
- A Master’s degree or MBA is an added advantage.
- Minimum of 7 years’ progressive experience in Learning & Development, with at least 3 years in a managerial capacity.
- Experience in luxury retail, beauty, fashion, or hospitality industry is mandatory.
- Professional certifications such asCIPD, ATD, SHRM-CP, or Learning & Performance Institute (LPI)membership are highly desirable.
- Proven track record in developing and implementing large-scale training initiatives with measurable business impact.
Key Competencies & Attributes:
- Deep understanding of luxury retail standards and premium customer service culture.
- Excellent facilitation, presentation, and communication skills.
- Strong analytical mindset with ability to translate business goals into learning outcomes.
- Creative, innovative, and resourceful in designing learning solutions.
- Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills across all organizational levels.
- High level of emotional intelligence, leadership presence, and professionalism.
Salary
N800,000 - N1,000,000 Monthly.