376 Talent Development jobs in Saudi Arabia

Overview

A leading company in Saudi Arabia is seeking a Chief, Talent Development to lead strategies and programs that build employee capabilities and enhance organizational performance. The role will focus on developing and implementing talent frameworks, training initiatives, and career development plans that align with business needs and long-term growth objectives.

• Lead the design and implementation of talent development strategies.
• Oversee learning and development programs to build employee capabilities.
• Drive career development, succession planning, and leadership programs.
• Monitor and evaluate training effectiveness and business impact.
• Provide insights and recommendations to senior management on workforce development.
• Foster a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.

• Bachelor's Degree. Master’s Degree is a plus, in Human Resources, Talent Development, or related field.
• 7+ years of HR/talent development experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
• Proven expertise in learning and development, career planning, and succession management.
• Strong knowledge of modern HR practices and talent frameworks.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to design and deliver impactful training and development solutions.
• Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Role Overview

We are seeking a passionate and drivenTalent Development Executive based inKSA to join our Talent Development team. This role is instrumental in building the capabilities of ourcommercial teams , with a sharp focus onsales skills, product knowledge, and on-the-job performance . The ideal candidate will be committed to enabling frontline and sales professionals to thrive in a fast-paced retail and distribution environment, with the ability to translate learning into real business outcomes.

This role also contributes to the widerLearning & Development (L&D) andTalent Development (TD) agenda by supporting the execution of learning journeys, competency-based development programs, and strategic talent initiatives across the Kingdom.

Key Responsibilities

1. Commercial Capability Building

• Design and deliver engagingsales and product knowledge training for retail and project-based sales teams.
• Conducton-the-job coaching sessions to reinforce selling techniques, customer service standards, and product expertise.
• Collaborate with Sales Leaders and Product Managers toidentify skill gaps and co-create targeted training solutions.
• Track and report training effectiveness by linking learning tocommercial performance metrics .
• Roll out assignedtraining programs , including soft skills, systems training, and SARA-specific frameworks (e.g., TAFAWAQ, SARA Service Experience).
• Monitor employee engagement and participation on SARA Academy, encouraging learning continuity.
• Supporttraining needs analysis (TNA) and competency-based assessments as part of theperformance and development cycle .

• Contribute toIndividual Development Plans (IDPs) , aligning development activities to assessed competencies and career goals.
• Supporttalent pipeline development by facilitating programs that prepare future leaders and enhance internal mobility.

• Maintain a strong field presence across our KSA showrooms and project sites to remain connected to commercial realities.
• Serve as alearning partner to Retail Managers, Area Leaders, and HRBPs to embed development into day-to-day operations.
• Champion aculture of learning, coaching, and growth across the KSA teams.

• Bachelor’s Degree in HR, Business, or related field; certifications in L&D, Coaching, or Sales Training are a plus.
• 3–5 years of experience inL&D or Talent Development , preferably within retail.
• Proven experience insales training ,field coaching , and/orproduct knowledge enablement .
• Strong facilitation skills (in person and virtual), with the ability to tailor content to diverse audiences.
• Knowledge ofcompetency frameworks , IDPs, and performance-linked development (optional)
• Bilingual (Arabic and English) preferred.

Responsible for supporting the implementation of training and development initiatives within the organization. This role involves coordinating with business leaders to identify training needs, developing and delivering training programs, and evaluating the effectiveness of these programs.

Functional

• Training Planning

Main role is to identify training needs, create training plans, and deploy effective training programs to improve employees' skills, productivity, and quality of work. They assess training program effectiveness, manage training budgets, and stay updated on training trends to ensure the organization's training initiatives are aligned with business goals and employee development needs.

•
Training Needs Analysis

-Collaborate with business leaders to identify skill gaps and training needs within their teams.

-Analyze performance data and other information to identify areas where training can improve employee performance.

• Curriculum Development

-Support in the development and implementation of training programs that address the identified training needs.

-Select or create training materials, such as presentations, handouts, and online modules. Stay

up to date on the latest instructional design theories and methods.

Operational

• Training Coordination

Coordinate the logistics and scheduling of training programs, including venue arrangements, participant registration, and materials distribution.

• Training Delivery

Facilitate or support the delivery of training programs, ensuring that they are engaging, interactive, and aligned with the learning objectives.

• Evaluation

Assist in the evaluation of training programs to assess their effectiveness and identify areas for improvement.

• Development

-Stay up-to-date on industry trends in learning and development.

-Recommend new learning and development technologies and resources.

• Identifying and assessing future and current training needs

• Drawing an overall or individualized training and development plan

• Deploying a wide variety of training methods

About Riyadh Air

Riyadh Air (RX), headquartered in the Saudi Capital, is the new national airline that’s shaping the future of flying. It seeks to lead the aviation industry by transforming Saudi Arabia into a global aviation and trade hub – a digitally native airline that will connect the kingdom to more than 100 destinations.

We’re looking for a visionary professional to architect and drive a future oriented learning strategy that builds critical capabilities, fuels performance, and inspires a culture of continuous growth.

In this critical role, you’ll design and deliver a strategic L&D framework that equips our people with the skills, agility, and mindset to thrive in aviation’s fast changing environment.

Working closely with business leaders, HR partners, and subject matter experts, you’ll identify skill gaps, build future focused learning programs, and leverage technology to elevate learning experiences across all functions.

With a high level view of organisational training, you will champion an innovative learning environment for our digitally native work environment.

You will lead the charge in transforming traditional training into a dynamic, tech-enabled, high impact ecosystem that is anchored in real business results.

From building skills taxonomies and capability frameworks to enabling next generation learning technology, you’ll be at the forefront of shaping a workforce that is agile, engaged, and ready for what’s next.

Join us and lead the transformation that turns potential into performance at every level of the organization.

Degree qualified, with demonstrated ability to operate effectively in a multinational and culturally diverse work environment.

You will demonstrate at least 10 years of relevant experience in the airline sector with at least 3 years in a leadership role.

We’d love to hear from you even more if you have multinational exposure, and are coming from a leading global airline.

This is your opportunity to shape the future of air travel. Bring your best and show us why you can own this position within Riyadh Air.

Please submit your application by clicking on the Apply button. Our Talent Acquisition team will be reviewing applications shortly.

• Director

• Full-time

• Human Resources

• Airlines and Aviation

Riyadh Air (RX), headquartered in the Saudi Capital, is the new national airline that's shaping the future of flying. It seeks to lead the aviation industry by transforming Saudi Arabia into a global aviation and trade hub - a digitally native airline that will connect the kingdom to more than 100 destinations.

We're looking for a visionary professional to architect and drive a future oriented learning strategy that builds critical capabilities, fuels performance, and inspires a culture of continuous growth.

In this critical role, you'll design and deliver a strategic L&D framework that equips our people with the skills, agility, and mindset to thrive in aviation's fast changing environment.

Working closely with business leaders, HR partners, and subject matter experts, you'll identify skill gaps, build future focused learning programs, and leverage technology to elevate learning experiences across all functions.

With a high level view of organisational training, you will champion an innovative learning environment for our digitally native work environment.

You will lead the charge in transforming traditional training into a dynamic, tech-enabled, high impact ecosystem that is anchored in real business results.

From building skills taxonomies and capability frameworks to enabling next generation learning technology, you'll be at the forefront of shaping a workforce that is agile, engaged, and ready for what's next.

Join us and lead the transformation that turns potential into performance at every level of the organization.

Degree qualified, with demonstrated ability to operate effectively in a multinational and culturally diverse work environment.

You will demonstrate at least 10 years of relevant experience in the airline sector with at least 3 years in a leadership role.

We'd love to hear from you even more if you have multinational exposure, and are coming from a leading global airline.

This is your opportunity to shape the future of air travel. Bring your best and show us why you can own this position within Riyadh Air.

Please submit your application by clicking on the Apply button. Our Talent Acquisition team will be reviewing applications shortly.

• Director

• Full-time

• Human Resources

• Airlines and Aviation

Riyadh Air (RX), headquartered in the Saudi Capital, is the new national airline that's shaping the future of flying. It seeks to lead the aviation industry by transforming Saudi Arabia into a global aviation and trade hub – a digitally native airline that will connect the kingdom to more than 100 destinations.

About The Role
We're looking for a visionary professional to architect and drive a future oriented learning strategy that builds critical capabilities, fuels performance, and inspires a culture of continuous growth.

In this critical role, you'll design and deliver a strategic L&D framework that equips our people with the skills, agility, and mindset to thrive in aviation's fast changing environment.

Working closely with business leaders, HR partners, and subject matter experts, you'll identify skill gaps, build future focused learning programs, and leverage technology to elevate learning experiences across all functions.

With a high level view of organisational training, you will champion an innovative leaving environment for our digitally native work environment.

You will lead the charge in transforming traditional training into a dynamic, tech-enabled, and a high impact ecosystem that is anchored in real business results.

From building skills taxonomies and capability frameworks to enabling next generation learning technology, you'll be at the forefront of shaping a workforce that is agile, engaged, and ready for what's next.

Join us and lead the transformation that turns potential into performance at every level of the organization.

About You
Degree qualified, with demonstrated ability to operate effectively in a multinational and culturally diverse work environment

You will demonstrate at least 10 years of relevant experience in the airline sector with at least 3 years in a leadership role.

We'd love to hear from you even more if you have multinational exposure, and are coming from a leading global airline.

This is your opportunity to shape the future of air travel. Bring your best and show us why you can own this position within Riyadh Air.

Please submit your application by clicking on the Apply button. Our Talent Acquisition team will be reviewing applications shortly.

We are seeking an accomplished Assistant Talent Development Manager to join our team. This role supports the implementation of performance management and talent development strategies while also driving innovative learning solutions. The position plays a key role in ensuring consistency, efficiency, and alignment with organizational standards, while fostering a high-performance culture that supports employee growth and business success.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Director of Talent Development to design, document, and implement SOPs across all departments, ensuring alignment with brand and operational standards.
• Support the delivery of performance management frameworks, including SMART objective setting, KPI development, structured reviews, and targeted development planning.
• Partner with managers to enhance feedback practices, coaching capability, and performance conversations.
• Contribute to succession planning by identifying key talent and supporting development pathways across hotels.
• Design and deliver in-house programs covering soft skills, leadership, onboarding, and managerial development, with a focus on instructional design and engaging learning material creation.
• Deliver training and communication sessions to ensure effective rollout and adoption of performance management processes.
• Prepare reports, insights, and recommendations on talent development and performance outcomes for senior leadership.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a similar role within HR/talent function.
• Proven expertise in designing, documenting, and implementing SOPs for hospitality operations.
• Strong knowledge of performance management systems, including KPIs, reviews, and development planning.
• Background in hospitality is essential; luxury sector experience strongly preferred.
• Fluency in English; proficiency in Arabic is a strong advantage.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Strong project management capabilities with a focus on quality, compliance, and operational excellence.

Why Join Us

• Strategic Head Office role with impact across all properties and departments.
• Opportunity to influence talent and performance practices while contributing to hotel-wide standards.
• A collaborative and professional environment committed to continuous improvement and high performance.

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Set and develop strategies aligned with organizational vision and future aspirations. Take a long-term and big-picture view of the business. Communicate compelling visions and translates that into plans and actions.

According to the service philosophy of Rosewood Hotel Group, to develop a series of effective learning programmes to let each of our associates understand the service philosophy specified above; to stimulate and inspire their passion in providing excellent service, and to be flexible to accommodate the development of our associates in all departments.

To integrate the training programmes with the on-going development of our associates, so that they will work towards the same goal and direction of Rosewood Hotel Group. Manage the training and development function for both Red Sea and Amaala hotels to include scheduling and facilitating existing programs, implementing new programs, and ensuring that all training and development standards are met.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Demonstrate sound business acumen by keeping up to date with market trends and industry dynamics. Identify business opportunities for the organization. Demonstrate financial awareness by thinking in terms of profits, loss and added value. Deliver tangible business results.
• Assist in compiling the Hotels’ talent development budget and to control and monitor expenditure on a monthly basis.
  

Operations

• Take initiative and ownership of making decisions and actions timely and independently. Take calculated risks and makes considered decisions based on information and intelligence across the organization.
• Analyse and prioritise training needs within the hotels, making reference to resources such as Trust You, hotel quality standards, Mystery Guest feedback reports, SOP Manuals and Sense of Engagement Survey; to develop annual and monthly training plans based on these training needs following Rosewood’s training principles.
• Establish relationships with and assist departmental trainers achieving their departmental training objectives for on-job training by coaching and motivating them through regular contact and by carrying out regular audits of personal development plans and training records.
• Ensure that the right people are in these positions and that their role adds value to the business.
• Assist departmental management to produce training plans for each department and individual associates with support from the departmental trainers.
• Develop and deliver creative and intuitive training programs to meet the needs of the business and associates.
• Coordinate The Perfect Discovery and follow-up to Discovery, ensuring that it is run regularly, delivering sessions if assigned trainer is unavailable, and updating sessions in line with hotel and company standards, legislation and the needs of the business.
• Manage the administration of all training related matters, recording nominations, sending out joining instructions and pre-course forms, following up with feedback forms and issuing certificates, etc.
• Co-ordinate and monitor associate participating in external training and educational programmes, ensuring promissory note is signed, gaining feedback and carrying out evaluation.
• Evaluate all training, reviewing feedback from delegates and managers, and amending contents where appropriate.
• Manage property e-learning system ensuring all compliance trainings are complete in given time frame.
• Source quality external training providers ensuring Rosewood London offers the very best selection of internal and external courses to our colleagues.
• Recruit and select students, school leavers and graduates for training programmes and placements within the Hotels, preparing a personalised programme for each starter that fits in with both the needs of the business and their objectives and following our brand guidelines.
• Establish links with Local Education Authorities, Industry Organisations, Government Bodies, Nominated Universities and Colleges and other contacts as appropriate, always looking for opportunities to promote Rosewood London with Passion.
• Regularly review training policies, procedures and practices and to recommend improvements where appropriate.
• Monitor present and future trends, practices and systems in the training field and to make recommendations relating thereto.
• Support where appropriate to the Director of Safety & Security and department in relation to the organisation and administration of Health and Safety training.
• Drive the performance review process through preparation and training in advance of the review season; motivation, communication and reporting of results during review season; by collecting and sharing feedback; and by preparing and implementing a training action plan based on the results.
• Identify key talent for succession planning and liaise with departmental managers to ensure personal development plans are implemented.
• Establish and maintain effective employee relations within the hotels and department.
• Identify CSR activities for hotels associates in line with Rosewood Impacts.
• Ensure each department conducts a Rosewood Daily Calling incorporating a 10-minute training session on the departmental standard of the week.
• Assist the Assistant Director of Talent & Culture and deputise for the Director of Talent & Culture as and when required, managing the department and representing the department at key meetings.
• Be an active member of the hotels management team, participating in any events and training as and when required.
• To be fully conversant with the Associate Journey Book.
  

Team

• Through people leadership,provide others with a clear direction and sets appropriate standards of behavior. Motivate and empower others by delegating work appropriately. Provide associates with development opportunities and support. Builds capable and diverse teams.
• Foster the development of a positive work environment for the department’s associates. Mentor all levels through formal and informal meetings, discussions and performance feedback.
• Establish and maintain effective internal communications and meeting structures to ensure optimum teamwork and productivity.
• Proactively drive high levels of associate engagement by ensuring regular conversations and communication through department meetings, one to ones, performance appraisals and all associate meetings.
• Foster a culture of recognition by promoting hotels recognition programmes and divisional incentives.
• Maintain discipline within the department and conduct disciplinary and grievance interviews with all relevant associates and as and when required with the Talent & Culture Department.
• Operate an efficient and well-organized department, ensuring all associates are well trained and highly motivated.
• Take an active role in ensuring compliance with training requirements in conjunction with Talent & Culture.
• Act as a coach and a mentor to senior leaders, focusing particularly on their personal development needs.
• Model the company culture, vision, mission and core values at all times, actively driving the vision and values across the hotel.
  

Other

While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the duties involved in this position, it is not to be regarded as exhaustive. The company reserves the right to add, remove or alter duties when business need dictates.

As the hotel’s level of business varies considerably, there is a need for flexibility in attitude, approach and working hours.

CRITICAL SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Well-developed leadership competencies:
• Initiative- ability to decide and initiate action.
• Strategic thinking- ability to formulate strategies and methodically solve problems.
• Business acumen- entrepreneurial mindset and commercial thinker.
• People leadership- leads by example, promoting a clear sense of purpose to associates.
  • Well-developed communication and presentation skills (written / verbal).
  • Effective relationship management skills (internal / external)
  • Strong guest centricity skills.
  • Strong project management and facilitation skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
  • Proficient in learning management systems, e-learning platforms, and data analysis tools.
    

• Seniority level Director

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Human Resources
• Industries Hospitality

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Set and develop strategies aligned with organizational vision and future aspirations. Take a long-term and big-picture view of the business. Communicate compelling visions and translates that into plans and actions.

According to the service philosophy of Rosewood Hotel Group, to develop a series of effective learning programmes to let each of our associates understand the service philosophy specified above; to stimulate and inspire their passion in providing excellent service, and to be flexible to accommodate the development of our associates in all departments.

To integrate the training programmes with the on-going development of our associates, so that they will work towards the same goal and direction of Rosewood Hotel Group. Manage the training and development function for both Red Sea and Amaala hotels to include scheduling and facilitating existing programs, implementing new programs, and ensuring that all training and development standards are met.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Demonstrate sound business acumen by keeping up to date with market trends and industry dynamics. Identify business opportunities for the organization. Demonstrate financial awareness by thinking in terms of profits, loss and added value. Deliver tangible business results.
• Assist in compiling the Hotels' talent development budget and to control and monitor expenditure on a monthly basis.
  

Operations

• Take initiative and ownership of making decisions and actions timely and independently. Take calculated risks and makes considered decisions based on information and intelligence across the organization.
• Analyse and prioritise training needs within the hotels, making reference to resources such as Trust You, hotel quality standards, Mystery Guest feedback reports, SOP Manuals and Sense of Engagement Survey; to develop annual and monthly training plans based on these training needs following Rosewood's training principles.
• Establish relationships with and assist departmental trainers achieving their departmental training objectives for on-job training by coaching and motivating them through regular contact and by carrying out regular audits of personal development plans and training records.
• Ensure that the right people are in these positions and that their role adds value to the business.
• Assist departmental management to produce training plans for each department and individual associates with support from the departmental trainers.
• Develop and deliver creative and intuitive training programs to meet the needs of the business and associates.
• Coordinate The Perfect Discovery and follow-up to Discovery, ensuring that it is run regularly, delivering sessions if assigned trainer is unavailable, and updating sessions in line with hotel and company standards, legislation and the needs of the business.
• Manage the administration of all training related matters, recording nominations, sending out joining instructions and pre-course forms, following up with feedback forms and issuing certificates, etc.
• Co-ordinate and monitor associate participating in external training and educational programmes, ensuring promissory note is signed, gaining feedback and carrying out evaluation.
• Evaluate all training, reviewing feedback from delegates and managers, and amending contents where appropriate.
• Manage property e-learning system ensuring all compliance trainings are complete in given time frame.
• Source quality external training providers ensuring Rosewood London offers the very best selection of internal and external courses to our colleagues.
• Recruit and select students, school leavers and graduates for training programmes and placements within the Hotels, preparing a personalised programme for each starter that fits in with both the needs of the business and their objectives and following our brand guidelines.
• Establish links with Local Education Authorities, Industry Organisations, Government Bodies, Nominated Universities and Colleges and other contacts as appropriate, always looking for opportunities to promote Rosewood London with Passion.
• Regularly review training policies, procedures and practices and to recommend improvements where appropriate.
• Monitor present and future trends, practices and systems in the training field and to make recommendations relating thereto.
• Support where appropriate to the Director of Safety & Security and department in relation to the organisation and administration of Health and Safety training.
• Drive the performance review process through preparation and training in advance of the review season; motivation, communication and reporting of results during review season; by collecting and sharing feedback; and by preparing and implementing a training action plan based on the results.
• Identify key talent for succession planning and liaise with departmental managers to ensure personal development plans are implemented.
• Establish and maintain effective employee relations within the hotels and department.
• Identify CSR activities for hotels associates in line with Rosewood Impacts.
• Ensure each department conducts a Rosewood Daily Calling incorporating a 10-minute training session on the departmental standard of the week.
• Assist the Assistant Director of Talent & Culture and deputise for the Director of Talent & Culture as and when required, managing the department and representing the department at key meetings.
• Be an active member of the hotels management team, participating in any events and training as and when required.
• To be fully conversant with the Associate Journey Book.
  

Team

• Through people leadership,provide others with a clear direction and sets appropriate standards of behavior. Motivate and empower others by delegating work appropriately. Provide associates with development opportunities and support. Builds capable and diverse teams.
• Foster the development of a positive work environment for the department's associates. Mentor all levels through formal and informal meetings, discussions and performance feedback.
• Establish and maintain effective internal communications and meeting structures to ensure optimum teamwork and productivity.
• Proactively drive high levels of associate engagement by ensuring regular conversations and communication through department meetings, one to ones, performance appraisals and all associate meetings.
• Foster a culture of recognition by promoting hotels recognition programmes and divisional incentives.
• Maintain discipline within the department and conduct disciplinary and grievance interviews with all relevant associates and as and when required with the Talent & Culture Department.
• Operate an efficient and well-organized department, ensuring all associates are well trained and highly motivated.
• Take an active role in ensuring compliance with training requirements in conjunction with Talent & Culture.
• Act as a coach and a mentor to senior leaders, focusing particularly on their personal development needs.
• Model the company culture, vision, mission and core values at all times, actively driving the vision and values across the hotel.
  

Other

While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the duties involved in this position, it is not to be regarded as exhaustive. The company reserves the right to add, remove or alter duties when business need dictates.

As the hotel's level of business varies considerably, there is a need for flexibility in attitude, approach and working hours.

CRITICAL SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Well-developed leadership competencies:
• Initiative- ability to decide and initiate action.
• Strategic thinking- ability to formulate strategies and methodically solve problems.
• Business acumen- entrepreneurial mindset and commercial thinker.
• People leadership- leads by example, promoting a clear sense of purpose to associates.
  • Well-developed communication and presentation skills (written / verbal).
  • Effective relationship management skills (internal / external)
  • Strong guest centricity skills.
  • Strong project management and facilitation skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
  • Proficient in learning management systems, e-learning platforms, and data analysis tools.
    

• Seniority level Director

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Human Resources
• Industries Hospitality

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