Learning and Development Manager – Hayleys Group

Learning and Development Manager – Hayleys Group

Job Overview

Dipped Products PLC is seeking a dynamic and results-oriented professional for the position of Manager – Learning and Development. The selected candidate will lead organizational learning initiatives, employee capability development, and training operations while supporting continuous performance improvement across the organization.

This opportunity is ideal for HR and Learning & Development professionals with strong facilitation, LMS administration, and organizational training experience.

Job Title

Manager – Learning and Development

Company

Dipped Products PLC

Parent Company

Member of Hayleys PLC

Job Type

Full Time

Industry

Human Resources / Learning & Development / Manufacturing

Company Overview

Dipped Products PLC and its subsidiaries are globally recognized manufacturers of rubber gloves. The company operates in:

• Sri Lanka
• Thailand

and maintains extended marketing operations in:

• Italy
• Poland
• France

DPL is listed on the Colombo Stock Exchange and is part of the Hayleys Group.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct training needs analysis and prepare annual training plans.
• Identify learning and development needs through performance evaluations and stakeholder discussions.
• Facilitate classroom, workshop, virtual, and on-the-job training programs.
• Design and customize learning materials, presentations, facilitator guides, and development resources.
• Conduct Training Needs Identification (TNI) and competency mapping initiatives.
• Drive capability building through blended learning methodologies.
• Coordinate leadership development, compliance, and operational excellence training programs.
• Administer Learning Management System (LMS) activities including learner enrollment and reporting.
• Monitor and evaluate training effectiveness using assessments, feedback, and analytics.
• Support employee engagement and retention initiatives through learning campaigns.
• Maintain training records and compliance documentation.

Required Qualifications

• Degree or professional qualification in:
  • Human Resources
  • Learning & Development
  • Business Management
  • Psychology
  • Or related field
• Professional certification in Train-the-Trainer (TTT) from City & Guilds or equivalent institute is highly preferred.
• MBA/MSc from a recognized university will be an added advantage.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in:
  • Training delivery
  • Facilitation
  • Learning programme coordination
  • LMS administration
• Proven experience in designing and developing training interventions and learning materials.
• Hands-on experience with LMS platforms and digital learning tools.
• Strong communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Exposure to manufacturing or corporate environments will be an added advantage.

Required Skills

• Learning Management Systems (LMS)
• Training facilitation
• Employee engagement
• Competency development
• Adult learning methodologies
• Reporting & analytics
• Stakeholder management
• Digital learning tools
• Leadership development
• Microsoft Office proficiency

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive remuneration package
• Performance-driven rewards
• Career growth opportunities within Hayleys Group
• Exposure to large-scale corporate learning operations

How to Apply

Interested candidates are requested to apply through the company’s official application process by clicking the “Apply Now” option mentioned in the advertisement.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Hayleys PLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.