The Senior Executive - Talent Development plays a key role in supporting the planning, coordination, and delivery of Learning & Development (L&D) initiatives across MR DIY. Working closely with the broader HR team, this role contributes to the execution of L&D programmes that build capability across the Group's regional markets. This is a high-impact, high-visibility role for a passionate L&D professional who thrives at the intersection of people, performance, and innovation.
Job Responsibilities
Programme Coordination & Implementation
- Support the planning and coordination of L&D programmes and initiatives in line with the annual training calendar and business priorities.
- Assist in designing blended learning journeys (digital, classroom, on-the-job, coaching) for diverse employee segments
- Coordinate aspects of training programmes and with external training vendors — scheduling, venue arrangements, participant communications, and post-training follow-ups.
- Help maintain and update the L&D calendar, ensuring smooth execution of planned programmes and timely communication to employees.
Talent & Leadership Development Support
- Support the delivery of leadership development programmes targeting emerging talent, mid-level managers, and senior leaders.
- Assist in administering Individual Development Plans (IDPs) by liaising with employees .
- Support initiatives to promote digital learning tools and encourage employee participation in self-directed learning
Tracking, Reporting & Evaluation
- Track and report key L&D training attendance, completion rates and post training feedback analysis
- Support the conduct of Training Needs Analysis (TNA) across business functions by gathering data, feedback and preparing summary reports.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Organisational Psychology, Education, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Minimum 2-3 years of progressive experience in Learning & Development
- Experience in supporting the delivery of L&D programmes .
- Good facilitation and communication skills, comfortable presenting to small groups and coordinating with cross functional stakeholders
- Basic understanding of instructional design principles and learning methodologies.
Preferred
- Experience in the retail, FMCG, or fast-paced consumer industry.
- Exposure to multi-country or regional talent development programmes across Southeast Asia.
- Ability to communicate in Bahasa Malaysia and/or Mandarin is an added advantage.
At MR DIY International, we're more than a global home improvement brand, we're a catalyst for ambitious talent ready to grow beyond borders.
With over 5,000+ stores across 15 countries globally, we offer unmatched international exposure to those looking to build a meaningful, global career.
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