Learning & Development Manager

Reporting to the Director of Talent & Culture, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following: 

• Facilitate Accor and Property Training Programs to colleagues and leaders, including Train the Trainer, Interaction Management, Leadership Orientation, and other courses to promote development and enhance on-the-job skills
• Execute a world class onboarding experience for new Heartists, several hundred colleagues per year; Update the onboarding program as required
• Work with the Director, Talent & Culture and the Hotel Leadership Team to evaluate the annual Learning & Development strategies and programming for the hotel
• Work closely with the Director Talent & Culture to determine need for new workshops and training programs; aid in the creation and facilitation of these programs
• Create strong interpersonal relationships that allow for coaching and guidance to supports both leaders and colleague and maintain high levels of engagement in all areas of the Hotel
• Work with operational department leaders to review all Departmental Job Task Checklists and ensure that the tools are in place for successful departmental onboarding and training; track completion of Job Task Checklists
• Provide support and development of Departmental Trainers and ensure compliance and consistency across departments of the Hotel
• Maintain accurate records of all training activities and participant information; communicate completion rates to the Leadership Team
• Support Apprenticeship Programs throughout the Hotel
• Oversee manage the Educational Assistance Program with the support of the Director, Talent & Culture
• Oversee the colleague performance review program to ensure proper completion of probationary and annual reviews for all colleagues
• Utilize an online training system to assign mandatory courses to colleagues and leaders, monitor progress, and track completion
• Collaborate with Learning & Development Managers in the Region with regular monthly calls to align a regional strategic direction
• Other duties and travel as required/assigned

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a leadership role within the hospitality industry, preferably operations.  Previous L&D experience is an asset.
• University degree in Hotel/Restaurant Management or related discipline a strong asset
• Proven track record in needs assessment and facilitation of  training programs in driving service excellence results
• Demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Microsoft teams, PowerPoint, Publisher, Excel, and Word) required
• Enthusiastic and positive personality with ability to build strong relationships
• Sense of urgency and the ability to prioritize will be required
• Results orientated with the ability to be flexible and to work well under pressure
• Innovative, creative and willing to take risks and be accountable for successes, near misses and the inevitable, misses!
• Ability to analyze data and trends and create strategies for improvement