Learning & Development Business Partner

Are you a strategic and insightful Learning & Development Business Partner ready to collaborate with business leaders, design impactful leadership programmes, and drive behavioural transformation across a dynamic organisation

Who are we

ALEC Holdings PJSC, part of the Investment Corporation of Dubai (ICD), is a leading GCC construction group with over two decades of success delivering some of the region's most complex and high-profile projects. As a proudly publicly listed company, ALEC continues to raise the bar for quality, innovation, and excellence in construction, driving iconic developments that shape skylines across the Middle East.

In the UAE, ALEC has delivered many of the nation's most iconic developments, operating as a fully integrated contractor through specialist business units that provide end-to-end construction solutions.

ALEC provides strategic leadership, operational oversight, and shared services that support the performance and growth of all businesses within the Group. From governance, finance, and talent to innovation, digital systems, and sustainability, the Head Office acts as the central hub that enables each business unit to deliver with confidence, consistency, and excellence across the construction and engineering value chain.

Why Join Us

As a Learning & Development Business Partner based at ALEC, you'll play a vital role in enabling our diverse businesses to succeed. From strategy and governance to enabling services and shared expertise, you'll help shape the operational backbone that empowers our teams to deliver exceptional outcomes for clients across the region.

At ALEC, we're about more than just building iconic structures - we're about building exceptional careers. As a trusted partner to some of the region's most ambitious projects, we value innovation, operational excellence, and our people. Join us to deliver People & Culture initiatives that directly shape our business success, from sourcing candidates to enhancing candidate experiences.

About Your Team

We are a collaborative team that believes in the power of learning to transform people and organisations. Together, we design impactful development initiatives that support growth, strengthen leadership, and deliver real business results.

Your Role

As a Learning & Development Business Partner, you will

• Consult with business leaders to identify leadership and behavioural development needs.
• Design tailored learning solutions, workshops, and interventions to meet objectives.
• Deliver leadership training and facilitate behavioural development programmes.
• Partner with People & Culture teams to support succession and leadership readiness.
• Monitor learning effectiveness through feedback, evaluation, and analytics.
• Ensure programmes align with business priorities and organisational culture.
• Promote digital and blended learning methods for accessibility and reach.
• Maintain knowledge of external Learning & Development best practices and integrate innovations.
• Manage resources, implement strategies, and provide leadership to teams and departments to achieve business performance goals.
• Promote Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices within departments, ensuring compliance with sustainability standards and contributing to corporate responsibility goals.
• Implement and manage continuous improvement and innovation projects within teams and functions, streamlining workflows, optimising resources, and delivering measurable efficiency gains.
• Apply technical expertise and discipline-specific knowledge to deliver high-quality outcomes within your area of specialisation.
• Undertake any other reasonable duties and/or responsibilities as required by management, to meet the needs of the business

What We're Looking For

Skills and Competencies

• Learning & Development Design and Delivery
• Leadership Development
• Soft Skills & Behavioural Training
• Coaching & Facilitation
• Learning Systems & Processes (Learning Management Systems, e-learning platforms)
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Excellent written & verbal communication skills.
• Professional certifications such as CIPD (Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development), ATD (Association for Talent Development), or equivalent.
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in Learning
• Blended Learning Design
• Executive Coaching Skills
• 7+ years experience

What We Offer

• The chance to contribute to some of UAE most iconic projects.
• A collaborative, supportive environment that values innovation and excellence.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career progression.

Ready to create meaningful learning experiences that truly make a difference

If you're inspired by what you've read and believe you're the right fit, we'd love to hear from you.

Join ALEC Holdings and play a pivotal role in shaping a high-performing team that drives our success.

Apply today and be part of something excellent!

Please note we encourage you to apply as soon as possible, as this advert may close once we've found the right candidate. Although we can't respond to every application, we want to thank you for taking the time to apply and for considering a future with us.