Learning and Development Manager – Four Seasons Hotel Madinah, Saudi Arabia

About Four Seasons

Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.

At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.

About the location:

Steps from the Prophet’s Mosque, our Hotel will offer luxury accommodation for the city’s 1.5 million annual visitors. The new-build hotel will be located at the heart of Madinah and steps from one of the most historic and significant sites in the region: Al-Masjid an-Nabawi, also known as the Prophet’s Mosque. Madinah is also home to the Quba Mosque, which is regarded as the oldest mosque in the world.

About The Role

We are seeking an innovative and strategic Learning and Development Manager to lead training and development initiatives at Four Seasons Hotel, Madinah. Reporting to the Director of People & Culture, you will play a key role in shaping the growth and development of our employees, ensuring they have the skills and knowledge to deliver exceptional service.

What You Will Do

• Design, implement, and oversee training programs that align with company values and operational goals.
• Conduct training needs assessments and develop learning solutions to enhance employee performance.
• Lead orientation and onboarding programs to integrate new hires into the company culture.
• Manage leadership development initiatives to support internal career progression.
• Coordinate with department heads to create role-specific training programs.
• Evaluate training effectiveness through assessments, feedback, and performance metrics.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, brand standards, and local training regulations.
• Foster a culture of continuous learning and professional development.
  
  

What You Bring

• A degree in Human Resources, Education, Business Administration, or a related field.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in training and development, preferably in luxury hospitality.
• Strong facilitation, coaching, and leadership skills.
• Experience designing and delivering training programs for various skill levels.
• Knowledge of modern learning techniques, e-learning platforms, and training technologies.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Fluency in English is required; Arabic is a plus.
  
  

What We Offer

• Competitive salary in a tax-free environment.
• Housing and transportation allowances.
• 30 days of vacation plus public holidays.
• Complimentary meals and uniform cleaning.
• Medical and life insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program and worldwide complimentary room nights.
• Opportunities for growth and development.
• Additional family benefits.
  
  

Schedule & Hours

This is a full-time role