Talent Development Specialist

Who is WebBeds?

WebBeds is the fastest growing and most significant accommodation supplier to the travel industry. We are a global company offering ground services (hotels, transfers, tours, activities) to travel professionals. Our products help our partners and customers to create amazing Travel experiences.

Our Products range from a Retail Online platform, Integration Connectivity hub and distribution APIs to name but a few and our systems are 100% cloud hosted processing up to 5.0bn search requests daily. We deliver amazing outcomes using leading edge technology through innovative and creative thinking.

WebBeds is a subsidiary of Web Travel Group (ASX: WEB) – an ASX 200 listed company operating a global digital travel business.

What makes us stand out?

• We are a wholesale global travel organisation
• We have 1500+ people speaking 50+ languages in 120+ cites across 50+ countries
• We partner with over 430,000 properties in more than 15,000 destinations
• We work with more than 44,000 travel companies in 139 source markets
• We have an amazing Technology team focused on delivering valuable outcomes using innovative tech and creative & lateral thinking.

As a Talent Development Specialist, you will support the implementation of talent development strategies aligned with organizational objectives, ensuring their adaptability to evolving business needs. Reporting to the Talent Development Manager, you will collaborate with various departments to design, implement, and evaluate learning and development programs that address skill gaps and training needs.

Your role will involve managing leadership development programs, contributing to succession planning, and optimizing Learning Management Systems. By fostering innovative learning solutions and promoting diversity and inclusion, you will help create an inclusive learning environment that encourages a culture of adaptability and continuous growth.

Through these efforts, you will support the integration of talent development with performance management processes, ensuring employees have the tools and resources needed to succeed and thrive.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the implementation of the talent development strategy aligned with organisational goals.
• Deliver training where required within the strategy set by the Talent Transformation Director.
• Monitor and suggest adaptations to the strategy to meet evolving business needs.
• Collaborate with team members and department heads to support initiatives aligned with business objectives.
• Serve as a point of contact between the Talent Development department and other organisational units.
• Support the design, implementation, and evaluation of learning and development programmes.
• Help ensure programmes address identified skills gaps and training needs.
• Assist in managing leadership development programmes in alignment with the leadership competency framework.
• Contribute to succession planning efforts by identifying high-potential employees.
• Aid in the management and optimisation of Learning Management Systems (LMS) and other technologies.
• Encourage the adoption of innovative learning solutions such as virtual reality or gamification.
• Implement evaluation measures to assess the effectiveness of training and development programmes.
• Gather feedback and use data to support continuous improvement of learning initiatives.
• Support the integration of talent development with performance management processes.
• Assist in managing the budget for talent development activities, ensuring efficient resource use.
• Ensure compliance with mandatory training requirements and industry standards.
• Prepare draft reports on talent development activities, outcomes, and ROI for senior leadership.
• Promote diversity and inclusion within all talent development programmes and initiatives.
• Support the creation of an inclusive learning environment that values diverse perspectives.
• Help equip leaders and teams with skills and tools for navigating organisational change.
• Promote a culture of adaptability and continuous learning.
• Contribute to team projects and initiatives within the Talent Development department.
• Stay informed of industry trends and best practices to support innovation within the department.

The skills we would like to see in your suitcase:

• Minimum 5 years of experience within talent and learning development
• Experience in learning and development delivery, including facilitating training sessions, workshops, or e-learning modules.
• Strong presentation and communication skills, with the ability to engage and inspire participants across all levels of the organization.
• Familiarity with learning platforms and tools, such as Udemy, Culture Amp, or similar systems, to support program delivery and evaluation.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with teams and stakeholders, building relationships that drive successful learning outcomes.
• Analytical mindset, with the ability to measure the impact of training programs and make data-driven recommendations for improvement.
• Creative thinker, with a passion for designing engaging and interactive learning experiences.
• Proactive approach to problem-solving, with the ability to adapt to changing priorities and deliver results in a dynamic environment.
• Knowledge of global learning trends and the ability to tailor solutions to diverse cultural and regional needs.
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• A passion for personal and professional development, both for yourself and for others, with a commitment to fostering a culture of learning at WebBeds.

Other Conditions:

Employment is subject to successful completion of a background screening process. This may include verification of employment history, education, criminal record check, and reference checks, in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

Why choose us as your next destination?

We are super proud of our dedicated team of friendly, energetic & passionate professionals. Our people are key to the success of our business & everybody at WebBeds has their own unique role to play as we continue to drive the company forward.

Over 50 different languages are spoken by our workforce, but whether working from offices in Dubai or London or out in the field in Johannesburg or Buenos Aires, we all share the common goal to take pride in what we do & to deliver our partners with unbeatable service & support.

International highly skilled group of experts from all around the globe

Dynamic environment with the chance to grow, influence & impact change
Disruptive, fast-growing market leader within travel & endless possibilities
Culture built on collaboration empowerment and innovation

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