Human Capital, Training & Business Development Manager

If you are an experienced HR professional with strong expertise in training administration and a proven ability to lead, influence, and drive people initiatives, this is an excellent opportunity to step into a senior Human Capital role within a dynamic organization.

Role Overview:
We are seeking a Human Capital, Training & Business Development Manager to play a pivotal role in both people strategy and the commercial development of our training institution. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you will act as a strategic HR partner to management, combining strategic input with operational leadership, while also driving business development initiatives to expand training offerings, partnerships, and revenue streams.
This role combines HR leadership, training strategy, and commercial acumen, requiring a professional who can operate confidently at both strategic and operational levels.

Key Responsibilities
1. Training Strategy & Leadership
• Lead the Group’s training strategy by conducting comprehensive training needs analyses and developing annual training plans aligned with business objectives.
• Oversee the design, delivery, and evaluation of internal and external training programs, ensuring quality, relevance, and measurable impact.

2. Business Development – Training Institution
• Drive business development initiatives for the training institution, including identifying new market opportunities, clients, and revenue streams.
• Develop and promote training solutions tailored to client needs, in collaboration with internal stakeholders and subject matter experts.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with corporate clients, partners, and external stakeholders.
• Contribute to pricing strategies, proposals, and contractual discussions for training services.
• Support branding, marketing, and positioning of the training institution to enhance market visibility and competitiveness.

3. HR Leadership & Advisory
• Provide expert HR advice to management on employee relations, performance management, workforce planning, and talent development.
• Ensure consistent and effective application of HR policies and procedures across the Group.

4. HR Operations, Governance & Compliance
• Oversee core HR functions including recruitment, onboarding, disciplinary processes, performance management, and compliance with employment legislation.
• Ensure robust HR governance, risk management, and adherence to best practices.

5. Payroll, Compensation & Benefits Oversight
• Work closely with the Human Capital Executive and Payroll Executive to oversee payroll administration, compensation frameworks, and benefits structures, ensuring compliance and accuracy.

6. HR Projects & Change Management
• Lead and manage strategic HR and training-related projects, including system enhancements, policy reviews, and organizational development initiatives.

7. People Leadership & Capability Building
• Provide leadership, coaching, and guidance to HR team members, fostering a high-performance and accountable culture.

8. HR Analytics, Reporting & Performance Monitoring

• Oversee HR and training data, reporting on key metrics including training effectiveness, employee development, and business performance.

9. Employee Engagement & Culture
• Champion employee engagement initiatives and support the development of a positive, performance-driven organizational culture.

What We’re Looking For:
• Strategic HR & Commercial Acumen: Ability to align people strategy with business growth objectives.
• Business Development Mindset: Proven capability to identify opportunities, develop client relationships, and drive revenue growth.
• Leadership & Influence: Proven capability to influence senior stakeholders and drive alignment across diverse business units.
• Training & Development Expertise: Advanced understanding of adult learning principles, training effectiveness measurement, and capability development.
• Judgement & Problem Solving: High level of discretion, analytical thinking, and sound decision-making in complex situations.
• Change Leadership: Ability to lead and embed change in a structured and people and talent-centric manner.

Qualification and Aptitude:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related discipline (postgraduate qualification or professional HR certification is an advantage).
• 5+ years’ progressive experience in Human Resources, training, or learning & development, with exposure to business development or client-facing activities.
• Strong knowledge of employment law, HR governance frameworks, and training administration.
• Proven experience in developing and commercializing training programs including training strategy, administration, and program evaluation.
• Proficiency in HRIS and HR reporting tools.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Ability to operate autonomously while collaborating effectively at senior management level.

About Us:

At PLEION Consulting Ltd, we are driven by a clear mission: redefining success through our people. We are a vibrant, forward-thinking organization that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous development. As part of the PROBUS PLEION Group, we provide HR and related services to approximately 40 companies within the Group, incorporated in Mauritius. Joining us means becoming part of a culture that promotes excellence and supports both personal and professional growth.

Apply today!