L&D & OD Manager - Skill Architecture, Assessment and Role Mapping

The incumbent will primarily be in charge of:

Skill Architecture Development

o Design and implement a robust skill architecture framework tailored to the legal industry.

o Collaborate with HR and senior leadership to identify key skills and competencies required for various roles within the firm.

Skills Assessment

o Create and administer skills assessment assignments to evaluate current skill levels

of members.

o Develop tools and methods for ongoing skills assessment and gap analysis.

Role-Skill Mapping

o Map each role within the firm to the required skills and competencies.

o Ensure clear and transparent criteria for performance evaluation based on skills.

Technology - Enhanced Learning

o Leverage advanced technologies such as AI, VR, and data analytics to create immersive and interactive learning experiences.

o Implement a state-of-the-art Learning Management System (LMS) to facilitate and

track employee development.

Performance Evaluation

o Collaborate with HR and leadership to develop a performance evaluation model

focusing on skill proficiency.

o Train managers and team leaders on how to use the new performance evaluation tools effectively

.

Learning and Development Programs

o Design and deliver training programs to address identified skill gaps.

o Partner with external training providers when necessary to enhance skill development.

Continuous Improvement

o Monitor the effectiveness of skill architecture and assessment programs.

o Collect and analyse data to continually refine and improve the skill development process.

EDUCATION AND PRIOR EXPERIENCE

-8-10 years post-qualification experience in the L&D function, primarily focused on Skill Based Competency Framework, Skill Assessments, and Role Vs Skill Mapping specific to various levels, functions, and practices in the organization

-At least 3-4 years of experience in creating Skill Architecture Framework

-A Masters Degree in Humanities, Business or Psychology

CANDIDATE PROFILE

-Experience in Business Consulting Firms, Big 4, Law Firms, HR Consulting Firms

-Experience in creating Frameworks for Skills Assessment and Gap Analysis

-Significant experience in mapping Roles with Skills and Competencies

-Working knowledge of creating Performance Evaluation Models focusing on Skill Proficiency

-Excellent communication / interpersonal skills

-Good ability to build relations with stakeholders