Learning and Development Manager

Job title:

Learning and Development Manager

Company

Renaissance Hotels

Job description

Let your passion for discovery become a career. Explore, discover, share, and inspire at St Pancras Renaissance HotelMasterpiece by Design. Dynamic by NatureThe St Pancras Renaissance Hotel is distinctly iconic and an architectural masterpiece that celebrates both heritage and innovation. Housed in one of London’s landmark buildings, it is where modern lifestyle and luxury experiences create new stories built upon those from the past.Position Summary:As a Learning and Development Manager at St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel you will play a pivotal role in ensuring a smooth and effective brand transformation by equipping associates with the skills, knowledge, and mindset needed to embrace the new brand identity. You will design and implement training programmes that align with the brand’s vision, values, and service standards while fostering a culture of continuous learning and excellence. Training programmes should focus on a variety of topics including product knowledge, company and brand philosophy, health and safety, customer service and leadership skills.You will be responsible for identifying training and development needs of hotel associates, provide a consistent high standard of training to achieve business goals. The Learning and Development Manager must drive and communicate Marriott and brand values and ensures all training and development activities are strategically linked to the organization’s mission and vision to ensure the highest levels of operational quality assurance is achieved.Responsibilities: Here’s what your journey with us entailsBrand Transition Training & Development

• Develop and execute a comprehensive training strategy to align associates with the new brand identity, culture, and service philosophy.
• Conduct workshops, e-learning modules, and hands-on training to ensure associates understand the brand’s values, customer experience expectations, and operational changes.

Operational & Service Excellence

• Implement brand-specific guest service training to elevate customer experiences and reinforce the new brand’s standards.
• Establish training programmes for front office, housekeeping, food & beverage, and other operational teams to enhance service consistency.
• Partner with operational leaders and property leadership to assess if associates demonstrate effective technical and leadership skills. Help to identify performance gaps and works with managers to develop and implement appropriate training to improve performance thus improving quality assurance levels received by guests.

Talent Development & Employee Engagement

• Develop leadership and career development programmes to upskill associates and support internal career growth.
• Introduce learning initiatives that enhance associate motivation, retention, and engagement in the new brand environment.
• Develops, implements, and maintains a hotel orientation programme for associates to introduce the company and the culture. Ensures individuals are equipped with the necessary knowledge, skills and confidence to be successful in their role.

Compliance & Quality Assurance

• Ensure all training programmes comply with industry standards, health & safety regulations, and hotel policies.
• Tracks key business indicators (associate and guest satisfaction, retention, and financial results) to determine the effectiveness of current training and development programmes and makes adjustments as necessary.

Qualifications/Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Hospitality Management, Organisational Development, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in Learning & Development, preferably in the hospitality industry.
• Strong experience in managing training programmes during a brand transformation or rebranding process.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and presentation skills.
• Familiarity with e-learning platforms, learning management systems (DLZ), and blended learning approaches.
• Strong leadership and change management capabilities to support associates through transitions.

What is in it for you:In addition to receiving a competitive salary and investment in your personal development, you will have access to an array of perks and discounts including:

• 31 days holiday (including Bank Holidays), with increasing entitlement based on length of service.
• Annual Bonus determined by personal and business performance.
• Private Medical Health coverage.
• Pension scheme participation.
• Life Assurance coverage.
• Annual Performance Review pay adjustments.
• Complimentary Gym and spa access.
• Free meals while at work.
• Dry-cleaning service availability.
• Complimentary enrolment in BenefitHub, granting unlimited deals from various retailers and more.
• 50% discount at any of the St Pancras outlets.
• Marriott Discount Card offering benefits on hotel stays and F&B across 130 countries.
• Travel ticket season loan.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme access.
• Comprehensive Training and Development programme participation.
• Awards and recognition celebrations, among many other benefit

Join Our Team: Ready to be part of a dynamic team dedicated to shaping the future of luxury hospitality? If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about making a difference, we want to hear from you.Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.At Renaissance Hotels, we believe in helping our guests experience the DNA of the neighborhoods they are visiting. Our guests come to discover and uncover the unexpected, to dive into a new culture, or simply to make the most of a free evening. They see business travel as an adventure because they see all travel as an adventure. Where others may settle for the usual, our guests see a chance to bring home a great story. And so do we. We’re looking for fellow spontaneous explorers to join our team to bring the spirit of the neighborhood to our guests. If this sounds like you, we invite you to discover career opportunities with Renaissance Hotels. In joining Renaissance Hotels, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work,​ begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global​ team, and become the best version of you.

Expected salary

Location

London

Job date

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 03:17:07 GMT

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