Director of Learning and Talent Development

We are looking for talented applicants with enthusiasm, passion, positive service attitude and outstanding interpersonal and communications skills to fill this exciting position. Top tier luxury hotel experience Dynamic and vibrant working environment Option of MPF or ORSO retirement scheme Key Accountabilities: Develop and implement Learning & Talent Development strategies that support the hotel's business objectives, people agenda, and HSH talent priorities. Facilitate and drive the successful implementation of corporate learning, talent, leadership development, and succession management initiatives introduced by Head Office, ensuring alignment with Group standards and objectives. Design, review, and maintain a comprehensive learning and talent development framework that addresses organisational capability gaps and supports future talent requirements. Lead talent management processes including succession planning, talent reviews, career development, and Individual Development Plans for key talent populations. Lead the management and development of interns, management trainees, emerging leaders, and succession populations through structured development programmes. Champion The Peninsula service culture and ensure learning initiatives reinforce luxury service standards, employee engagement, and high-performance behaviours. Build and maintain effective partnerships with educational institutions, industry associations, and external learning partners. Plan and monitor the Learning & Talent Development budget to ensure effective utilisation of resources and measurable return on investment. Utilise learning and talent analytics to measure programme effectiveness and support business decision-making. General Requirement: University degree holder preferably in Human Resources, Learning & Development, Business Administration, or a related discipline. Minimum 8 years of progressive Learning & Talent Development experience, including at least 3 years in a leadership role. Proven experience in curriculum design, leadership development, succession planning, talent management, and learning programme implementation. Flexible, agile, and able to adapt to changing business priorities, organizational transformation, and evolving operational requirements in a dynamic hospitality environment. Strong leadership, coaching, facilitation, presentation, and project management skills. Excellent command of spoken and written English and Chinese. Hospitality industry experience within a luxury hotel environment is highly preferred. Certification in recognised development tools or psychometric assessments (e.g. MBTI, DISC, Insights Discovery) is an advantage. The Peninsula Hong Kong The Peninsula Hong Kong, HSH’s flagship hotel, opened in 1928 and is affectionately known by its nickname, "The Pen". Located in Tsim Sha Tsui with stunning harbour views, it blends classical grandeur, timeless elegance and modern in-room technology. The hotel features 300 guestrooms and suites, award-winning restaurants and bars, a spectacular spa, and a luxury retail arcade.