VP, Specialist, Learning & Development, Group HR

About the role

Group Human Resources at DBS is looking for a VP, Specialist, Learning & Development to partner with Business Units and Supporting Units such as Group Marketing and Communications, Transformation & Data, Technology and Operations. The role designs and delivers future-ready learning solutions aligned with business strategy and enterprise transformation priorities, with the aim of building a high-performance organisation.

Key responsibilities

• Design, implement and sustain learning and development solutions aligned with functional strategies, operating models and regulatory requirements.
• Drive and execute learning agendas, regional roadmaps and capability-building programmes, including those supporting digital, data, technology and operating model transformation.
• Conduct learning needs analysis and turn business challenges into learning solutions through engagement with senior stakeholders.
• Integrate Generative AI and digital learning technologies into learning design, delivery and evaluation, and advise on their responsible use.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of curricula and programmes using data, learner feedback and management insights, and ensure consistent, high-quality delivery.
• Represent DBS Academy with clear, client-oriented communication and identify learning interventions using blended learning, digital platforms, AI-enabled tools, in-house expertise and external vendors.
• Champion a culture of continuous learning and ensure compliance with internal controls, audit standards and regulatory requirements.

Required profile

• Degree holder with at least 8 years of Learning & Development experience, preferably in financial services.
• Proven experience partnering with Business Units and Supporting Units such as risk, finance, technology, operations and transformation.
• Strong stakeholder management skills, able to influence, consult and challenge senior leaders.
• Experience designing, delivering and facilitating learning programmes, including stand-up or senior-level sessions.
• Vendor management and end-to-end management of complex L&D programmes.
• Preferred: exposure to banking, Business or Supporting Units, Technology or Operations training.

Required skills

• Generative AI, digital learning tools and learning technologies.
• Data and analytics to assess learning effectiveness.
• Technology literacy and understanding of emerging trends affecting skills and workforce transformation.
• Experience in Technology, Generative AI and prompt engineering is an advantage.

The role is full-time and based in One Island East. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.