Learning & Development, Lead Professional

Job description

**Vestas is the world leader in wind technology and a Defining-force in the development of the wind power industry. Vestas’ core business comprises the development, manufacture, sale, marketing and maintenance of Wind Turbines. Come and Join us at Vestas!** **Service > SSC - Services > Learning & Development** The Learning & Development department operates as a centralized function supporting all areas of the Vestas Global Capabilities Center. Its core role is to define and maintain training standards, frameworks, and best practices that guide how learning is delivered across the organization. L&D team partners with GCC Functions to ensure all training is consistent, effective, and aligned with business needs. Department's scope covers e.g.: Designing training frameworks and standards applied across all teams Developing and updating core learning materials in collaboration with subject‑matter experts Ensuring training quality and consistency through guidelines, templates, and methodologies Evaluating training impact by collecting feedback, monitoring performance, and refining the learning approach **Responsibilities** - Developing and maintaining training standards, frameworks, and methodologies used across all operational teams - Creating and updating core training materials, templates, and guidance in collaboration with SMEs. - Establishing quality criteria for training content and delivery conducted by process trainers - Evaluating training effectiveness through feedback analysis, assessments, and service performance & quality indicators - Supporting functional areas in designing role‑specific learning paths that align with organizational priorities - Maintaining the learning governance model, ensuring training is documented, standardized, and regularly reviewed **Qualifications** - Experience in Learning & Development, training design, or instructional design (corporate environment preferred) - Degree in Human Resources, Education, Instructional Design, Organizational Development, or a related field is an advantage - Strong understanding of adult learning principles, learning methodologies, and training frameworks - Familiarity with digital learning tools, and modern learning technologies - Experience working in shared services, operations, or process-driven environments is an advantage - Advanced English communication skills (written and spoken) required for cross‑functional collaboration and documentation **Competencies** - Collaboration & Stakeholder Management: works effectively with SMEs, process owners, and trainers across functions - Communication Skills: capable of presenting complex topics clearly and building buy‑in with stakeholders - Continuous Improvement Orientation: proactive in identifying gaps, proposing enhancements, and updating materials - Attention to Detail: ensures accuracy, consistency, and compliance with training standards - Change Management Awareness: understands how learning supports organization-wide transformations - Analytical Mindset: able to assess training effectiveness and connect learning outcomes to performance - Standardization & Governance Skills: comfortable implementing frameworks, guidelines, and quality criteria **What We Offer** We offer an exciting job with significant opportunities for professional and personal development in an inspiring, progressive, and international work environment in the sustainable energy sector. We value initiative, responsibility and creativity. **Additional Information** Your primary location will be in Chennai, India Please note: We do amend or withdraw our jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time, including prior to the advertised closing date. Please be advised to apply on or before 15th Aug 2026 Learn more about Vestas at www.vestas.com and follow us on our social media channels. **Our commitment to a fair hiring.** At Vestas, we evaluate all candidates solely based on their professional experience, education, and relevant skills. To support a fair recruitment process, we kindly ask that you remove any photos, dates of birth or graduation, gender pronouns, marital status, or other personal information not relevant to the role before submitting your CV/resume. Your CV/resume should focus on your professional and educational background, along with the necessary contact details (email and phone number). We train our hiring teams in inclusive evaluation and regularly review process outcomes to ensure fairness. **DEIB Statement** At Vestas, we recognize the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in driving innovation and success. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, particularly those who may hesitate due to their identity or feel they do not meet every criterion. As our CEO states, "Expertise and talent come in many forms, and a diverse workforce enhances our ability to think differently and solve the complex challenges of our industry". Your unique perspective is what will help us powering the solution for a sustainable, green energy future. **BEWARE – RECRUITMENT FRAUD** It has come to our attention that there are a number of fraudulent emails from people pretending to work for Vestas. Read more via this link, https://www.vestas.com/en/careers/our-recruitment-process **About Vestas** Vestas is the energy industry’s global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We are specialised in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore. Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than anyone else. We consider ourselves pioneers within the industry, as we continuously aim to design new solutions and technologies to create a more sustainable future for all of us. With more than 200 GW of wind power installed worldwide and 40+ years of experience in wind energy, we have an unmatched track record demonstrating our expertise within the field.