Assistant Learning and Development Manager
Plan, direct, or coordinate the training and development activities and staff of an organization. In the GCC market, this role is actively hired across Oman, Qatar, Saudi with 5 recent postings.
An Assistant Learning and Development Manager in the GCC region requires Excel, presentation, communication, project management, ERP. Plan, direct, or coordinate the training and development activities and staff of an organization. This role is in demand across the Gulf Cooperation Council countries.
Salary across the GCC
Monthly gross median in local currency, by country × seniority.
| Country | Junior | Mid-Level | Senior | Lead / Principal |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | 11,000 AED | 18,500 AED | 29,000 AED | 40,000 AED |
| Saudi Arabia | 10,500 SAR | 18,000 SAR | 27,500 SAR | 38,500 SAR |
| Qatar | 11,500 QAR | 19,500 QAR | 30,500 QAR | 42,000 QAR |
| Kuwait | 900 KWD | 1,550 KWD | 2,350 KWD | 3,300 KWD |
| Oman | 1,000 OMR | 1,700 OMR | 2,650 OMR | 3,650 OMR |
| Bahrain | 950 BHD | 1,600 BHD | 2,500 BHD | 3,450 BHD |
How Assistant Learning and Development Manager pay varies in the UAE
UAE · mid-level · monthly gross in AED
Modelled from 500 market signals (Michael Page, Cooper Fitch & Hays surveys + Tabbio posting data) · updated June 15, 2026 · How we estimate
By company size
Median compensation varies with headcount.
Top-paying industries
Median for this role, ranked by sector.
Estimates modelled from GCC pay surveys and live posting volume — a directional guide, not a live salary feed.
Top hiring companies
- Anantara Hotels & Resorts
- Minor International
- Anantara
- Dusit
- Hilton
Active markets
- oman
- qatar
- saudi
- 01
: Assist in developing and delivering training programs aligned with Minor Hotels’ brand standards, operational procedures, and guest
- 02
Assist in developing and delivering training programs aligned with Minor Hotels’ brand standards, operational procedures, and guest experience expectations.
- 03
Support induction and onboarding programs for new employees to ensure smooth integration into hotel operations and understanding of company culture.
- 04
Coordinate departmental training in areas such as guest service, housekeeping, food & beverage, front office, and safety procedures.
- 05
Collaborate with department heads to identify skills gaps, performance trends, and training needs, and implement targeted training interventions.
- 06
Assist in leadership development programs for supervisory and managerial staff, including coaching, mentoring, and succession planning support.
- 07
Monitor and evaluate training effectiveness using assessments, feedback surveys, and performance data; recommend and implement improvements.
- 08
Maintain accurate and up
What is the average Assistant Learning and Development Manager salary in the UAE?
The median monthly gross salary for a mid-level Assistant Learning and Development Manager in the UAE is estimated from sample Gulf pay data. The figures scale with seniority — juniors earn roughly 55-60% of the mid level, seniors about 1.5×, and leads/principals close to 2×.
Which GCC country pays Assistant Learning and Development Manager salaries the most?
Qatar and the UAE typically lead for Assistant Learning and Development Manager salaries, with Saudi Arabia close behind. Kuwait, Bahrain, and Oman pay in local currency but the gross AED-equivalent is usually somewhat lower.
Are these figures gross or net?
All numbers are monthly gross base pay — before housing or transport allowances, bonuses, or statutory deductions. GCC payroll typically has no income tax for residents, so gross and net are close for most expats.
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