Learning & Development Specialist(Fixed-Term)

About the Job

We believe our employees are the foundation of our success and the source of our strength. Our vision is to become Türkiye’s most valuable and preferred industrial company, championing equality in the workplace. Join us in shaping the future of the automotive industry at Ford Otosan.

What Awaits You in This Role?

As a Learning & Development Senior Specialist, you will strengthen technical capabilities across the organization by designing and implementing data-driven upskilling and reskilling solutions. You will combine technical capability development with learning technologies, analytics and process automation to create scalable, measurable and impactful learning experiences. This position is offered on a 12-month fixed-term contract.

Technical development will be the primary focus of the role. You will also contribute to broader learning and development initiatives based on organizational needs, collaborating with HR Business Partners, business functions, IT teams, Koç Holding and external learning partners.

What You Will Do?

• Identify technical capability needs and translate them into structured development priorities, learning journeys and annual plans.
• Design, develop and implement technical upskilling and reskilling programs aligned with organizational priorities.
• Support the development and continuous improvement of technical academies, curricula and role-based learning paths.
• Conduct capability and learning-needs assessments across the organization and convert findings into actionable development solutions.
• Design blended and digital learning solutions by applying adult-learning principles and contemporary instructional-design practices.
• Manage end-to-end learning delivery plans, including content, timing, learning standards, stakeholder coordination and effectiveness measurement.
• Use learning technologies, LMS/LXP platforms and digital tools to improve accessibility, learner experience and operational efficiency.
• Develop learning analytics, dashboards and reporting approaches that enable data-driven decision-making.
• Improve the quality and reliability of learning data and support the automation of training and development reporting.
• Measure learning effectiveness and continuously improve programs using data, participant feedback and business insights.
• Partner effectively with HR Business Partners and business stakeholders to shape and deliver relevant learning solutions.
• Coordinate with IT teams, technology providers and external partners on learning-system improvements and digital learning solutions.
• Collaborate with the Koç Holding L&D team on the deployment and execution of group-wide technical development strategies and processes.
• Contribute to broader L&D and cross-functional HR projects as required.

What We Are Looking For?

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline; a postgraduate qualification is an advantage.
• At least 3 years of relevant experience in learning and development, preferably within a global or complex organization.
• Hands-on experience in technical capability development, learning-needs analysis, upskilling/reskilling, academy structures or learning-journey design.
• Experience with LMS/LXP platforms, digital learning solutions, learning analytics or reporting automation.
• Ability to interpret data, generate insights and translate them into practical learning decisions.
• Experience in designing and delivering blended learning solutions and measuring learning effectiveness.
• Strong project management, stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; experience with Power BI, Power Query or similar analytics tools is an advantage.
• Fluent written and spoken English.
• Field-operation awareness and experience supporting field populations are considered an advantage.

Technical & Behavioural Competencies

• Strategic and systems thinking
• Learning agility and curiosity
• Data literacy and analytical thinking
• Digital mindset and technology orientation
• Instructional design and adult-learning knowledge
• Project and stakeholder management
• Change management
• Strong communication, facilitation and influencing skills
• Collaboration across functions and cultures
• Results orientation and continuous improvement mindset

When You Start Your Career at Ford Otosan

• You will experience a hybrid working model and become part of an agile team.
• You will become a member of the Koç Pension Foundation.
• You and your loved ones will enjoy the benefits of KoçAilem.
• You will be able to choose your side benefits through Flextra.

Equal Opportunity

The only criterion evaluated in recruitment and employment is suitability for the role. Equal opportunity is provided without discrimination.

About Ford Otosan

Ford Otosan is one of Türkiye’s leading industrial companies and operates across multiple manufacturing, R&D and logistics locations. Guided by its ‘Future. Now’ vision, the company continues to shape the future of mobility while creating value for its employees, customers and society.

Our culture, ‘Dynamic Balance’, is built on mutual trust and respect, valuing one another, openness to change and innovation, and transparent communication. A shared culture brings us together around a common purpose and helps us build a stronger future.

Role Location

Istanbul