Head of Learning

We're Hiring: Head of Learning & Development – Merchant Division
Are you a strategic learning leader with a passion for building organisational capability, developing young talent, and shaping a high‑performance learning culture? Lesaka Merchant is searching for a Head of Learning & Development to design and lead an integrated L&D strategy that accelerates growth, strengthens capability, and drives business transformation.
Location: Johannesburg
Reporting Line: Chief People Officer: Merchant
Direct Reports: L&D Specialists, Trainers/Facilitators, Learning Content Developers
Role Purpose
The Head of Learning & Development (L&D) is responsible for creating and driving an integrated learning strategy that builds organisational capability, accelerates talent readiness, and supports the Merchant Division's strategic growth.
This role establishes and leads the Lesaka Merchant Academy, develops young talent pipelines, manages learnerships, internships, and graduate progra...