Learning & Development Manager
About this position
The Learning & Development Manager is responsible for developing and executing strategic learning and development initiatives aligned with the organization's goals, while also facilitating training programs and assessing their effectiveness.
Responsibilities
• Develop and execute a strategic L&D and OD roadmap aligned with the organization's goals and objectives.
• Design and deliver a wide range of training and development initiatives, including leadership development programs, technical skills training, and soft skills workshops.
• In consultation with HR leadership, review existing training programs (both organizational required trainings and professional development opportunities)
• Update and maintain accurate and effective learning content, suggest enhancements and modifications to improve employee engagement.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to create and implement talent development strategies, succession planning, and career development frameworks.
• Facilitate and/or present training sessions and programs through a variety of distribution channels.
• Design and implement effective, ongoing learning opportunities and programs for all staff, which may include mentor training, career path development, and professional development.
• Develop systems and infrastructure for all learning, training, and development programs by establishing standardized methods for delivery, evaluation, measurement, and outcome reporting.
• Establish maintain, and report on metrics to measure training effectiveness, utilization, and compliance.
• Develop assessments to identify training needs, gaps in curriculum and other learning opportunities that support performance management and organizational initiatives and goals.
• Evaluate and determine the effectiveness of current learning methods/systems.
• Partner across the organization to assess program development needs that drive the overall organizational strategy, including the creation and administration of new and innovative learning and training solutions.
• Design and maintain communication strategies to inform employees of development and educational events, opportunities, requirements, and resources.
• Research and develop team and/or cohort learning opportunities.
Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree in human resources or higher, Organizational Development, Psychology, or a related field.
• 5 or 10 years of professional experience developing and delivering training programs.
• Experience building training programs with technical and non-technical audiences.
• Proven experience in designing and implementing L&D and OD programs, preferably in a leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of adult learning principles, instructional design methodologies, and training evaluation techniques.
• Familiarity with talent management practices, including performance management, career development, and succession planning.
• Excellent facilitation and presentation skills, with the ability to engage and inspire diverse audiences.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to gather and interpret data to drive informed decision-making.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels.