Director of Learning & Development

Overview

This role, based in the United States, involves leading the creation and implementation of organization-wide learning and talent development strategies that enhance skills, leadership capabilities, and support business expansion. Reporting through a partner company, the Director collaborates closely with HR executives, team leaders, and cross-functional departments to build scalable programs that foster employee growth and readiness for leadership roles.

Key Responsibilities

• Formulate and implement a comprehensive learning and development plan that aligns with company objectives and workforce needs.
• Develop scalable educational programs addressing technical competencies, professional growth, leadership development, and job-specific advancement.
• Oversee curriculum design and program delivery, managing facilitators, subject experts, and scheduling processes.
• Partner with HR and business leaders to enhance career development frameworks, competency models, and internal mobility efforts.
• Lead the performance management cycle including goal setting, evaluations, calibration, and manager enablement initiatives.
• Identify talent gaps and high-potential individuals, providing tailored development plans, mentoring, and leadership growth opportunities.
• Design and support succession planning by recognizing future leaders and preparing talent pools.
• Integrate learning and performance practices into broader HR strategies in collaboration with leadership teams.
• Contribute to AI-focused capability-building by working with global enablement teams to enhance AI learning adoption and readiness.
• Implement assessment frameworks to monitor program effectiveness and guide improvements based on data insights.
• Report talent development progress and strategic recommendations to senior leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant fields such as Human Resources, Learning & Development, Organizational Development, Business, or Education; Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of escalating experience in learning, organizational development, talent management, or related HR leadership roles.
• Proven track record designing learning strategies, leadership initiatives, career pathway frameworks, and scalable training solutions.
• Extensive experience managing performance management systems, including coaching, reviews, calibration, and development planning.
• Demonstrated capability in supporting talent reviews, high-potential identification, succession planning, and development planning.
• Leadership experience in managing or mentoring HR professionals or learning and development teams.
• Work experience in professional services, consulting, technology services, or similar industries is advantageous.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Dynamics 365, Data & AI tools, Power Platform, and Azure is a plus.
• Strong analytical skills utilizing workforce data and business metrics to measure program impact and drive improvements.
• Knowledge and experience with performance management platforms, with PerformYard preferred.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and influencing skills.
• Able to handle multiple priorities, maintain discretion, and adapt in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• Opportunity for flexible remote working arrangements.
• Comprehensive health coverage including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts and health reimbursement arrangements.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching contributions.
• Generous paid time off policies.
• Continuous professional development and learning opportunities.
• Collaboration within dynamic and experienced teams.

Additional Information

The hiring process utilizes AI-driven matching to shortlist candidates based on fit, but all final employment decisions are made by human teams. Data privacy is respected and governed under applicable laws including GDPR, with applicants retaining rights to access, correct, or request deletion of their data. AI tools support application screening but do not replace human judgment.