Senior Learning and Development Manager job description
A Senior Learning and Development Manager is a strategic leader responsible for designing and implementing comprehensive training programs that enhance employee skills and drive organizational growth. This role is critical for building a high-performance culture and ensuring the company remains competitive through continuous talent development.
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What is a Senior Learning and Development Manager?
A Senior Learning and Development Manager is an experienced professional who oversees the creation and execution of employee training and development strategies within an organization. They assess company-wide learning needs, develop curriculum frameworks, and align training initiatives with business objectives to foster professional growth and improve overall performance.
What does a Senior Learning and Development Manager do?
Senior Learning and Development Managers conduct training needs analyses, design and deliver leadership development programs, manage L&D budgets, and evaluate program effectiveness through metrics and feedback. They collaborate with HR and department heads to identify skill gaps, implement learning technologies, and mentor junior L&D staff to ensure consistent development across the organization.
Job Overview
The Senior Learning and Development Manager will lead the design, implementation, and evaluation of comprehensive learning strategies that drive organizational performance and employee development. This role requires expertise in adult learning principles, leadership development, and talent management to create impactful programs that align with business objectives and foster a culture of continuous learning.
Senior Learning and Development Manager responsibilities include:
1. Develop and execute enterprise-wide learning and development strategies aligned with business goals
2. Design and deliver leadership development programs, manager training, and professional skills workshops
3. Conduct thorough training needs assessments through stakeholder interviews and performance data analysis
4. Manage the annual L&D budget, ensuring optimal allocation of resources and ROI measurement
5. Oversee the implementation and optimization of the Learning Management System (LMS)
6. Create metrics and analytics frameworks to measure program effectiveness and business impact
7. Partner with senior leadership to identify current and future capability gaps
8. Manage vendor relationships and external training partnerships
9. Lead a team of L&D specialists and instructional designers
10. Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in corporate learning
1. Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Education or related field
2. 8+ years of progressive experience in learning and development roles
3. 3+ years of experience managing L&D teams and budgets exceeding $500K
4. Proven expertise in instructional design methodologies (ADDIE, SAM, Agile)
5. Demonstrated success in designing and implementing leadership development programs
6. Extensive experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS) and learning technologies
7. Strong project management skills with ability to manage multiple enterprise-wide initiatives
8. Excellent facilitation and presentation skills for executive-level audiences
9. Experience developing and measuring ROI for learning programs
10. Deep knowledge of adult learning theories and application
Preferred Qualifications
1. Master's degree in Organizational Development, Human Resources, or MBA
2. Professional certifications (CPLP, ATD, SHRM-SCP)
3. Experience in change management methodologies and implementation
4. Background in leadership coaching and executive development
5. Experience in Fortune 500 or large multinational organizations
6. Knowledge of diversity, equity, and inclusion training frameworks
7. Experience with digital learning platforms and microlearning strategies
8. Background in talent management and succession planning
9. Experience in mergers and acquisitions integration training
10. Proficiency in data analytics and learning measurement tools
Bonus Skills
1. Ph.D. in Organizational Psychology or related field
2. International training experience across multiple regions
3. Published research or white papers in L&D field
4. Experience with AI-powered learning platforms
5. Multilingual capabilities
6. Experience building corporate universities
7. Expertise in behavioral assessment tools (Hogan, DiSC, MBTI)
8. Background in sales training and enablement programs
9. Experience with VR/AR learning technologies
10. Strong network within the L&D professional community
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