Job Title: Director of Learning and Development

Overview of the Role

The Director of Learning and Development is a strategic leadership position responsible for shaping and executing the organization’s learning initiatives to foster a culture of continuous growth and professional excellence. This role involves designing comprehensive training programs, developing leadership pipelines, and aligning learning strategies with the company’s overall business objectives. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of adult learning principles, talent development, and organizational development, ensuring that employees at all levels are equipped with the skills and knowledge necessary to drive business success. As a key member of the leadership team, the Director will collaborate across departments to identify learning needs, measure program effectiveness, and promote a learning environment that encourages innovation, engagement, and high performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Learning Leadership: Develop and implement a comprehensive learning and development strategy aligned with organizational goals, ensuring scalability and adaptability to evolving business needs.
• Program Design and Management: Design, oversee, and continuously improve a diverse portfolio of training programs, workshops, e-learning modules, and leadership development initiatives that enhance employee capabilities.
• Talent Development & Succession Planning: Identify high-potential talent, create tailored development plans, and establish succession pipelines to ensure leadership continuity and career progression within the organization.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Partner with senior management, department heads, and HR teams to assess learning needs, gather feedback, and ensure programs are relevant and impactful.
• Measurement & Evaluation: Establish metrics and KPIs to evaluate the effectiveness of learning initiatives, analyze outcomes, and report on progress to executive leadership.
• Budget & Resource Management: Manage the learning and development budget, optimize resource allocation, and oversee vendor relationships with external training providers and consultants.
• Foster Learning Culture: Promote a culture of continuous improvement and knowledge sharing across the organization through innovative approaches and engagement strategies.
• Leadership & Team Development: Lead and develop a team of learning specialists, instructional designers, and trainers to ensure high-quality program delivery and professional growth within the L&D team.
• Compliance & Best Practices: Ensure all learning activities comply with relevant regulations and industry standards, and stay abreast of emerging trends and best practices in learning and development.