Manager, Learning & Development

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Posted 2 Days Agojob requisition :
JR1422
** Job Description
** We have an exciting opportunity for a
** Manager, Learning and Development
** at UL Research Institutes and UL Standards & Engagement, based in our Evanston, Illinois, office.

The Manager, Learning & Development (L&D) is responsible for designing, developing, and delivering high‑impact learning solutions that strengthen organizational capability and support a culture of continuous learning. This role partners closely with leaders, subject matter experts, and external vendors to create training programs that enhance professional and leadership skills across the organization. The Manager oversees end‑to‑end learning initiatives—including needs assessment, program design, facilitation, coaching, and evaluation—and plays a key role in team‑building strategies, talent development, and succession planning.

This position ensures that employees have the resources and support to grow their careers while advancing the organization’s mission. This role reports to the Chief Human Resources Officer and is part of the HR leadership team.
** UL Research Institutes and UL Standards & Engagement
** At UL Research Institutes (ULRI) and UL Standards & Engagement (ULSE), we expand the boundaries of safety science to create a more secure and sustainable world. For more than a century, we have studied the unintended consequences of innovation, designed solutions to mitigate risk, created new safety standards and shared our findings with academia, scientists, manufacturers, and policymakers across industries.

We identify critical safety and sustainability issues, asking the tough questions because we believe a safer world begins with knowledge.
** What you’ll learn and achieve:
** As the Manager, Learning and Development, you will play a key role in the rapid growth of UL as you:
* Conduct needs assessments to identify organizational learning priorities, skills gaps, and development opportunities.
* Design and develop training programs, curricula, and learning pathways aligned with organizational goals.
* Collaborate with external vendors, training partners, and consultants to source, customize, and deliver high‑quality learning solutions.
* Lead the rollout of in-person or blended learning programs, e-learning modules, micro‑learning, and other innovative approaches and tools.
* Facilitate training programs, leadership development sessions, and team‑building programs for leaders and employees.
* Collaborate with HR business partners and other leaders to develop, manage, and/or support talent development and succession planning processes.
* Deliver coaching to individuals and teams to enhance performance, engagement, and collaboration.
* Measure program effectiveness and continuously refine learning programs to ensure relevance, accessibility, and impact.
* Contribute to other HR and organization-wide initiatives as required.
** What you’ll experience working at UL Research Institutes and UL Standards & Engagement:
** We have pursued our mission of working for a safer, more secure, and sustainable world for nearly 130 years, embedding conscientious stewardship into everything we do.
* ** People**:
Our people make us special. You’ll work with a diverse team of experts respected for their independence and transparency and build a network, because our approach is collaborative. We collaborate across disciplines, organizations, and geographies to build the global scientific response that today’s global challenges require.
* ** Interesting work**:
Every day is different for us here. We see what’s on the horizon and use our expertise to build the foundations of a safer future. You’ll have the opportunity to push the boundaries of human understanding as part of a team working to advance the public good.
* ** Grow and achieve**:
We learn, work, and grow together through targeted development, reward, and recognition programs.
* ** Values**. Four core values guide our work: collaboration, respect, integrity, and beneficence. By living our values, we…