Sr. Specialist, Learning & Development; Hybrid – Upper Gwynedd, PA

Overview

The Learning Consultant supports Learning Directors and Learning Partners in the execution of the L&D strategy through consulting and delivery on appropriate learning solutions. S/he applies understanding of key business priorities/processes and internal and external best practices to learning solutions. Partners with key divisional stakeholders to identify performance needs and gaps, collaborates with design experts and operational support points on desired performance and business outcomes.

Builds and maintains strong business relationships and learns from and applies insights from an integrated learning network. Success in this role depends on the candidate’s ability to apply adult learning theory, collaborate with others to design and deliver high impact learning solutions, and deliver business value through learning interventions.

• Execute learning and development solutions in their respective business areas, partnering with business clients to ensure sustainable business results
• Lead projects within portfolio of work to meet business requirements
• Provide SMEs and ensure learning solutions are relevant and provide business impact and a modern, compelling learning experience
• Support the definition of business and learning outcomes; measure and report impact of learning programs against set metrics, and evolve/modify solutions as needed
• Support manager and collaborate with peers to deliver a coherent, efficient, and strategically aligned approach to L&D planning and implementation
• Deliver or facilitate training content, or support and coach local L&D colleagues or global/local subject matter experts who will deliver or facilitate, as needed
• Manage and track financial commitments related to the learning solution
• Use data insights to influence solutions and outcomes

• Competencies:
  
  Business Acumen – Ability to engage with colleagues around business strategy, goals, and business outcomes, and make sound business decisions
• External Orientation – Apply external best practices in area of responsibility; model continuous learning for team and clients
• Leadership – Beginning ability to partner, collaborate, and impact decisions at all levels within and outside the organization
• Collaboration – Work constructively with individuals and groups; build and maintain critical networks and collaborative relationships; leverage internal partners to maximize efficiency and effectiveness; focus on core Learning Consultant responsibilities
• Creative Thinking to:
  Apply tools and techniques for grasping new concepts and revising patterns of thinking
• Business Consulting – Skill in consulting and coaching clients on when learning solutions are appropriate
• Oral and Written Communications – Ability to convey information clearly; strong verbal and written communication and presentation skills
• Decision Making and Critical Thinking – Ability to analyze problems and decisions using diverse methods; prioritize work and align with GL&D
• Data analytics – Define outcomes, metrics and measurement strategies; analyze data to inform decisions
• Planning – Project planning and management experience
• L&D Policies, Standards, and Procedures – Knowledge of industry and organizational standards relevant to staff learning and development
• Adult Learning Theory and Practice – Experience applying adult learning concepts to meet business needs
• Learning Needs Analysis – Experience assessing competency gaps and identifying learning requirements

Required:

Bachelor’s degree with 6+ years of related experience (4+ years with Master’s degree); minimum 1 year of leadership experience and minimum 1 year of experience facilitating/delivering learning solutions

Preferred:
Master’s degree; experience in learning, talent, HR or related areas; experience in technical/professional areas relevant to the division (e.g., R&D, manufacturing, sales/marketing)

Accountability;
Adaptability;
Adult Learning Theory;
Business Acumen;
Decision Making;
Instructional Design;
Leadership Development;
Learning Needs Analysis;
Oral Communications;
Planning;
Data Analytics;
Survey Tools;
Training Effectiveness