Director, Learning & Career Development

Signature Aviation•Orlando, FL

12h

About The Position

We’re seeking a Director, Learning Development to design the strategy, build and deliver high impact‑ learning experiences for our leaders, and scale a cohesive capability-building system that strengthens team member impact across the company. The selected individual won't just run programs; you’ll design, launch, and scale the learning initiatives that define our team member experience as we grow. We need a forward-thinking strategist; someone who builds with scalability in mind, pairing deep empathy with the resourceful problem-solving skills required to drive results in an evolving landscape

Requirements

10+ years of experience in learning & development or leadership development.
A track record of building and scaling successful learning programs that drive measurable outcomes.
Strong instructional design and learning technology acumen, including blended learning, learning platforms, and AI-enhanced tools.
A strategic approach and hands-on leadership style—able to think big and execute quickly.
Ability to work in a cross-functional, matrixed setting and influence senior leaders.
Data fluency—able to define success metrics, assess return on investment, and adapt based on insights.

Nice To Haves

coaching certification
experience with career pathing
succession cohort development or manager enablement

Responsibilities

Design & Execute a Learning Strategy: Evolve our company-wide learning and build our development roadmap that supports growth, engagement, and capability building.
Partner with our Talent Management team, Leadership and People Mangers to assess our current state of learning through needs assessment and comprehensive review of data to drive a learning environment that supports our team members.
Partner with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to translate complex knowledge into actionable learning; iterate on solutions through stakeholder socialization and feedback loops.
Leverage adult learning theory and modern instructional design to produce engaging, learner-centered materials that drive retention and behavior change.
Establish a robust evaluation framework to measure the efficacy of content, delivery, and learner outcomes, using data to continuously refine and elevate the learning experience.
Lead high-energy workshops and strategic discussions that inspire engagement and practical application across all levels of the organization.
Ensure all development initiatives are closely aligned with business priorities and long-term strategic goals.
Strategically vet and manage third-party L&D partnerships, ensuring high-quality delivery and maximum ROI.
Act as the internal authority on emerging L&D trends, learning technologies, and innovative pedagogical methods to keep our team future-ready.
Build high-quality learning experiences for employees at all levels—including onboarding, early career, people leader development, and high-potential talent/succession programs.
Lead a small, agile L&D team and partner with cross-functional leaders to build a shared learning culture.