Director, Talent & Learning Development

Voya Financial • Boston, MA

20h • Hybrid

About The Position

The Director, Talent & Leadership Development is a transformative leader who shapes the future of workforce capability by fostering a culture of continuous learning, inclusion, and innovation. This role champions growth mindsets and collaborative behaviors, driving enterprise-wide strategies that build future-ready skills, elevate leadership excellence, and leverage cutting-edge technologies to accelerate impact. By embedding agility and accountability into every initiative, the Director ensures employees at all levels are empowered to thrive in a rapidly evolving business environment—positioning the organization for sustainable success.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Business Administration, or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in enterprise learning, talent development, or leadership development within complex, fast-paced environments.
• Proven success in designing and implementing innovative, technology-enabled learning strategies that drive measurable outcomes.
• Strong understanding of future workforce trends, including digital transformation, AI adoption, and agile leadership.
• Expertise in modern learning methodologies such as blended learning, experiential learning, and personalized learning journeys.
• Excellent facilitation and presentation skills, with the ability to inspire diverse audiences and foster inclusion.
• Strong analytical skills and experience using data and learning analytics to inform decisions and demonstrate ROI.
• Exceptional leadership and team management capabilities, with a track record of building high-performing, collaborative teams.
• Ability to thrive in dynamic environments, balancing strategic priorities with operational execution.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute an enterprise-wide learning and development strategy aligned with organizational goals, embedding cultural behaviors such as curiosity, adaptability, and shared accountability.
• Design and implement innovative learning programs that integrate modern technologies (e.g., AI-driven platforms, immersive simulations, microlearning) to create personalized, inclusive, and scalable experiences.
• Lead leadership development initiatives that prepare emerging and senior leaders to navigate complexity with agility, foster collaboration across global teams, and champion inclusive decision-making.
• Conduct enterprise skill-gap analyses to identify critical capabilities for the future and create targeted pathways that encourage ownership and continuous growth.
• Champion a culture of learning by introducing flexible, on-demand solutions and inspiring employees to take accountability for their career development.
• Evaluate program effectiveness using advanced analytics and feedback loops, ensuring insights drive innovation and measurable impact.
• Collaborate with senior leaders and HR partners to embed learning into talent processes such as succession planning, performance management, and career progression—reinforcing behaviors that build trust and inclusion.
• Build strategic partnerships with external experts and technology providers to bring best-in-class practices and emerging trends into the organization.
• Provide coaching and mentoring to high-potential talent, accelerating readiness for critical roles while modeling growth-oriented behaviors.
• Manage resources effectively, prioritizing investments that deliver impact and reflect organizational values of transparency and accountability.
• Lead and inspire a team of learning professionals, fostering innovation, collaboration, and professional growth within the function.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision and life insurance plans
• 401(k) Savings plan – with generous company matching contributions (up to 6%)
• Voya Retirement Plan – employer paid cash balance retirement plan (4%)
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250/year
• Paid time off – including 20 days paid time off, nine paid company holidays and a flexible Diversity Celebration Day.
• Paid volunteer time — 40 hours per calendar year

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director