Global Senior Manager, Learning & Development

Next Insurance•Boston, MA

2d•$163,000 - $220,000•Hybrid

About The Position

ERGO NEXT’s mission is to help entrepreneurs thrive by building the only technology-led, full-stack provider of small business insurance in the industry. We are building a world-class, future-ready talent engine, and this role sits at the heart of that ambition. As Global Senior Manager of Learning & Development, you will own the design, delivery, and continuous improvement of global learning strategies that sharpen technical skills and accelerate organizational transformation. This role blends strategic thinking with hands-on execution: you will build scalable programs, facilitate training directly, partner with leaders across the business, and champion our AI enablement agenda. The ideal candidate is equally comfortable in a boardroom conversation about capability strategy and in front of a room running an engaging workshop.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Education, Instructional Design, Technology, or a related field
7+ years of experience in Learning & Development, with meaningful exposure to technical or digital training
2+ years of experience managing global teams across multiple time zones and geographies
Proven ability to operate at both the strategic and hands-on levels-from building long-term learning frameworks to personally designing and delivering programs
Strong cross-cultural communication skills and experience working with global teams
Solid understanding of modern learning technologies, frameworks, and instructional design methodologies
Ability to confidently deliver training and facilitate learning in English
Comfortable navigating a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities
Flexibility to accommodate meetings across global time zones as needed
Background in a technology-driven environment, SaaS, IT, digital transformation, or similar

Nice To Haves

Experience with Lessonly
Certifications in instructional design or learning technologies (ATD, CPTD, CIPD, or equivalent)
Familiarity with emerging technologies such as AI, data analytics, or software development tools

Responsibilities

Lead the design and execution of ERGO | NEXT's enterprise AI enablement strategy- building capability through a clear AI skills framework, persona-based learning paths, and applied, use-case-driven experiences tied to real work outcomes
Conduct skills gap analyses to identify current and future technical learning needs across the organization
Design, deliver, and evaluate a range of learning solutions- including workshops, self-directed courses, mentoring programs, and peer learning forums
Facilitate workshops, virtual and in-person training sessions, and onboarding programs focused on technology and digital competencies
Collaborate with stakeholders to align learning initiatives with business priorities and technology roadmaps
Partner with cross-functional leaders to ensure training drives performance, consistency, and culture across all locations
Build and maintain clear metrics and dashboards to track learning effectiveness, adoption, and business impact globally
Stay current on trends in L&D, AI enablement, and skills-based organization design
Ensure all learning content meets best practices for quality and accessibility
Coach subject matter experts (SMEs) to become more effective trainers