Instructional Designer, Global Learning & Development

Scotiabank•Toronto, ON

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Instructional Designer is responsible for designing and developing engaging, high-quality digital learning solutions that align with business objectives and employee needs. This role supports enterprise-wide learning initiatives by translating learning requirements into effective experiences, ensuring content is aligned to established standards, and leveraging learner insights to continuously enhance impact.

Requirements

Post-secondary education in Learning, Human Resources, Business, or a related field
Experience in instructional design, digital learning development, or a related learning and development role
Strong knowledge of adult learning principles and instructional design methodologies
Hands-on experience with tools such as Articulate (Rise & Storyline), Vyond, and Adobe Creative Cloud
Ability to design engaging, learner-centric experiences across a variety of formats and platforms
Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
High attention to detail and strong problem-solving capabilities
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, global environment

Nice To Haves

Experience in financial services or a large, complex organization is considered an asset

Responsibilities

Design and develop digital learning solutions that align to business goals, learning objectives, and enterprise standards
Partner with Business HR and stakeholders to assess learning needs and define program objectives and outcomes
Create learning experience artifacts (e.g., storyboards, scripts, wireframes, prototypes) to guide development and support stakeholder alignment
Develop and maintain digital learning content using tools such as Articulate (Rise, Storyline), Vyond, and Adobe Creative Cloud
Apply adult learning principles and instructional design methodologies to create engaging, effective learning experiences
Support the end-to-end design process, from needs analysis through to development, testing, and implementation
Provide updates on project progress, timelines, and risks, and collaborate with partners to ensure successful delivery
Monitor industry trends and best practices to recommend enhancements to learning experiences and approaches
Ensure learning solutions align with organizational policies, procedures, and risk considerations
Contribute to global learning initiatives and projects, supporting employees across multiple business areas