Learning and Development Manager

Rincon Consultants, Inc • Ventura, CA

1d • $120,000 - $150,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a Learning and Development Manager to join our People & Culture team. This position reports to the Director of People & Talent, with 3-5 direct reports, responsible for bringing Rincon’s learning strategy to life through scalable, measurable development programs that strengthen leadership capability, performance, and engagement across the firm.
This is a hands-on opportunity for a strategic, execution-focused leader who can build trusted partnerships, lead complex programs end-to-end, and deliver practical learning solutions aligned to business priorities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required (Master’s preferred in Adult Learning, Instructional Design, or related field).
• 5+ years of experience in learning & development, talent development, or organizational development (additional experience leading large-scale programs strongly preferred).
• Proven ability to lead complex, multi-stakeholder programs with strong project management discipline and follow-through.
• Strong facilitation, instructional design, and learning consulting capabilities.
• Experience applying adult learning methodologies (e.g., ADDIE, SAM, competency-based design).
• Excellent communication and stakeholder partnership skills with the ability to build trust quickly.
• Strong analytical skills and comfort using metrics to evaluate effectiveness and drive improvements.
• A proactive, hands-on, solutions-oriented style with the ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with an LMS (Cornerstone preferred) and comfort with learning and project tools (e.g., Smartsheet/MS Project; Articulate/Storyline, Camtasia, Vyond preferred).

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategy, design, and delivery of Rincon’s learning and development programs.
• Partner with leaders to assess development needs using performance trends, feedback, and organizational priorities.
• Manage mid-to-large scale programs from planning through implementation and continuous improvement.
• Build and scale leadership development, including front-line supervisor training and leader enablement resources.
• Design and launch a firmwide skills capability, and competency framework to support development of learning materials.
• Develop career track and growth programs tied to competencies and clear learning pathways.
• Define learning metrics, evaluate program effectiveness/ROI, and improve outcomes using data.
• Lead and develop a small team through coaching, direction, and quality oversight.

Benefits

• We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards Package designed to support employee well-being, growth, and financial security.
• Our benefits are designed to offer flexibility and choice, including health coverage options, employer-sponsored insurance, retirement benefits, generous time off, and programs that support learning, growth, and community engagement.

What This Job Offers

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