The Larkin Company-posted about 1 month ago
Full-time • Manager
Hybrid • Roseville, CA
101-250 employees

The Learning & Development Manager is a strategic leader responsible for the vision and execution of our organizational training and learning programs. This role will design and implement a progressive training approach that utilizes data, layers on complexity, and leverages emerging technologies, including Artificial Intelligence (AI), to deliver scalable and impactful learning experiences. The Learning & Development Manager will lead a high-performing team, drive cross-functional collaboration, and ensure that our training programs are a key enabler of operational excellence, product readiness, and business growth.

  • Develop and implement a training curriculum that take complex concepts and break them down into layered, sequential learning paths, ensuring a clear and logical progression of skills and knowledge.
  • Leverage AI technology to create innovative, interactive, and highly engagement content, learning paths and personalizing training experiences for learners.
  • Design and develop knowledge and performance assessments to measure learner understanding and skill mastery at each level.
  • Establish clear, data-based success metrics for all programs and provide regular reports on impact and ROI to drive continuous improvement.
  • Conduct in-depth research and perform gap analyses by working directly with process owners and subject matter experts (SMEs).
  • Collaborate across departments to align on training needs and content.
  • Ensure training content is accurate, up-to-date, and consistently applied across the organization, acting as the central owner for content management and synchronization.
  • Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing training team.
  • Guide and train the team on effective content creation methodologies, ensuring all team members are equipped to design and develop high-quality, impactful training materials.
  • Manage team member performance, conduct regular audits of work, and provide constructive feedback to foster continuous growth and development.
  • Interview, hire, and train new team members, providing guidance and support for their career development.
  • Define project scopes, timelines, and milestones, effectively communicating issues and risks to stakeholders in a timely manner.
  • Proactively manage expectations for change and serve as a central point of contact for all training initiatives.
  • Participate in client meetings, company-wide off-site meetings, and training programs as needed, which may require travel.
  • 5+ years of progressive experience in Training and Leadership Development, Talent Management, or Organizational Development.
  • 4+ years of hands-on experience building, launching, and managing comprehensive training programs.
  • Proven experience in an environment that demands strong deliverables and the ability to identify problems and drive solutions.
  • Experience designing and implementing layered or tiered training programs.
  • A four-year degree.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Visio) and/or G-Suite (Gmail, Google Docs, Google Sheets, Google Slides, etc.).
  • Working knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching, and AI technologies.
  • Ability to learn new technologies and apply them to enhance training experiences.
  • Strategic & Analytical Acumen: Possesses the curiosity to figure out how things work and the ability to translate audit findings, assessments, and gap analyses into actionable recommendations for senior leadership.
  • Curriculum Design Expertise: Possesses the ability to translate complex training concepts into digestible and logical learning modules that progressively build upon one another.
  • Leadership & Management: Demonstrated ability to motivate and inspire a team toward a shared vision. Possesses the patience, empathy, and communication skills to address conflict and facilitate problem resolution with minimal management involvement.
  • Communication & Public Speaking: Advanced oral and written communication skills with the ability to work directly with leadership and a strong command of public speaking and facilitation.
  • Organizational & Time Management: Strong organizational skills with the ability to meet commitments while working independently and staying focused on deadlines.
  • Collaboration & Adaptability: Approaches challenges with a helpful, respectful, and team-oriented attitude. Is receptive to feedback, willing to learn, and embraces continuous improvement.
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