Learning and Development Relationship Specialist

Plante & Moran • Southfield, MI

23h • Hybrid

About The Position

Count on us. Our "we-care" culture is more than just a motto; it's a promise. From day one, we prioritize your growth, well-being, and success. You can count on us to support your career journey and help you achieve your professional goals. Join us. The Learning and Performance Consultant plays a critical role in aligning Plante Moran’s talent development strategy with business objectives. This position leverages the firm’s LEARN model—Launch, Educate, Apply, Reflect, Next—to design and deliver learning experiences that foster a culture of curiosity, adaptability, and continuous improvement. The consultant partners with leaders and teams to integrate learning into everyday work and ensure measurable performance outcomes. Your role. Your work will include, but not be limited to: Learning Strategy & Design Develop and implement learning programs aligned with firm strategy and best practices. Apply adult learning principles and data-driven insights to create engaging, practical, and personalized learning experiences. Performance Integration Connect learning initiatives to performance management processes, focusing on Apply, Reflect, and Next phases of the LEARN model. Support succession planning and skills development through targeted interventions. Consultation & Partnership Serve as a trusted advisor to business leaders, identifying learning needs and recommending solutions. Collaborate with HR, service line leaders, and advisory teams to ensure consistency and impact across the firm. Measurement & Continuous Improvement Use analytics to evaluate program effectiveness and drive continuous improvement. Report on learning outcomes and performance metrics to stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Education, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• 5+ years of experience in learning and development, talent management, or performance consulting.
• Strong knowledge of adult learning theory, instructional design, and performance management practices.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and adapt to changing priorities.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with Plante Moran’s LEARN model and firm culture.
• Experience with data-driven learning strategies and technology-enabled solutions.
• Consulting experience within professional services or similar environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement learning programs aligned with firm strategy and best practices.
• Apply adult learning principles and data-driven insights to create engaging, practical, and personalized learning experiences.
• Connect learning initiatives to performance management processes, focusing on Apply, Reflect, and Next phases of the LEARN model.
• Support succession planning and skills development through targeted interventions.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to business leaders, identifying learning needs and recommending solutions.
• Collaborate with HR, service line leaders, and advisory teams to ensure consistency and impact across the firm.
• Use analytics to evaluate program effectiveness and drive continuous improvement.
• Report on learning outcomes and performance metrics to stakeholders.

Benefits

• Plante Moran enjoys a “Workplace for Your Day” model which, simply put, means we strive for flexibility and balance while staying true to our principally in-person model.
• We believe that face-to-face interactions are paramount for individual and collective development, but also encourage individuals to work with their supervisor and team to determine their optimal working environment each day.
• We are pleased to offer eligible staff a robust benefits package. Eligibility and contribution requirements for some of these benefits vary based on the number of hours staff work per week. Highlights include health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• In addition to this, eligible staff are able to take advantage of our Flexible Time Off and various pre-determined holidays, as well as a 401(k) plan, flexible benefits plans, business-related travel expense, lodging, and meal reimbursement for business-related use.
• A pension plan is also available for eligible administrative and paraprofessional staff.
• A discretionary bonus plan is available for eligible staff.
• Plante Moran also offers some contingent staff positions the option to elect health insurance in addition to limited paid sick time.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees