Learning and Development Specialist

Troutman Pepper Hamilton Sanders • Berwyn, IL

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Learning and Development Specialist supports the design, development, delivery, evaluation, and continuous improvement of learning programs for business professional staff. The role addresses learning needs using instructor-led sessions, webinars, technology-based learning, and outsourced vendor solutions. As directed, the Specialist may independently lead assigned programs and initiatives, coordinate with internal teams and subject matter experts, and use learning measurement and reporting to assess effectiveness and recommend improvements aligned with Firm priorities.

The Specialist supports the Senior Learning and Development Manager in identifying skill gaps and performance improvement opportunities, develops learning materials and learning paths, facilitates programs, and manages assigned learning initiatives. The position also supports on-site and virtual learning events, administers the Firm’s learning management system, maintains learning portals and SharePoint communications, and helps evaluate learning effectiveness and business impact.

The role requires in-depth knowledge of Learning and Development practices, adult learning principles, instructional design, learning technologies, facilitation, and learning measurement. A bachelor’s degree or equivalent and at least five years of Learning and Development experience are required. Hiring salary range: $70,000–$110,000.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
• Minimum of five years of Learning and Development experience.
• Demonstrated ability to apply in-depth conceptual and practical knowledge in Learning and Development, with strong knowledge of field best practices.
• Strong understanding of adult learning principles and instructional design, and ability to apply them to varied learning programs and experiences.
• Proficiency with learning management systems and other learning technologies.
• Excellent facilitation skills for small and large groups in virtual, in-person, synchronous, and asynchronous settings.
• Strong learning measurement and reporting skills to assess program effectiveness and support continuous improvement.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to solve complex problems, use judgment based on multiple sources of information, and develop new perspectives on existing solutions.
• Demonstrated ability to work under limited supervision.
• Experience designing and developing online modules using a variety of authoring tools, such as Adobe Captivate or Articulate Rise.
• Certification for design and/or delivery of team-building or other learning and professional development programs, such as ATD APTD or CPTD.
• Experience leading project teams or coordinating cross-functional contributors to achieve Learning and Development objectives.

Nice To Haves

• Experience creating leadership development programming.

Responsibilities

• Support analysis of skill gaps, performance improvement opportunities, and related learning solutions for business professional staff.
• Build working relationships with HR colleagues, business leaders, managers, and subject matter experts to support learning priorities and delivery needs.
• Support the development and continuous improvement of learning programs, and independently lead assigned learning projects, programs, or initiatives, including cross-functional efforts.
• Design and develop learning materials, including job aids and reference materials, aligned with program goals and objectives.
• Support development and maintenance of learning paths for leaders and individual contributors.
• Identify and recommend learning tools and programs aligned with Firm business needs.
• Support and facilitate learning programs for business professionals, engage participants, and foster a positive, inclusive, and professional learning environment.
• Support development and execution of on-site and virtual learning events, including scheduling, agreements, logistics, registration, branding, marketing, communications, outreach, and evaluations.
• Manage assigned Learning and Development programs, including design, enrollment, vendor coordination, marketing, stakeholder support, and continuous improvement.
• Administer the Firm’s learning management system, including adding and updating content and promoting effective use of its functionality.
• Maintain and enhance learning portals and coordinate monthly learning communications and content distribution through SharePoint.
• Support development and implementation of evaluation methods to assess learning effectiveness, identify trends, measure business impact, and recommend improvements.
• Stay current with industry trends and maintain technical proficiency through research and professional development.
• Understand how Learning and Development integrates with other areas of Human Resources and the Firm, and maintain awareness of external factors affecting the discipline and competitors.

What This Job Offers

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