Learning Experience Instructional Designer

Securian Financial • Saint Paul, MN

7d • Hybrid

About The Position

Learning & Development at Securian is evolving to enable dynamic, capability-driven learning across the enterprise. The Learning Experience Instructional Designer partners with Learning & Development, HR, business leaders, and subject matter experts to understand learning and performance needs, recommend effective solutions, and design learning experiences that build knowledge, skills, and workforce readiness. The role combines learning consulting, instructional design, facilitation, and learning experience design to support a diverse portfolio of enterprise priorities.

The successful candidate brings a strong instructional design foundation and is ready to expand consulting, facilitation, and enterprise partnership skills. They demonstrate curiosity, sound judgment, relationship-building skills, and a passion for helping people and organizations grow and adapt. Securian supports hybrid work: associates who live within a commutable distance of 90 minutes work in the office three days each week, with flexibility for business and personal schedules.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least 4 years of experience in Learning & Development, instructional design, learning experience design, talent development, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience designing and developing effective learning solutions from analysis through implementation and evaluation.
• Ability to translate complex concepts and subject matter expertise into clear, engaging learning experiences.
• Experience consulting with stakeholders to understand needs, recommend solutions, and support business objectives.
• Experience facilitating virtual and/or in-person learning experiences.
• Strong communication, collaboration, stakeholder management, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, navigate ambiguity, and independently move work forward.
• Experience with learning technologies and content development tools, including Articulate 360.
• Strong learning agility, curiosity, and a continuous improvement mindset.

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting leadership development or other Human Resources learning initiatives.
• Experience designing learning solutions for enterprise-wide or diverse employee audiences across multiple business or functional areas.
• Experience leveraging AI-enabled tools or other emerging technologies to enhance learning design, development, or delivery.
• Experience working within a distributed, decentralized, or democratized learning environment.
• Preferred skills include Adaptive Communication, Consulting, Digital Literacy, Emotional Intelligence, Instructional Design, Learning Design, Learning Facilitation, Needs Analysis, Program Management, and Stakeholder Management.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Learning & Development, HR, business leaders, and subject matter experts to understand learning and performance needs and translate them into effective solutions.
• Consult with stakeholders to clarify desired outcomes, recommend appropriate solutions, and identify when alternatives to training may better address a need.
• Design and develop learner-centered learning journeys, programs, resources, and experiences using instructional design, learning experience design, and adult learning principles.
• Recommend and apply learning, performance support, and enablement approaches based on audience needs, desired outcomes, business context, and scalability.
• Translate complex information into engaging, accessible learning experiences.
• Lead assigned learning solutions from initial analysis through implementation and evaluation.
• Facilitate select virtual and in-person learning experiences, workshops, and programs.
• Use learner feedback, program data, and stakeholder insights to evaluate and continuously improve learning solutions.
• Serve as the primary Learning & Development partner for designated stakeholder groups, building relationships and understanding their priorities, challenges, and evolving learning needs.
• Consult with leaders and stakeholders on learning requests, recommend appropriate approaches, and connect partners with broader Learning & Development resources and expertise when needed.
• Partner across Learning & Development, learning technology, and other enterprise functions to deliver cohesive and scalable learning experiences.
• Contribute to broader Enterprise L&D priorities and projects based on organizational needs and individual skills, experience, and expertise.
• Leverage learning technologies and emerging tools, including AI-enabled tools, to improve efficiency, scalability, and learner experience.
• Share insights, improve processes, and advance learning practices as part of the evolution of Enterprise L&D.
• Stay informed about learning trends, emerging technologies, and relevant practices, and apply new ideas where appropriate.

Benefits

• Paid time off, with additional PTO based on length of service.
• Flexible leave programs, including parental, caregiver, bereavement, and military leave.
• Nine company-paid holidays.
• Company-funded pension plan.
• 401(k) retirement plan with a company contribution tied to company performance, up to 10% of eligible earnings, with a 5% target.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for eligible associates and family members from the first day of employment.
• Paid volunteer time, company-sponsored volunteer events, and a dollar-for-dollar matching gift program.
• Associate Resource Groups that support connection and relationships at work.

What This Job Offers

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