Senior Learning & Development Partner

Michels Corporation•Madison, WI

About The Position

The Senior Learning & Development Partner leads impactful learning initiatives that support employee growth and learning and development programs. The role supports multiple Business Operations areas and advances the learning and development needs of business departments. As a trusted consultant to leaders and employees, the partner assesses departmental needs, identifies development priorities, supports individual development plans as needed, and provides comprehensive consultation on Team Development Plans. The role evaluates the effectiveness and impact of training after launch and serves as the primary liaison for programming offered through Michels University. Strong facilitation skills are needed to deliver engaging, meaningful courses that support practical application. The position calls for a self-motivated professional able to identify needs independently, develop practical solutions, and adapt to a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities and limited supervision. The partner is expected to demonstrate sound judgment, professionalism, communication and collaboration, attention to detail, confidentiality, personal accountability, and commitment to employee and team development. Travel up to 20% of the year is required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a related field, 10+ years of experience in Learning and Development, HR, talent management, or related experience, or an equivalent combination.
Proven experience designing and implementing strategic learning initiatives in a fast-paced environment.
Strong utilization of adult learning principles, instructional design, and talent development strategies.
High-level coaching experience.
Advanced MS Office Suite skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong graphic design ability.
Strong consultation, facilitation, communication, and collaboration skills.
Ability to work independently with limited supervision and adapt to shifting priorities.

Nice To Haves

Certification in instructional design or talent management.
Global Learning and Development experience.

Responsibilities

Lead learning initiatives that promote employee growth and support learning and development program initiatives.
Support multiple Business Operations areas and advance the learning and development needs of business departments.
Consult with leaders and employees to assess departmental needs and identify development priorities.
Support individual development plans as needed and provide consultation on Team Development Plans.
Assess the effectiveness and impact of training after launch.
Serve as the primary liaison for programming offered through Michels University.
Facilitate courses that create engaging, meaningful learning experiences and support practical application.
Identify needs independently, create practical solutions, and adapt to shifting priorities.
Travel up to 20% of the year.