Lead, Learning & Development

OMERS; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading pension plan as a Learning & Development professional, where you'll lead training projects, collaborate with stakeholders, and enhance learning experiences. This role emphasizes adaptability and effective communication in a diverse environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience in a Learning or related HR role.
• Knowledge of adult learning principles and various learning technologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and execution of training projects.
• Design and develop engaging blended learning experiences.
• Track and report on training activities for continuous improvement.

Skills

Adaptability

Attention to Detail

Effective Communication

Relationship Management

Education

University degree in adult education

Tools

Microsoft Office

Workday Learning

Articulate 360

Job description

Choose a workplace that empowers your impact.

Join a global workplace where employees thrive, embracing diversity of thought, expertise, and experience. Personalize your employee journey to be — and deliver — your best.

We are a purpose-driven, dynamic, and sustainable pension plan. An industry-leading global investor with teams in Toronto, London, New York, Singapore, Sydney, and other major cities across North America and Europe. We embody the values of our 600,000+ members, placing their best interests at the heart of everything we do.

Join us to accelerate your growth & development, prioritize wellness, build connections, and support the communities where we live and work.

Don’t just work anywhere — come build tomorrow together with us.

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Reporting to the Director, Learning & Employee Journeys, you will lead and manage multiple training projects across different areas of the business. We're looking for someone who can collaborate with stakeholders to create tailored learning solutions, facilitate engaging training sessions, and oversee vendor performance. You will design and implement blended learning programs, develop learning materials, track training effectiveness, and support our learning systems. If you're excited about enhancing program utilization and providing insightful reporting and analytics, we want to hear from you!

As a member of the Leadership and Team Development team, you will be responsible to:

• Lead the intake process for training projects, ensuring understanding of requirements and aligning resources and timelines to meet project goals.
• Lead and manage the planning and execution of various training projects, from small workshops to large-scale initiatives, ensuring seamless operation and delivery.
• Collaborate with client managers and stakeholders to understand needs and develop tailored learning solutions aligned with organizational objectives.
• Facilitate training sessions both in person and virtually, engaging learners at all levels below the executive tier with your expertise and enthusiasm.
• Participate in drafting proposals and evaluating vendors, while monitoring vendor performance to ensure quality outcomes.
• Design and develop engaging blended learning experiences, utilizing formats such as videos, e-learning modules, articles, and job aids.
• Create mock-ups, scripts, or storyboards for various learning materials to ensure cohesive and effective learning experiences.
• Track and report on training activities, using data to assess effectiveness and inform continuous improvement.
• Support the implementation and maintenance of learning management systems, contributing to efficient processes and user experience.
• Promote increased utilization of learning programs and platforms, driving engagement and participation.
• Prepare and coordinate reports and analytics highlighting the impact of L&D initiatives for strategic planning.
• Deliver work through effective partnership with HR Business Partners and other HR Centers of Excellence to ensure alignment and impact.

To succeed in this role, you have:

• University degree in adult education, instructional design, education, or related field.
• 3+ years’ experience in a Learning or related HR role.
• Knowledge of adult learning principles.
• Knowledge of various learning technologies including social, mobile, micro-learning, and gamification (e.g., Articulate 360, Rise).
• Experience working with Learning Management Systems, preferably Workday Learning.
• Adaptability and a mindset for continuous improvement, with the ability to learn quickly in a changing environment.
• Strong attention to detail, with the ability to multi-task and prioritize multiple initiatives and deadlines.
• Relationship and stakeholder management skills.
• Effective communication and consulting skills.
• Ability to independently plan, organize, prioritize, and execute activities to meet business objectives.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with high attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills (listening, verbal, written, presentation), including engaging with senior stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products including Word, PowerPoint, MS Teams, and SharePoint.
• Storytelling through data.
• Learning Design and Facilitation skills.

As one of Canada’s largest defined benefit pension plans, our people-first culture is at its best when our workforce reflects the communities where we live and work — and the members we serve.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and employee experience. Our vast network of Employee Resource Groups, executive sponsorship, and employee recognition programs foster a sense of belonging and connection across our global organization.