Manager, Learning & Development

Christie Digital Systems Inc.; Kitchener; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a passionate Manager of Learning and Development to spearhead innovative training initiatives. This role is pivotal in enhancing employee performance and organizational development through impactful learning programs. You will leverage adult learning principles to design customized training solutions, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and support performance management processes. Join a dynamic team that values creativity and growth, where your contributions will shape the future of employee development and drive organizational success. If you are ready to inspire and lead in a collaborative environment, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

Competitive salary

Health & dental benefits

Employer-matched pension plan

Vacation

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Learning & Development or related fields.
• Strong knowledge of adult learning principles and program design.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop customized learning solutions and training programs.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance employee performance.

Skills

Adult Learning Principles

Project Management

Communication Skills

Stakeholder Management

Change Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources

L&D/Adult Education related field

Tools

Learning Management System (LMS)

Job description

We give bright minds the tools to be truly creative and innovative. Join our team!

At Christie, we create award-winning light technology solutions and services that help our partners and customers deliver unforgettable shared experiences. We’re a global group of passionate people at a company committed to leading-edge innovation, creating high-quality illumination products and solutions, and inspiring our customers and one another. We like to say we’re a global company with local roots. We work collaboratively to support our partners in every market and region we serve around the world.

About the opportunity:

We are looking for a Manager, Learning and Development who will drive the design, development, and execution of learning programs that enhance organizational development and employee performance. This role will apply adult learning principles to create impactful training initiatives, support management efforts, and foster on-the-job skill development. Additionally, the role will oversee L&D technology, ensuring its alignment with business needs, and collaborate with HR to support performance management processes. This position requires a strategic mindset, technical expertise, and a passion for employee development.

Location: We are accepting applications from US and Canada-based candidates. If you are a US-based applicant, please apply to Job Req #536 and if you are a Canada-based applicant, please apply to Job Req #535. There will only be one position filled.

Responsibilities:

• Design and develop customized learning solutions including course content, e-learning materials, lesson plans, supporting materials and relevant assessment tools.
• Work with relevant stakeholders such as SMEs, HR, cross-functional teams to develop programs relating to learning & development for Christie employees.
• Develop change management approach, stakeholder maps, and communications strategy to support initiatives.
• Recommend learning programs considering adult learning principles and all available platforms to ensure meaningful and engaging transfer of learning.
• Support broader priorities and special projects such as: Business unit transformations; Diversity, Equity & Inclusion priorities as it relates to performance.
• Ability to design and establish processes and procedures.
• Create and manage leadership development programs to nurture high-potential employees and build strong internal talent pipelines.
• Conduct quality control reviews of courses at various stages of development.
• Work with Divisional training resources to get the best result.
• Participate in committees and task forces, as needed, specific to the learning function.
• Manage vendor relationships to ensure they remain on track for key deliverables.

What we are offering:

A competitive salary, vacation, health & dental benefits, and employer-matched pension plan. You will have opportunities to gain experience, grow and collaborate with professionals on a global reach. Whether you are working with the leading minds in the industry on high-profile projects, with internal teams to support continuous improvement, or with our customers to inspire and delight – your contributions will have an influence.

The experience and skills we value:

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Human Resources or an L&D/Adult Education related field is preferred.
• 5+ years of prior relevant experience.
• In-depth knowledge of Learning & Development Programs.
• Experience with project management, strategic operations, strategy consulting, and designing data-driven diversity program strategies.

What will put you ahead:

• Passion for and experience in any of the following spaces: L&D, HR and/or Talent Management.
• Proven track record of facilitating organization-wide initiatives with multiple senior stakeholders.
• Exceptional communication skills exhibited at all levels within an organization.
• Experience building out global programming in an organization where scaling for growth has been a feature.
• Open to traveling for work as needed.
• Christie unique product, policy, and industry-related knowledge.
• Experience with LMS.

Christie is an equal opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion, gender identity, gender expression, creed, sex, sexual orientation, age, record of offences, marital status, family status or disability.

Christie is committed to a fair and inclusive work environment. We will endeavor to accommodate the needs of qualified applicants in all parts of the hiring process. All offers of employment at Christie are conditional upon the successful completion of a background screening and we engage a third party vendor to complete the process. Your consent is required prior to the process beginning.