Learning Designer / Developer

RBC; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Toronto is seeking a Learning Designer/Developer to empower employees through innovative learning experiences. The role involves designing and developing effective learning content, consulting with stakeholders, and applying adult learning principles. Ideal candidates will have experience in creating scalable programs and possess excellent communication skills. This full-time position offers a dynamic work environment and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Comprehensive Total Rewards Program

Competitive compensation

World-class training program

Qualifications

• Track record of designing engaging, scalable programs delivering measurable results.
• Excellent consulting, communication, and presentation skills.
• Experience in managing multiple high stakes projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and development of global learning content.
• Consult to interpret business learning requirements.
• Operationalize learning design through agile methodologies.

Skills

Adult Learning Theory

Communication

Creativity

Curriculum Development

Detail-Oriented

Instructional Design

Instructional Development

Multi-Level Communication

Training Technologies

Education

Degree, diploma, and/or certificate in Adult Education or related field

Tools

Articulate Rise

Articulate Storyline

Job description

Job Description

Join our dynamic team at RBC Learning, where you'll play a vital role in empowering employees to achieve their full potential.

Our team is dedicated to designing and delivering innovative learning experiences that drive business results and support the development of our people.

What is the Opportunity?

As a Learning Designer/Developer, you’ll lead design, development, and testing of global learning content creation and/or curation.

You will consult to understand and interpret Business learning requirements in order to create learning solutions that will meet the current and emerging needs of the business.

What will you do?

• Lead design, development, and testing of learning content creation and/or curation aligned to the Enterprise Learning Products team.
• Assess and validate requirements to create learning that will meet the current and emerging needs of the business.
• Operationalize learning design through agile-lite methodologies, participating in Agile Sprints and Showcase events as required.
• Apply knowledge of adult learning principles and best practices for instructional design tools and techniques to create and/or curate effective solutions that achieve organizational objectives and deliver outstanding employee experiences.
• Estimate work effort, sequencing and timelines for learning solutions, reviewing and providing feedback on project timelines, identifying risks and recommending options/strategies for mitigation (from a content design/development perspective).
• Operate with a “bring before build” mindset to leverage existing RBC learning artifacts and content that expedite delivery timelines and foster a culture of reuse within the broader Learning ecosystem.
• Follow brand and accessibility standards and review all assets for quality control; working with the Developer Team to ensure thorough QA and testing for higher complexity learning assets (for in house builds or vendor-created assets).
• Initiate Vendor-led learning content design and development (including business requirements documentation and contract negotiations) in partnership with Vendor Engagement, with a focus on driving development and review timelines, and quality content review & testing to ensure that assets are clear, concise, modern, and engaging.
• Use learner feedback to propose options for improving learning content/experience.
• Stay up to date on the latest innovations in adult learning practices and look for ways to continuously improve the squad velocity.

What do you need to succeed?

Must have:

• A track record of designing engaging, scalable programs that deliver measurable results.
• Degree, diploma, and/or certificate in Adult Education, Course and Curriculum Development, Instructional Design or similar field. An in-depth knowledge of adult learning principles, training methodologies and best practices or demonstrated experience in a Designer role is preferred.
• Excellent consulting skills with demonstrated capability in managing stakeholder expectations.
• Superior communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple high stakes projects and deliverables.
• Excellent vendor management skills, providing support and guidance to external vendors.
• Deep understanding of business strategy, with a proven ability to think strategically and problem solve.
• Experience with authoring tools (e.g. Articulate Rise and Storyline), with Learning Management Systems, and delivery platforms.
• Prior experience designing and developing learning solutions for a corporate audience.
• Flexibility to adjust to changing circumstances in an agile environment.
• Ability to work proactively as part of a global Learning team.

Nice-to-have

• Experience of Learning & Development.
• Experience working in an agile environment.

What is in it for you?

We thrive on the challenge to be our best - progressive thinking to keep growing and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual.

• A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses, flexible benefits and competitive compensation.
• Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities.
• Opportunities to work with the best in the field.
• Ability to make a difference and lasting impact.
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team.
• A world-class training program in financial services.

Job Skills

Adult Learning Theory, Communication, Creativity, Curriculum Development, Detail-Oriented, Instructional Design, Instructional Development, Multi-Level Communication, Training Technologies

Additional Job Details

Address: 180 WELLINGTON ST W:TORONTO

City: Toronto

Country: Canada

Work hours/week: 37.5

Employment Type: Full time

Platform: HUMAN RESOURCES & BMCC

Job Type: Regular

Pay Type: Salaried

Posted Date: 2025-12-15

Application Deadline: 2025-12-29

Note

Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above

Inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment

At RBC, we believe an inclusive workplace that has diverse perspectives is core to our continued growth as one of the largest and most successful banks in the world. Maintaining a workplace where our employees feel supported to perform at their best, effectively collaborate, drive innovation, and grow professionally helps to bring our Purpose to life and create value for our clients and communities. RBC strives to deliver this through policies and programs intended to foster a workplace based on respect, belonging and opportunity for all.

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