Learning & Development Specialist

Aplin; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Aplin is seeking a Learning & Development Specialist to join our client for a 6-month contract. The role focuses on managing learning requests, coordinating training initiatives, supporting the LMS, and contributing to system enhancements across a large organization.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in LMS administration or learning operations, plus strong communication, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently while collaborating with internal teams.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in LMS administration, training coordination, learning operations, HR, project coordination, or related field.
• Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities in a busy environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with internal stakeholders.
• Strong customer service mindset with ability to ask thoughtful questions, understand needs, and find solutions.
• Comfortable working with technology, learning new systems, and troubleshooting routine issues.
• Strong attention to detail, particularly when managing data, documentation, and processes.
• Resourceful, adaptable, and able to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate incoming learning and training requests, working with internal stakeholders to understand their needs and identify appropriate solutions.
• Support course administration within the Learning Management System, including course setup, data entry, testing, and maintaining accurate learning records.
• Collaborate with internal teams and subject matter experts to support the development and implementation of learning programs.
• Provide responsive support to internal learners and stakeholders, troubleshooting inquiries and resolving issues.
• Maintain and improve process documentation, internal standards, and learning administration workflows.
• Assist with system enhancements, testing new functionality, and identifying opportunities to improve the learner experience.
• Support change management initiatives, including an upcoming LMS upgrade.
• Participate in learning projects, coordinating activities, tracking requests, and ensuring timely follow-up.
• Support learning recognition programs and other ongoing operational initiatives.
• Contribute ideas and improvements to help streamline processes and improve system efficiency.

Skills

LMS administration

Training coordination

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Independent work

Microsoft Office

Tools

Cornerstone

Workday Learning

SAP SuccessFactors

ServiceNow

Job description

Our client is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Learning & Development Specialist to join theirteam for a 6-month contract.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys working with people, technology, and processes to help deliver effective learning experiences across a large organization. You’ll play an important role in managing learning requests, coordinating training initiatives, supporting a Learning Management System (LMS), and contributing to system enhancements and process improvements.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate incoming learning and training requests, working with internal stakeholders to understand their needs and identify appropriate solutions.
• Support course administration within the Learning Management System, including course setup, data entry, testing, and maintaining accurate learning records.
• Collaborate with internal teams and subject matter experts to support the development and implementation of learning programs.
• Provide responsive support to internal learners and stakeholders, troubleshooting inquiries and resolving issues.
• Maintain and improve process documentation, internal standards, and learning administration workflows.
• Assist with system enhancements, testing new functionality, and identifying opportunities to improve the learner experience.
• Support change management initiatives, including an upcoming LMS upgrade.
• Participate in learning projects, coordinating activities, tracking requests, and ensuring timely follow-up.
• Support learning recognition programs and other ongoing operational initiatives.
• Contribute ideas and improvements to help streamline processes and improve system efficiency.

Qualifications

• Approximately 3+ years of experience in LMS administration, training coordination, learning operations, HR, project coordination, or a related field.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a busy environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, particularly when working with internal stakeholders.
• Strong customer service mindset with the ability to ask thoughtful questions, understand needs, and find solutions.
• Comfortable working with technology, learning new systems, and troubleshooting routine issues.
• Strong attention to detail, particularly when managing data, documentation, and processes.
• Resourceful, adaptable, and able to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Nice to Have

• Experience with a Learning Management System such as Cornerstone, Workday Learning, or SAP SuccessFactors.
• Exposure to Learning & Development, adult learning, or training administration.
• Experience with ServiceNow or another ticketing system.
• Experience supporting system implementations, process improvements, or change management initiatives.

At Aplin — together with our brands CompuStaff, Impact Recruitment, and Vantix Systems — we connect great people with great organizations across North America. We believe diverse teams build stronger companies, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We use AI tools to assist in a fair and efficient matching process, helping our recruiters connect the right people with the right opportunities. To be considered, applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any required permits. Our recruitment services are always free for job seekers.Accommodation is available upon request throughout all stages of the recruitment process.