Learning Solutions Consultant

Randstad Canada; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading creative and marketing talent solutions firm is looking for a Learning Solutions Consultant in Toronto. This role involves managing large-scale learning projects and requires over 4 years of relevant experience. The successful candidate will design effective training programs, focusing on onboarding and compliance, and will have a strong background in project management and adult learning principles.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in a learning-based role managing end-to-end learning projects.
• Strong knowledge of adult learning principles.
• Experience supporting learning initiatives in the financial or retail banking sector.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage end-to-end learning and development projects.
• Develop comprehensive learning programs focused on onboarding and compliance training.
• Oversee vendor relations to ensure program delivery.

Skills

Learning consultation

Project management

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Relationship management

Excel skills

Education

Post-secondary degree

Adult learning certification

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Overview

Cella by Randstad Digital, a leading creative and marketing talent solutions company, is seeking a Learning Solutions Consultant on behalf of our client, a prominent leader in the financial services industry. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced professional to lead and consult on large-scale learning and development projects, helping to shape the future of employee training and engagement.

As a Learning Solutions Consultant, you will play a pivotal role in the end-to-end design and delivery of learning programs for a major corporate transformation initiative. You will act as an internal consultant and project manager, guiding significant learning and development projects from inception to completion. This role requires strong communication, organizational skills, and the ability to build and manage relationships with various stakeholders and vendors. You will be instrumental in redesigning comprehensive learning journeys for employees, focusing on large-scale, complex programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead, consult on, and manage end-to-end learning and development projects, often of a large scale and significant scope.
• Apply expertise in adult learning principles to design and implement effective learning solutions.
• Manage stakeholder relationships and serve as a subject matter expert on learning and development initiatives.
• Oversee vendor relations and negotiations to ensure successful program delivery.
• Develop comprehensive learning programs, with a specific focus on onboarding and compliance training.
• Utilize strong project management skills to ensure deliverables are met on time and within budget.
• Leverage tools like MS Office Suite, including intermediate Excel skills for data analysis and reporting.

Qualifications

• Experience: At least 4 years of hands-on experience in a learning-based role, with a strong background in managing end-to-end learning projects.
• Education: A post-secondary degree is required, along with an adult learning certification.
• Hard Skills:
  • Demonstrated experience in learning consultation and developing learning solutions.
  • Strong knowledge of adult learning principles.
  • Proven experience in project management and working with external vendors.
  • Proficiency in MS Office Suite, including intermediate Excel skills (e.g., pivot tables).
• Soft Skills:
  • Exceptional communication and negotiation skills.
  • Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders.
  • Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Ideal Background: Candidates with experience in the financial or retail banking sector, particularly those who have supported learning initiatives for branch-based employees or in areas like wealth management and insurance, will be highly valued.

Summary

This is an exceptional contract opportunity for a highly-skilled Learning Solutions Consultant to join a leading organization and make a lasting impact on their learning and development landscape. If you are a proactive and strategic thinker with a passion for designing effective learning solutions, we want to hear from you.

How to Apply

To be considered for this exciting opportunity, please submit your resume, portfolio, and any relevant work samples at your earliest convenience. Due to the volume of applications, only qualified candidates will be contacted.

Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. We are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada’s workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

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