Leader People Development (all genders)

Angst+Pfister AG; Schweiz; Hybrid; CHF 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working model

Job summary

Angst+Pfister AG is seeking a Leader People Development to shape our learning culture across the group, aligning initiatives with business priorities and driving growth.

You will lead the A+P Academy LMS, design digital content with SMEs, and guide a diverse, international team to deliver impactful programs.

Fluency in German and English and experience in industrial/technical settings are essential to succeed in this global role.

Qualifications

• University degree in Education, Psychology, Organizational Development, Business Administration or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in Learning & Development, Corporate Training, or Talent Development.
• Experience in an international industrial or technical environment.
• Experience with learning management systems and digital learning solutions (Avendoo is a plus).
• Strong knowledge of modern learning methods, training design, project management and stakeholder management.
• Strategic thinker with analytical skills and strong communication abilities.
• Intercultural competence and ability to operate in an international environment.
• Fluent in German and English; other languages are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement the Group's People Development and learning strategy, aligning training initiatives with business priorities and organizational needs.
• Drive the strategic development of the group-wide A+P Academy (LMS), taking ownership of platform strategy, governance, user experience, master data management, and content architecture.
• Design and continuously improve digital learning content and training programs in collaboration with subject matter experts, business leaders, and external partners.
• Lead, develop, and manage the People Development team, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Coordinate group-wide onboarding, Welcome Days, classroom and virtual training, and leadership development programs, ensuring a consistent and engaging learning experience across all business channels.
• Establish learning standards, evaluate training effectiveness, and develop learning KPIs and management reports to measure impact and identify optimization opportunities.

Skills

L&D experience

Strategic learning

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Learning management systems

German & English fluency

Education

University degree (Education, Psychology, Organizational Development, Business Administration)

Tools

Avendoo LMS

Job description

Leader People Development (all genders)

Are you passionate about developing people, shaping learning cultures, and driving organizational growth through innovative learning solutions? Do you combine strategic thinking with hands‑on execution and enjoy working in an international environment? Do you have the leadership skills to further develop our group‑wide learning ecosystem and inspire employees to reach their full potential? Then you should read on!

YOUR MISSION

• Define and implement the Group's People Development and learning strategy, aligning training initiatives with business priorities and organizational needs.
• Drive the strategic development of the group‑wide A+P Academy (LMS), taking ownership of platform strategy, governance, user experience, master data management, and content architecture.
• Design and continuously improve digital learning content and training programs in collaboration with subject matter experts, business leaders, and external partners.
• Lead, develop, and manage the People Development team, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Coordinate group‑wide onboarding, Welcome Days, classroom and virtual training, and leadership development programs, ensuring a consistent and engaging learning experience across all business channels.
• Establish learning standards, evaluate training effectiveness, and develop learning KPIs and management reports to measure impact and identify optimization opportunities.

YOUR PROFILE

• University degree in Education, Psychology, Organizational Development, Business Administration, or a related field; further qualifications in Learning & Development, adult education, coaching, or learning technologies are an advantage.
• At least 5 years of experience in Learning & Development, Corporate Training, or Talent Development, including the development and implementation of strategic learning initiatives.
• You bring experience in an international industrial or technical environment.
• Proven experience with learning management systems and digital learning solutions (Avendoo is an advantage).
• Strong expertise in modern learning methods, adult education, training design, project management, and stakeholder management.
• Strategic and entrepreneurial thinker with strong analytical skills, excellent communication and presentation abilities, and a passion for innovative, technology‑based learning approaches.
• Inspiring and hands‑on leader with experience in developing people and turning concepts into tangible results, combined with intercultural competence and confidence in an international environment.
• Fluent in German and English, both written and spoken; additional languages are an advantage.

ANGST+PFISTER DNA

The Angst+Pfister Group has been a leading development and production partner for industrial components for over 100 years. As a globally active product and materials specialist, Angst+Pfister serves customers - particularly in Europe, USA, and Asia. We develop and manufacture customized and innovative product solutions together with our customers.

WHY YOU SHOULD CHOOSE A+P

• A strategic leadership role with responsibility for shaping and advancing the Group's People Development strategy and learning culture.
• The opportunity to drive the further development of the A+P Academy and create innovative, technology‑driven learning experiences across the organization.
• The chance to develop talent, strengthen leadership capabilities, and contribute directly to the long‑term success of our people and business.
• An international and collaborative environment offering opportunities to shape initiatives, work with diverse stakeholders, and make a lasting impact.
• A hybrid working model combining home office and office presence.