Learning and Development Manager

Atain; Gurugram District; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Atain is seeking an experienced Manager - Learning & Development to lead design, development, and implementation of high-impact learning solutions across operations. You will oversee content creators, instructional designers, and deliver engaging e-learning through AI-enabled tools and simulations.

The role requires strong adult learning expertise, experience in BPO contexts, and proficiency with Articulate 360, Captivate, Rise 360, and LMS platforms.

Qualifications

• 8-12 years of experience in Learning & Development, Instructional Design, or Learning Experience Design.
• Minimum 3-5 years of people management experience.
• Strong experience in BPO, Customer Experience, Shared Services, Contact Center, or Global Operations environments.
• Proven experience in content development, curriculum design, and digital learning implementation.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement scalable learning solutions aligned with business objectives and operational requirements.
• Lead the development of training curricula, facilitator guides, learner manuals, assessments, job aids, SOP-based learning content, and knowledge management resources.
• Create engaging and performance-focused learning experiences for customer service, sales, technical support, and back-office operations within a BPO environment.
• Apply instructional design methodologies such as ADDIE, SAM, Design Thinking, and Learning Experience Design (LxD).
• Ensure all learning content meets quality, compliance, and organizational standards.
• Lead initiatives involving AI, digital simulations, virtual role-plays, and experiential learning solutions.
• Establish governance frameworks, content standards, and quality assurance processes.

Skills

Instructional Design

Content Writing

Curriculum Development

Adult Learning

Team Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Education, HR, Business, Communications

Certification in Instructional Design or Learning Technologies (preferred)

Tools

Articulate Storyline 360

Rise 360

Adobe Captivate

LMS

AI-enabled authoring tools

Simulation tools

Job description

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced and innovative Manager - Learning & Development to lead the design, development, and implementation of high-impact learning solutions across business operations. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in training content creation within the BPO industry, instructional design, digital learning technologies, and learner experience design.

This role requires a strategic learning professional who can manage end-to-end learning projects, lead a team of content developers and instructional designers, and deliver engaging learning experiences through e-learning modules, AI-enabled learning solutions, digital simulations, gamification, and immersive learning technologies.

The successful candidate will bring a strong understanding of adult learning principles, business process training, and modern learning technologies, including Articulate 360, Adobe Captivate, AI-driven authoring tools, and simulation-based learning platforms.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement scalable learning solutions aligned with business objectives and operational requirements.
• Lead the development of training curricula, facilitator guides, learner manuals, assessments, job aids, SOP-based learning content, and knowledge management resources.
• Create engaging and performance-focused learning experiences for customer service, sales, technical support, and back-office operations within a BPO environment.
• Apply instructional design methodologies such as ADDIE, SAM, Design Thinking, and Learning Experience Design (LxD).
• Ensure all learning content meets quality, compliance, and organizational standards.

E-Learning & Digital Learning Solutions

• Develop interactive e-learning programs using Articulate Storyline, Rise 360, and Adobe Captivate.
• Design and implement simulation-based learning experiences to enhance learner engagement and skill application.
• Leverage AI-powered authoring tools and automation technologies to improve content development efficiency.
• Create scenario-based learning, branching simulations, gamified learning journeys, and interactive assessments.
• Drive adoption of innovative digital learning approaches, including virtual learning environments and immersive technologies.

AI & Digital Simulation Innovation

• Lead initiatives involving Artificial Intelligence, digital simulations, virtual role-plays, and experiential learning solutions.
• Integrate AI-enabled learning tools for content creation, personalization, performance support, and learner analytics.
• Develop customer interaction simulations and process-based learning experiences that reflect real-world business scenarios.
• Evaluate emerging learning technologies and recommend solutions that improve learning effectiveness and business impact.

Team Leadership & Capability Building

• Lead, coach, and mentor instructional designers, content developers, and learning specialists.
• Establish governance frameworks, content standards, and quality assurance processes.
• Drive continuous capability-building initiatives focused on modern instructional design practices and digital learning innovation.
• Promote a culture of creativity, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Stakeholder & Project Management

• Manage multiple learning projects simultaneously while ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Partner with Operations, Quality, Training, SMEs, and Business Leaders to identify learning needs and performance gaps.
• Communicate project progress effectively and manage stakeholder expectations across multiple business functions.
• Ensure optimal resource allocation and project prioritization.
• Define and track learning metrics, including learner engagement, completion rates, knowledge retention, and performance improvement.
• Evaluate training effectiveness using Kirkpatrick's Evaluation Model and other measurement frameworks.
• Utilize learning analytics to drive continuous improvement and demonstrate business impact.
• Establish KPIs related to learner performance, operational efficiency, and training quality.

Qualifications & Experience

Experience

• 8-12 years of experience in Learning & Development, Instructional Design, or Learning Experience Design.
• Minimum 3-5 years of people management experience.
• Strong experience in BPO, Customer Experience, Shared Services, Contact Center, or Global Operations environments.
• Proven experience in content development, curriculum design, and digital learning implementation.

Educational Qualification

• Bachelor's Degree in Education, Human Resources, Business, Communications, or a related field.
• Certification in Instructional Design, Digital Learning, Learning Technologies, or Project Management is preferred.

Core Skills & Competencies

Content Creation & Instructional Design

• Expertise in instructional design and adult learning principles.
• Strong content writing, editing, and curriculum development capabilities.
• Experience developing SOP-based, process training, behavioral, and functional learning content.
• Ability to translate complex business processes into learner-friendly formats.

Learning Technologies

• Advanced proficiency in:
• Articulate Storyline 360
• Learning Management Systems (LMS)
• AI-enabled learning platforms
• Simulation and gamification tools
• Hands-on experience with AI-powered content creation and learning technologies.
• Knowledge of digital simulations, virtual role-plays, and immersive learning experiences.
• Exposure to conversational AI, adaptive learning, and learner analytics platforms.

Leadership & Stakeholder Management

• Strong people leadership and coaching skills.
• Ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive alignment.
• Excellent collaboration and relationship management capabilities.
• Strong project planning, execution, and governance skills.

Communication

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong business writing and technical documentation expertise.
• Ability to present learning strategies and outcomes to leadership audiences.

Success Measures

Success in this role will be demonstrated through:

• Delivery of high-quality learning content and scalable digital learning solutions.
• Increased adoption of AI-driven learning methodologies and simulation-based training.
• Improved learner engagement, proficiency, and operational performance.
• Effective utilization of Articulate, Captivate, and digital learning technologies to drive business outcomes.
• Strong team performance, innovation, and capability development.
• Measurable impact on productivity, quality, customer experience, and operational KPIs.

Preferred Attributes

• Experience working in global or matrix organizations.
• Exposure to digital transformation and workforce upskilling initiatives.
• Passion for learning innovation, AI technologies, and learner experience design.
• Strong problem-solving and strategic thinking abilities.
• Continuous learner with a growth mindset and a focus on business impact.