Learning And Development jobs in United States

The Learning & Development Specialist is responsible for driving the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of training and development programs across the organization. This role partners closely with business leaders to identify capability gaps, align learning initiatives with organizational objectives, and cultivate a high-performance and growth-oriented culture.

• Coordinate and conduct annual and ad-hoc Training Needs Analysis (TNA) in collaboration with department heads and stakeholders.
• Consolidate TNA inputs and translate them into a structured annual training plan aligned with business objectives.
• Analyze skills gaps, competency requirements and development priorities across departments.
• Track and review training effectiveness to ensure identified needs are addressed.

• Plan, coordinate and administer internal and external training programs (technical, functional, leadership, and soft skills).
• Liaise with training providers, consultants and internal trainers to ensure quality and relevance of programs.
• Manage training logistics including scheduling, nominations, attendance tracking, materials and post-training evaluations.
• Maintain accurate training records, reports, and documentation.

• Manage end-to-end HRD Corp processes including grant applications, claims submissions and reimbursements.
• Ensure all training activities comply with HRD Corp guidelines, policies and audit requirements.
• Coordinate with finance and payroll teams on levy payments, claims reconciliation and supporting documentation.
• Stay updated on HRD Corp circulars, policy changes and funding schemes and advise management accordingly.

• Conduct post-training evaluations (reaction, learning and effectiveness) and prepare summary reports.
• Monitor training participation, cost and ROI where applicable.
• Prepare periodic L&D reports for management, including training hours, HRDC utilization and KPI tracking.

• Work closely with line managers and employees to promote a learning culture.
• Provide guidance to employees on training opportunities and development pathways.
• Support HR initiatives related to talent development, succession planning and competency frameworks.

• Recommend improvements to L&D processes, systems and policies.
• Support digital learning initiatives such as e-learning platforms or learning management systems (LMS), where applicable.
• Keep abreast of learning trends, best practices and regulatory updates in Malaysia.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Capital Management, Human Resources, or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in Learning & Development, with proven experience in end-to-end training program management.
• Strong knowledge of HRD Corp (HRDF) processes, training grants, and compliance requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, HR systems, and training management tools (LMS/ATS).
• Excellent facilitation, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.