Director, Global Learning Architecture & Programs

APX Exchange; Northern, New York (KY, NY); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) retirement

Wellness program

Job summary

Publicis Groupe is seeking a Director of Global Learning Architecture & Programs to design, build, and lead transformative learning experiences across the organization. You will connect business priorities to scalable learning solutions, balancing creativity, rigor, and flawless execution.

This hands-on, senior role thrives in a global environment, delivering measurable impact through innovative learning strategies and cross-functional collaboration across HR, Technology, and business partners.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in learning design, program management, or capability development with global scope.
• Comfort working across time zones, cultures, and functions in a matrixed organization.
• Proven success designing and delivering large-scale learning programs in complex organizations.
• Deep understanding of modern learning methodologies (blended, cohort-based, experiential, social, or AI-enhanced).
• Strong creative and conceptual thinking to connect strategy with design and execution.
• Experience applying AI or emerging technologies to elevate learning experiences or improve workflow efficiency.
• Excellent communication, influence, and stakeholder management skills; comfortable presenting to senior audiences.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver flagship global learning programs that elevate capability and performance.
• Architect a dynamic learning ecosystem and define how learning is organized, delivered, and improved across the Groupe.
• Drive innovation and applied experimentation with AI and new formats; prototype, measure, and scale what works.
• Lead global delivery from scoping to stakeholder alignment and execution.
• Collaborate across HR, Technology, and Business to deliver seamless global rollouts and align platforms and content.

Skills

Learning design

Program management

Global / cross-cultural

Stakeholder management

AI-enhanced learning

Job description

Company description

Publicis Re:Sources is at the core of Publicis Groupe, the world's largest communications group. We are the only full-service, end-to-end shared service organization in the industry, enabling Groupe agencies to do what they do best: innovate and transform for their clients.

Formed in 1998 as a small team to service a few Publicis Groupe firms, Publicis Re:Sources has grown to 6,000+ employees in over 55 countries. We provide technology solutions and business services including finance, accounting, legal, benefits, procurement, tax, real estate, treasury and risk management, all delivered by people who bring curiosity, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence to complex, global work.

Learn more about Publicis Re:Sources and the Publicis Groupe agencies we support at publicisresources.com.

Overview

Publicis Groupe is redefining what learning looks like in a creative, AI-powered world. We’re building learning experiences that inspire innovation, accelerate capability, and help our people stay ahead of change.

As Director, Global Learning Architecture & Programs, you’ll design, build, and lead learning experiences that shape the way our people grow across the Groupe. You’ll connect business priorities to innovative learning solutions — balancing creativity, rigor, and flawless execution.

This is a hands-on, high-impact role for someone who thrives in complex global environments and enjoys turning bold ideas into programs that deliver measurable impact.

Responsibilities

Design and Deliver Transformative Learning Programs

• Lead the design, structure, and execution of flagship global learning experiences that elevate capability and performance.
• Translate strategic business needs into cohesive learning frameworks that combine digital, live, and AI-powered elements.
• Create scalable, modern learning solutions that reflect the creativity and agility of our organization.

Architect a Dynamic Learning Ecosystem Learning Ecosystem

• Actively support a continuous learning culture by building the conditions where learning can happen in the flow of work, socially
• Define how learning is organized, delivered, and continuously improved across the Groupe.
• Build frameworks and design standards that strengthen learning consistency and quality.
• Partner with platform and content teams to align systems, tools, and experiences under a cohesive architecture.

Drive Innovation and Applied Experimentation

• Explore new learning formats and emerging technologies — from AI-enhanced design to immersive collaboration experiences.
• Prototype and pilot new approaches, measure their impact, and scale what works.
• Stay connected to external learning trends, ensuring Publicis remains on the cutting edge of how people learn and grow.

Lead Global Delivery

• Manage the full program lifecycle — from scoping and scheduling to stakeholder alignment and execution.
• Collaborate with internal partners across HR, Technology, and Business to deliver seamless global rollouts.
• Balance innovation with precision — ensuring every learning experience delivers on time, on budget, and on brand.

Collaborate Across the Groupe

• Partner closely with senior leaders, L&D peers, and global learning leads to align priorities and share best practices.
• Work effectively within a highly matrixed environment, building trust and momentum across multiple regions and disciplines.
• Contribute to leadership presentations and materials that communicate program outcomes and impact.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in learning design, program management, or capability development roles with a global or enterprise scope.
• Comfort working across time zones, cultures, and functions in a matrixed organization.
• Proven success designing and delivering large-scale learning programs — ideally in complex, creative, or technology-driven organizations.
• Deep understanding of modern learning methodologies (blended, cohort-based, experiential, social, or AI-enhanced learning).
• Strong creative and conceptual thinking skills — able to connect strategy with design and execution.
• Experience applying AI or emerging technologies to elevate learning experiences or improve workflow efficiency.
• Excellent communication, influence, and stakeholder management skills — comfortable presenting to senior audiences.

Additional information

Compensation Range: $125,000.00-$160,000.00 annually. This is the pay range the Company believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) currently in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities.

Publicis Groupe offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement(401(K)), wellness and other employee programs. For additional information regarding available benefits, please visit publicisconnections.com.

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at-will" relations. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Compensation Range: USD $ - . This is the pay range the Company believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. This role may also be eligible for bonus or incentive compensation. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on the skills, qualifications, and experience of the applicant along with the requirements of the position, and the Company reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. Temporary roles may be eligible to participate in our freelancer/temporary employee medical plan through a third-party benefits administration system once certain criteria have been met. For regular roles, the Company will offer medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401k, and paid time off. The Company anticipates the application deadline for this job posting will be 11/30/2026.