Director, Learning and Development

Kemper; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 112,000 - 187,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & dental plans

401(k) match

Tuition assistance

Community involvement

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Job summary

Kemper is seeking a senior Learning & Development leader to shape and execute its enterprise-wide strategy, aligning with culture and business priorities. You will oversee scalable development solutions that accelerate performance and strengthen management capability.

You will lead a team of L&D professionals, partner with HR and Talent teams, and optimize Workday Learning, measuring impact with data-driven insights. This role is hybrid across Kemper offices in multiple locations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree strongly preferred in Learning & Development or related field.
• At least 10 years of progressive experience in learning and development, organizational development, or talent management.
• At least 5 years in a leadership role managing enterprise L&D strategy and execution.
• Strong experience with people management including team building.
• Proven expertise in adult learning theory, instructional design, management development, and organizational learning.
• Demonstrated success designing and delivering enterprise-scale development programs with measurable business impact.
• Strong business acumen and experience aligning learning strategy with organizational goals and capabilities.
• Experience with Workday Learning and related HCM systems a plus; familiarity with leveraging learning data and analytics to drive improvement.
• Exceptional communication, facilitation, and stakeholder management skills; comfortable influencing and engaging senior leadership.
• Project and change management experience in complex, matrixed environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop a cohesive end-to-end enterprise management and professional development learning strategy aligned with Kemper’s objectives, culture, and future capabilities.
• Oversee design and implementation of scalable learning frameworks that integrate adult learning theory, learning technologies, and blended delivery methodologies.
• Serve as trusted advisor to leaders and HR partners, translating needs into actionable development strategies with HR teams to enhance career progression and productivity.
• Manage and develop a team of high-performing L&D professionals to meet Talent Solutions Team objectives.
• Deliver key enterprise learning programs and facilitate sessions ensuring curriculum relevance, engagement, and alignment with business priorities.
• Lead optimization of the Workday Learning module for adoption, curation, and data-driven decision making.
• Own evaluation mechanisms for program effectiveness, learning transfer, and ROI with data-driven improvements.
• Lead a community of practice with other L&D leaders to develop consistent practices across the organization.

Skills

Leadership experience

Learning & development strategy

Adult learning theory

Workday Learning

Stakeholder management

Change management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Learning and Development or related field

Tools

Workday Learning

Job description

Chicago, Illinois

Dallas, Texas

Birmingham, Alabama

Downers Grove IL

Full time

R-26-0038541

Location(s)

Birmingham, Alabama, Chicago, Illinois, Dallas, Texas, P&C-Butterfield Road-Downers Grove-IL-AAC

Details

Kemper is one of the nation’s leading specialized insurers. Our success is a direct reflection of the talented and diverse people who make a positive difference in the lives of our customers every day. We believe a high-performing culture, valuable opportunities for personal development and professional challenge, and a healthy work-life balance can be highly motivating and productive. Kemper’s products and services are making a real difference to our customers, who have unique and evolving needs. By joining our team, you are helping to provide an experience to our stakeholders that delivers on our promises.

Position Summary:

Responsible for shaping and executing Kemper’s enterprise-wide learning and development strategy in alignment with our culture and business priorities. Leads the design and delivery of scalable, innovative, and impactful development solutions that accelerate performance, strengthen management capability, and foster a culture of continuous learning across all levels of the organization.

Position Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the development of a cohesive end-to-end enterprise management and professional development learning strategy that aligns with Kemper’s strategic objectives, culture, and future capabilities.

• Develop and oversee the design and implementation of progressive, scalable learning frameworks that integrate modern adult learning theory, learning technologies, and blended delivery methodologies.

• Serve as a trusted advisor and internal consultant to leaders and HR partners by partnering to identify learning needs and translating them into actionable development strategies that drive performance. Partner with the Talent Management, Talent Acquisition, and Business HR teams to ensure integrated development strategies that enhance career progression and productivity.

• Manage and develop a team of high performing L&D professionals to meet the Talent Solutions Team’s objectives while fostering collaboration, innovation, and professional growth.

• Responsible for the delivery of key enterprise learning programs and facilitate sessions as needed. Ensure curriculum relevance, engagement, and alignment with business priorities.

• Lead optimization of the Workday Learning module for enterprise-wide adoption, learning curation, and data-driven decision making.

• Owns the mechanisms that evaluate program effectiveness, learning transfer, and ROI; use data insights to continuously enhance learning solutions.

• Lead a community of practice with other L&D leaders across the organization to develop consistent practices and share knowledge.

Position Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Learning and Development, Organizational Development, or another related field strongly preferred.

• Experience: At least 10 years of progressive experience in learning and development, organizational development, or talent management.

• At least 5 years in a leadership role managing enterprise L&D strategy and execution.

• Strong experience with people management including team building experience.

• Proven expertise in adult learning theory, instructional design, management development, and organizational learning.

• Demonstrated success designing and delivering enterprise-scale development programs with measurable business impact.

• Strong business acumen and experience aligning learning strategy with organizational goals and capabilities.

• Experience with Workday Learning and related HCM systems a plus; familiarity with leveraging learning data and analytics to drive improvement.

• Exceptional communication, facilitation, and stakeholder management skills; comfortable influencing and engaging senior leadership.

• Project and change management experience in complex, matrixed environments.

Additional Information:

• Up to 15% travel

• Sponsorship is not accepted for this position.

• This role can be worked hybrid out of Kemper’s Chicago, IL, Downers Grove, IL, Birmingham, AL or Richardson, TX office.

The range for this position is $111,900 to $186,700. When determining candidate offers, we consider experience, skills, education, certifications, and geographic location among other factors. This job is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus and Kemper benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, 401k, etc.)

Kemper is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, disability status or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We are committed to supporting diversity and equality across our organization and we work diligently to maintain a workplace free from discrimination. Kemper is focused on expanding our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion efforts to align with our vision, mission, and guiding principles.

Kemper does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Kemper and Kemper will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.

Kemper will never request personal information, such as your social security number or banking information, via text or email. Additionally, Kemper does not use external messaging applications like WireApp or Skype to communicate with candidates. If you receive such a message, delete it.

Kemper at a Glance

The Kemper family of companies is one of the nation’s leading specialized insurers. With approximately $12 billion in assets, Kemper is improving the world of insurance by providing affordable and easy-to-use personalized solutions to individuals, families and businesses through its Kemper Auto and Kemper Life brands. Kemper serves over 4.4 million policies, is represented by approximately 24,100 agents and brokers, and has approximately 7,000 associates dedicated to meeting the ever-changing needs of its customers.

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We value diversity and strive to be an employer of choice. An Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V

Eligible employees may enjoy benefits such as:

• Qualify for your choice of health and dental plans within your first month.
• Save for your future with robust 401(k) match, Health Spending Accounts and various retirement plans.
• Learn and Grow with our Tuition Assistance Program, paid certifications and continuing education programs.
• Contribute to your community through United Way and volunteer programs.
• Balance your life with generous paid time off and business casual dress.
• Get employee discounts for shopping, dining and travel through Kemper Perks.

Benefits eligibility may vary based on position classification, scheduled hours, work location, temporary or contingent status, independent contractor status, SkillBridge participation, and applicable plan terms.