Director of Learning and Development

Barmont; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a visionary Director of Learning & Development to shape and scale its enterprise learning strategy. This role involves leading a team to create high-impact learning solutions that enhance leadership capability and employee engagement while driving a culture of continuous learning across the organization.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in Learning & Development.
• 5+ years in a leadership role.
• Experience scaling learning in complex organizations.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute an enterprise-wide L&D strategy.
• Lead and develop a team of Learning Specialists.
• Implement evaluation strategies to measure real impact.

Skills

Leadership development

Instructional design

Adult learning theory

Communication

Coaching

Collaboration

Influencing without authority

Tools

LMS platforms

Cornerstone

Job description

Are you a strategic, people-centered learning leader ready to elevate how organizations grow, lead, and transform? We’re seeking a visionary Director of Learning & Development to shape and scale our enterprise learning strategy—building leadership capability, supporting employee engagement, and driving a culture of continuous learning across our $7B organization.

As the head of our L&D function, you’ll lead a growing team and partner across the business to deliver high-impact learning solutions that move beyond the basics. If you're ready to turn strategy into action and rebuild trust in the power of learning—this role is for you.

The qualified candidate will work in the Mechanicsburg, PA or Westminster, MD branch location. This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule after 6 months of successful employment. Our ideal candidate is a leader with experience implementing meaningful evaluation strategies to measure real impact, experience with multi-modal learning, and a passion for driving a culture of learning & development.

What You’ll Do

• Design and execute an enterprise-wide L&D strategy aligned to business and talent goals
• Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing team of Learning Specialists
• Build participant-centered programs across in-person, virtual, and digital platforms
• Develop resources like facilitator guides, quick reference tools, and job aids
• Implement meaningful evaluation strategies (Kirkpatrick Levels 1–4) to measure real impact
• Strengthen relationships with stakeholders across departments and levels—building alignment, trust, and influence
• Oversee the LMS platform and ensure training is scalable, relevant, and data-informed
• Champion a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous development

• 10+ years of experience in Learning & Development, including at least 5 years in a leadership role
• Proven success leading L&D strategy and scaling learning in complex organizations
• Expertise in adult learning theory, instructional design, and leadership development
• Experience with multi-modal learning (eLearning, virtual, classroom, blended)
• Strong facilitation, communication, and coaching skills
• Ability to influence without authority and build trust across an organization
• Proficiency with LMS platforms and learning technologies. Cornerstone experience is a plus.
• A collaborative mindset, strategic focus, and commitment to results