Director of Learning & Development: Elevate Team Growth

Wilson Bank & Trust

United States

On-site

USD 110,000 - 160,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Job summary

Wilson Bank & Trust in Lebanon, TN seeks a Director of Learning & Development to design and lead bank-wide training programs, ensuring regulatory compliance and a culture of continuous learning. The role reports to the CHRO and partners with senior leaders to align development initiatives with strategic objectives, while overseeing LMS, vendors, and analytics.

The ideal candidate brings 3+ years of leadership in L&D, banking experience preferred, and a proven ability to inspire teams and drive

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in organizational development, learning and development, instructional design, education, human resources, business administration, or related field preferred.
3 years of related experience
3 years of leadership experience
Experience in banking or financial services industry preferred
Professional certification in training, development, or human resources preferred
Proficient in Microsoft 365 applications, including Office, Teams, OneNote, SharePoint, and other business productivity platforms including virtual meeting platforms utilized for remote learning sessions
Proficient in learning technologies and LMS platforms
Experience in instructional design methodologies
Data-driven mindset with experience in learning analytics
Strong collaboration, creativity, and a commitment to continuous improvement in instructional design
Solid understanding of learning needs with ability to understand different audiences
Ability to identify training gaps and provide solutions for continuous employee development
Effective written and verbal communication skills with strong presentation skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Detail oriented
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
High standards for integrity, honesty, professionalism, and work ethic
Commitment to service excellence
Ability to work independently while demonstrating excellent organization and follow through
Demonstrate flexible and efficient time management and ability to prioritize workload
Ability and willingness to work with purpose and a strong sense of urgency
Self-motivated, positive, and enthusiastic
Self-starter with a strong desire to exceed expectations and capable of supporting a team
Maintain confidentiality discretion
Ability to effectively work in collaboration with others to achieve business objectives
Willing to grow and be challenged

Responsibilities

Establish and direct the strategy, development, and execution of bank-wide learning initiatives to support evolving business needs and foster a culture of continuous learning
Supervise, train, and mentor staff.
Identify professional development opportunities and provide performance feedback on an ongoing basis.
Oversee the effective delivery of learning programs to support organizational goals, team member development, and regulatory compliance
Lead instructional design confirming learning content remains current, relevant, and engaging
Oversee the optimization of the Learning Management System (LMS)
Drive innovation in learning approaches to include piloting enhanced learning formats, testing emerging technologies, and utilizing various instructional approaches
Partner with senior management to align learning initiatives with organizational objectives and serve as a trusted advisor
Support the implementation of new systems, products, and process improvements through effective training strategies
Establish learning metrics and key performance indicators to measure program effectiveness, learner engagement, and business impact
Evaluate learning trends to continuously enhance learning initiatives
Partner with key stakeholders to confirm required training programs meet regulatory requirements
Oversee vendor relationships, learning technology platforms, external partnerships, and L&D budgets
Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional associations
Attend training as requested
Adhere to compliance with all federal bank regulations and laws, including those for consumer protection and the Bank Secrecy Act/Anti-Money Laundering Program
Participate in outside community activities as required
Perform other duties as assigned