HR Learning Manager

Simmons Bank; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Simmons Bank is seeking an HR Learning Manager to assess learning needs and design high-impact development solutions. The role involves collaborating with business leaders and HR partners to deliver engaging learning experiences aligned with business objectives.

The ideal candidate will have strong communication and project management skills, along with a degree in a related field. Experience with instructional design and various educational technologies is preferred.

This position supports a commitment to equal employment opportunity.

Qualifications

• Ability to present information effectively in one-on-one and group situations.
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and deliver training programs.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with business leaders to identify performance gaps.
• Designs and develops innovative learning solutions.
• Evaluates impact of learning programs and makes improvements.

Skills

Communication skills

Project management

Instructional design

Facilitation skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

BS/BA Degree in Human Resources, Education, Business

Tools

Microsoft Office

Camtasia

Articulate360

Vyond

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business. Description: The HR Learning Manager serves as a strategic partner and subject matter expert responsible for assessing organizational learning needs and designing innovative, high-impact development solutions.

This role collaborates closely with business leaders, HR partners, and subject matter experts to identify performance gaps and deliver engaging, technology-enabled learning experiences that align with business objectives and compliance requirements. Leveraging modern instructional design practices and emerging technologies, the HR Learning Manager leads end-to-end learning initiatives—from concept through delivery—while continuously evaluating effectiveness and driving improvements to enhance employee capability and organizational performance.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates and partners with business leaders, HRBPs, team, and subject matter experts to conduct needs assessments to identify performance gaps, training needs, and desired development outcomes.
• Recommends appropriate learning solutions (eLearning, instructor‑led in‑person and virtual, learning paths, videos, other) based on best practices, business objectives, and learner needs.
• Designs and develops creative and innovative learning solutions using modern modalities such as AI‑driven learning tools and adaptive pathways, custom animations and microlearning videos, simulations, gamified experiences, etc. that align with strategy, business objectives, and compliance requirements.
• Identifies opportunities to incorporate emerging technologies to enhance scalability, personalization, and adult learner engagement.
• Uses authoring tools (e.g., Rise360, Storyline360, Vyond), visual design software, and multimedia creation platforms.
• Scripts and storyboard content for media production, animation, or immersive learning.
• Leads projects from concept through delivery, ensuring milestones are met.
• Maintains strong documentation and communicates effectively with stakeholders.
• Serves as the training expert and consultant for assigned areas within the bank.
• Facilitates training as needed.
• Evaluates the impact of learning programs (e.g., surveys, assessments, performance metrics) to ensure accuracy and knowledge share is appropriate and makes continuous improvements to content and delivery methods.
• Thinks creatively and shows initiative regarding training for the entire organization and brings ideas forward for consideration.
• Stays current on instructional design trends, adult learning theory, learning technologies, and best practices.
• Shares insights and recommendations to continuously elevate learning across the organization.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• Ability to present information effectively in one‑on‑one and group situations.
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral, formal and informal.
• Ability to connect with people and build relationships that result in an open and effective learning environment.
• Ability to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems and opportunities.
• Proficient in training methodologies, curriculum development, and soft skills (communication skills, critical thinking, time management, team building, etc.).
• Strong organizational, planning, project management, problem resolution, communication, presentation, facilitation, and influencing skills are required.
• Demonstrated ability to successfully develop and deliver training programs utilizing skills in instructional design, program design, development, and training methodologies.
• BS/BA Degree in Human Resources, Education, Business, or related field preferred or equivalent experience.
• Certifications in the Talent Development Field (preferred).
• DISC knowledge a plus.
• Virtual Training Facilitation.
• Computer Skills: Microsoft Office Program Knowledge required (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Education Software Knowledge required (Camtasia, Articulate360).
• Other Technology Experience preferred (Vyond, Vimeo, WellSaidLabs, Adobe Creative Cloud).
• Microsoft CoPilot and Agent Development preferred.
• Learning Management System Experience preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal skills including persuasion and influence, with proven ability to build effective relationships and communicate with a diverse range of people both internal and external.
• Must be able to travel on overnight stays.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Simmons First National Corporation and its subsidiaries are committed to a policy of equal employment with respect to a person's race, color, religion, sex, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, covered veterans, military status, physical or mental disability, or any other legally protected classifications.