Learning and Development Manager

L+M Development Partners; New York (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

L+M Development Partners is seeking an experienced Learning and Development Manager to design, implement, and manage learning initiatives across the company. You will assess organizational training needs and develop practical solutions that strengthen employee skills and career growth.

Training may be delivered online, in person, or on-site. The role requires expertise in adult learning, instructional design, and facilitation, with a focus on measurable outcomes and ongoing improvement across

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in learning and development or related HR functions.
• Strong knowledge of adult learning principles and instructional design.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage learning initiatives across business lines.
• Assess training needs and develop practical learning solutions.
• Deliver programs online, in person, and on-site.
• Create training materials, facilitator guides, and job aids.
• Lead engaging sessions and utilize varied instructional methods.
• Measure training effectiveness and adjust content accordingly.
• Partner with leaders and vendors to expand learning opportunities.
• Manage the L&D budget and tracking of activities.

Skills

Adult learning

Instructional design

Facilitation

Organizational development

Communication

Presentation skills

LMS proficiency

Microsoft Office

Time management

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/OD/education/business

Tools

LMS platforms

HR systems

SharePoint

MS Office suite

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Learning and Development Manager to design, implement, and manage learning initiatives that support employees across various business lines across the company. This role will assess organizational training needs, develop practical learning solutions, and deliver programs that strengthen employee skills, support career growth, and enhance business performance. Training may be delivered online, in person, and/or on-site. The ideal candidate will bring strong learning and development expertise, excellent facilitation and communication skills, and a commitment to fostering a culture of continuous learning across all departments.

Job Responsibilities:

• Curriculum Development:
  • Identify training needs through surveys, interviews, consultations, data review, and observation.
  • Design, develop, and implement learning programs that support companywide priorities, department-specific needs, leadership development, compliance requirements, and employee skill-building.
  • Ensure training content is current, relevant, accessible, and aligned with organizational goals, policies, and best practices.
  • Create training materials, facilitator guides, job aids, manuals, and online learning modules.
• Training Delivery:
  • Lead engaging training sessions, workshops and seminars for employees at all levels.
  • Utilize various instructional methods and technologies to accommodate diverse learning styles.
  • Deliver training using a variety of methods, including instructor-led sessions, virtual learning, simulations, group discussions, and hands-on activities.
• Needs Assessment:
  • Conduct regular assessments to identify training needs and skill gaps across the organization, and partner with department leaders to ensure learning initiatives support business objectives.
  • Participate in cross-functional meetings to understand business needs, address learning priorities, and identify opportunities for improvement.
  • Evaluate training needs and measure the effectiveness of learning programs.
• Compliance and Organizational Training:
  • Stay current on learning and development trends, workplace training practices, compliance requirements, and tools that can enhance employee learning across the organization.
  • Integrate required compliance, policy, systems, leadership, and professional development training into the broader learning strategy.
  • Track outcomes and maintain accurate records of training and development activities.
• Performance Evaluation:
  • Develop metrics to assess training effectiveness, gather feedback from participants and stakeholders, and use insights to continuously improve content, delivery, and learning outcomes.
• Mentorship and Coaching:
  • Provide ongoing support, coaching, and guidance to employees and managers to reinforce learning and support professional development.
• Collaboration:
  • Partner with internal leaders, external vendors, professional associations, and educational resources to expand learning opportunities and ensure programs remain practical, relevant, and aligned with company needs.
  • Coordinate training logistics, event planning, communications, materials, and vendor relationships as needed.
• Budget Management:
  • Manage the learning and development budget, ensuring resources are allocated effectively to support training initiatives, tools, materials, and vendor partnerships.

Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong knowledge of adult learning principles, instructional design, facilitation techniques, and organizational development practices.
• Excellent presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build trust, engage learners, and foster a positive learning environment.
• Proficiency in using Learning Management Systems (LMS) and training software.
• Advanced organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Familiarity with modern and traditional training methods, tools, and technologies.
• Excellent leadership and motivational skills
• Ability to plan, prioritize, manage time, and balance multiple initiatives effectively.
• Good collaboration and teamwork skills
• Strategic thinking, honesty, and ethics in business dealings
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, OneDrive, and SharePoint.
• Experience with HR systems, learning platforms, or other workplace technology tools a plus.

Minimum Education Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Education, Business Administration, or a related field.

Minimum Experience Required:

• 7+ years of experience in learning and development, training, organizational development, or a related HR function.