Learning and Development Program Manager

Atlas Search; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlas Search, a FinTech firm in Manhattan, seeks a Learning and Development Program Manager to oversee its L&D operations and the AI education program. You will lead a team of training coordinators, own the program lifecycle, and drive efficiency with AI tools, reporting to senior leaders.

The role follows a hybrid schedule with 3 days on-site; base salary ranges from $140,000 to $190,000, with bonus details finalized at offer.

Qualifications

• 6+ years in program management, operations, or related field.
• Experience in training or learning programs is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of AI concepts and tools.
• Experience coaching others to use AI.
• Proven ability to manage multi-stakeholder initiatives.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and mentor a group of training coordinators.
• Act as the operational lead for the AI education program.
• Oversee lifecycle of offerings and event logistics.
• Improve workflows with automation and AI tools.
• Communicate progress to senior leaders.

Skills

Program management

Process improvement

Team leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Tools

AI tools

Automation

Job description

Learning and Development Program Manager

About the Opportunity

Our client, an innovative FinTech firm based in Manhattan, is seeking a structured and results-driven Learning and Development Program Manager to oversee operations for its Learning & Development group. This individual will combine thoughtful team leadership with a passion for process improvement, supporting both the broader training function and a dedicated firmwide initiative focused on AI education.

The L&D Program Manager will supervise and mentor a team of training coordinators and serve as the operational point person for the firm’s AI education program, managing its offerings and event logistics from start to finish. Working closely with colleagues, they will reimagine existing workflows and lead the hands‑on integration of AI tools to drive measurable gains in speed, scalability, and quality. The ideal candidate is an organized, forward‑thinking leader who keeps complex, multi‑stakeholder initiatives on track and senior leaders well informed.

This position follows a hybrid schedule with 3 days on‑site.

The annual base salary range is $140,000 to $190,000. Actual compensation offered to the successful candidate may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, and/or skill level, among other things. Details about eligibility for bonus compensation (if applicable) will be finalized at the time of offer.

Job Responsibilities

• Supervise and mentor a group of training coordinators, assigning work, setting priorities, giving regular feedback, and supporting their career growth
• Act as the operational point person for the firm’s AI education program, managing the full lifecycle of its offerings, coordinating event logistics, and making sure stakeholders have what they need
• Work with teammates to rethink current workflows, pinpoint tasks that are repetitive or labor‑intensive, and rebuild them to be faster, more scalable, and supported by automation and AI tools
• Lead hands‑on integration of AI tools into everyday team processes, turning new technology into measurable improvements in speed and output quality
• Manage large initiatives involving many stakeholders, flagging potential obstacles early, tracking dependencies, and keeping senior leaders informed throughout

Job Requirements

• 6+ years in program management, project management, operations, or a similar area, with proven success improving processes in demanding, high‑volume settings
• Background in training or learning programs a plus
• Strong working knowledge of AI tools and concepts, real enthusiasm for new developments in the space, and experience coaching others to use AI effectively
• Prior people management experience and the ability to build a supportive, high‑performing team
• Outstanding organization and planning skills, with a knack for taking complex projects from concept through completion
• Polished written and verbal communication, plus the presence to build strong relationships with senior leadership

Official communication from Atlas Search or its employees will only come from email addresses ending in @atlassearchllc.com