Learning And Development Specialist

Vertisystem (A MOURI Tech Company); Boston (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertisystem (A MOURI Tech Company) in Boston seeks an experienced facilitator to lead leadership development, DEIB, and soft-skill training across the organization. The role emphasizes creating engaging, safe learning experiences and applying adult learning principles.

You will design materials, collaborate with subject matter experts, and evaluate training effectiveness while maintaining accurate records and contributing to a psychologically safe culture.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of experience facilitating instructor-led training, workshops, or adult learning programs.
• Experience designing and developing instructor-led and blended learning solutions.
• Strong knowledge of adult learning principles and instructional design methodologies.
• Exceptional facilitation, presentation, and public speaking skills.
• Experience facilitating discussions on DEIB and other sensitive workplace topics.
• Experience delivering management and leadership development programs.
• Strong interpersonal skills to engage employees at all organizational levels.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and virtual platforms such as Teams and Zoom.
• Excellent organizational skills to manage multiple projects and priorities.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate learning experiences focused on leadership development, communication, emotional intelligence, team effectiveness, change management, conflict resolution, performance management, and inclusive workplace practices.
• Foster an engaging, psychologically safe learning environment that encourages participation, collaboration, and knowledge sharing.
• Skillfully manage group dynamics and respond thoughtfully to challenging questions and sensitive discussions.
• Design and develop learner-centered training materials, including facilitator guides, participant workbooks, presentations, job aids, and supporting resources.
• Apply adult learning principles and instructional design methodologies (e.g., ADDIE, SAM) to create effective learning experiences.
• Collaborate with SMEs to gather content, validate technical accuracy, and develop relevant instructional materials.
• Evaluate participant feedback and learning metrics to identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Provide observations and recommendations to program leaders regarding participant engagement and training effectiveness.
• Maintain accurate attendance, evaluation, and training records.

Skills

Facilitation

Instructional design

Adult learning

Public speaking

DEIB

Leadership development

Stakeholder collaboration

Microsoft Office

Virtual platforms (Teams/Zoom)

Project management

Tools

Microsoft Teams

Zoom

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Facilitate learning experiences focused on leadership development, communication, emotional intelligence, team effectiveness, change management, conflict resolution, performance management, and inclusive workplace practices.

Foster an engaging, psychologically safe learning environment that encourages participation, collaboration, and knowledge sharing.

Skillfully manage group dynamics and respond thoughtfully to challenging questions and sensitive discussions.

Design and develop learner-centered training materials, including facilitator guides, participant workbooks, presentations, job aids, and supporting resources.

Apply adult learning principles and established instructional design methodologies (e.g., ADDIE, SAM) to create effective learning experiences.

Collaborate with subject matter experts (SMEs) to gather content, validate technical accuracy, and develop relevant instructional materials.

Evaluate participant feedback and learning metrics to identify opportunities for continuous improvement.

Provide observations and recommendations to program leaders regarding participant engagement and training effectiveness.

Maintain accurate attendance, evaluation, and training records.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of five (5) years of experience facilitating instructor-led training, workshops, or adult learning programs.
• Demonstrated experience designing and developing instructor-led and blended learning solutions.
• Strong knowledge of adult learning principles and instructional design methodologies.
• Exceptional facilitation, presentation, and public speaking skills.
• Experience facilitating discussions related to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) and other sensitive workplace topics.
• Experience delivering management and leadership development programs.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills with the ability to engage employees at all organizational levels.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and virtual learning platforms such as Microsoft Teams and Zoom.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.