Learning & Development Partner
Morningstar, Inc.
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Job summary
Morningstar, Inc. is seeking an experienced Learning & Development Partner in Chicago to design and deliver engaging learning experiences and to consult with senior stakeholders on strategy. The role blends practitioner and partner duties to build lasting capability across the organization.
The ideal candidate brings 3+ years in L&D, strong facilitation, and experience with eLearning and live training. A consultative mindset and collaboration with multiple teams are essential for success.
Qualifications
- 3+ years of learning & development across design, delivery and stakeholder engagement.
- Experience as an internal L&D consultant: needs analyses and independent solutions.
- Facilitation skills both in-person and virtual for varied audiences.
- Experience designing both eLearning and live training programs.
- Strong communication skills with senior leaders and diverse teams.
- Solid project management to handle priorities and progress updates.
- Familiarity with an LMS; Cornerstone OnDemand preferred.
- Knowledge of instructional design and adult learning theory.
- Proficiency in MS Office and virtual delivery platforms (Teams/Zoom).
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
Responsibilities
- Consult with business units to diagnose capability gaps and recommend learning solutions.
- Build relationships with senior stakeholders and HR partners.
- Design learning experiences across formats: digital, instructor-led, blended.
- Translate business needs into clear learning objectives and outcomes.
- Create storyboards, scripts, facilitator guides, and participant materials.
- Facilitate workshops and training sessions for varied audiences.
- Collaborate with SMEs and external facilitators to deliver programs.
- Manage program logistics, communications, and participant experience end-to-end.
- Run multiple concurrent L&D projects with timelines and updates.
- Ensure content reflects Morningstar's values and culture.
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Job description
We are looking for an experienced and versatile Learning & Development Partner to join our L&D team. This is a broad role designed for someone who can operate across the full spectrum of L&D work - from designing engaging learning experiences to consulting with senior stakeholders and partnering with the business to build lasting capability.
This position requires someone who is equally comfortable advising on a learning strategy, facilitating a leadership workshop, and building a self-paced digital course. You will act as both a practitioner and a trusted partner - bringing a consultative mindset to every engagement.
Our ideal candidate is passionate about learning and development and Morningstar's company objectives. Candidates who will excel in this role possess excellent organizational skills and an ability to interact with and motivate team members across a diverse and complex organization.
- Consult with business units to diagnose capability gaps, run needs analyses, and recommend learning solutions - not just respond to requests
- Build working relationships with senior stakeholders, HR Business Partners, and Talent Management colleagues
- Design and build learning experiences across formats: self-paced digital, instructor-led, blended, and in-flow resources
- Translate business and learner needs into clear objectives, then design solutions that address them
- Produce storyboards, scripts, facilitator guides, and participant materials
- Facilitate workshops and training sessions for varied audiences, in-person and virtually
- Partner with subject matter experts and external facilitators to co-design and deliver programs
- Manage program logistics, communications, and participant experience end-to-end
- Run multiple concurrent L&D projects with clear timelines and regular stakeholder updates
- Ensure all learning content reflects Morningstar's values and culture
- 3+ years of experience in learning & development across design, delivery, and stakeholder engagement
- Experience working as an internal L&D consultant: conducting needs analyses, managing expectations, and recommending solutions independently
- Facilitation skills, in-person and virtual, across a range of audience levels
- Experience designing and building both eLearning and live training programs
- Clear communication skills - able to engage at all levels, including with senior leaders
- Project management skills: able to manage priorities and communicate progress
- Familiarity with an LMS; Cornerstone OnDemand experience preferred
- Knowledge of instructional design principles and adult learning theory
- Proficiency in MS Office and virtual delivery platforms (Teams/Zoom or equivalent)
- Bachelor's degree, or equivalent experience
- Experience in a global or matrixed organization
- Familiarity with AI-powered learning tools and emerging L&D technology
- Background in financial services or a similarly data-driven environment
At Morningstar, we know we can only empower investors if our people feel empowered.
We make space to keep learning, stretching, and becoming - with support for your financial, personal, and family well-being.
Because with the right people, place, and purpose, there's no limit to what you can do.
Morningstar is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
If you need accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know.
At Morningstar we believe people are at their best when they are at their healthiest. That's why we champion your wellness through a wide range of programs that support all stages of your personal and professional life. Here are some examples of the offerings we provide:
- Financial Health
- 100% 401k match up to 6% of salary
- Stock Ownership Potential
- Company provided life insurance - 1x salary + commission
- Physical Health
- Comprehensive health benefits(medical/dental/vision)including potential premium discounts and company-provided HSA contributions (up to $500-$2,000 annually) for specific plansand coverages
- Additional medical Wellness Incentives - up to $300-$600 annual
- Company-provided long- and short-termdisabilityinsurance
- Emotional Health
- Trust-Based Time Off
- 6-week Paid Sabbatical Program
- 6-Week Paid Family Caregiving Leave
- Competitive 8-24 Week Paid Parental Leave
- Adoption Assistance
- Leadership Coaching & FormalMentorshipOpportunities
- Annual Flex Stipend - $1000 annually to cover personal education & well-being expenses
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Social Health
- Charitable Matching Gifts program
- Dollars for Doers volunteer program
- Paid volunteering days
- 15+ Employee Resource & Affinity Groups
Inclusive of annual base salary and target incentive
Morningstar's hybrid work environment gives you the opportunity to collaborate in-person each week as we've found that we're at our best when we're purposely together on a regular basis. In most of our locations, our hybrid work model is four days in-office each week. A range of other benefits are also available to enhance flexibility as needs change. No matter where you are, you'll have tools and resources to engage meaningfully with your global colleagues.
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