Learning Programs Specialist

Cherry Bekaert LLP; Tysons (VA); On-site; USD 66,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

Cherry Bekaert LLP is seeking a Learning Programs Specialist to design, deliver, and improve engaging learning experiences that drive employee growth and business success. You will collaborate with leaders, instructors, and SMEs to build impactful programs and manage end-to-end delivery.

The role emphasizes instructional design, project management, and leveraging learning technologies to create meaningful development journeys for teams across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Instructional Design, Education, HR, Learning & Development, or related field.
• Experience designing, developing, and coordinating learning programs, training initiatives, or instructional content.
• Strong knowledge of adult learning principles and instructional design methodologies.
• Experience using learning management systems and learning technologies.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders while meeting deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Partner with SMEs and leaders to identify learning needs and objectives.
• Design, develop, and manage course plans, timelines, and schedules.
• Coordinate training sessions with instructors and stakeholders.
• Create engaging learning assets across classroom, digital, video, and multimedia formats.
• Maintain course documentation and content repositories.
• Administer and update LMS and learning technologies.
• Evaluate learning effectiveness and recommend improvements.
• Promote learning opportunities across the organization.
• Ensure programs meet design standards and best practices.

Skills

Instructional design

Project management

Learning technology

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Adult learning principles

Education

Bachelor's degree in Instructional Design or related field

Tools

LCvista LMS

Job description

Ranked among the largest accounting and consulting firms in the country and consistently recognized as a Great Place to Work, Cherry Bekaert delivers innovative advisory, assurance and tax services to our clients. At Cherry Bekaert we create shared success through teamwork, energy, and expertise. We approach today’s toughest business challenges with a client-first mindset, working together to create exceptional value. We are all committed to making a difference for our people, our clients, our community, and our professions. To meet this commitment, Cherry Bekaert will provide you with the space to pursue growth and development opportunities that will guide and support you at each stage of your personal and professional journey.

Cherry Bekaert's Talent Optimization team is looking for a Learning Programs Specialist who is passionate about creating impactful learning experiences that drive employee growth and business success. In this highly collaborative role, you'll work alongside business leaders, subject matter experts, instructors, and learning professionals to design, deliver, and continuously improve engaging learning programs that help our people thrive. This role offers the opportunity to influence the employee learning journey while leveraging instructional design, project management, and learning technology expertise to create meaningful development experiences.

As a Learning Programs Specialist, You Will

• Partner with subject matter experts and business leaders to identify learning needs, define measurable learning objectives, and align training solutions with organizational goals.
• Design, develop, and manage comprehensive course project plans, timelines, and schedules to ensure successful learning program delivery.
• Serve as the central point of contact for scheduled training sessions, coordinating with instructors, stakeholders, and project teams to deliver an exceptional learner experience.
• Create and maintain engaging learning assets and course materials across multiple formats, including classroom, digital, video, audio, and other multimedia experiences.
• Manage and maintain organized course documentation, content repositories, and learning program assets to support ongoing program success.
• Administer and update learning management systems and learning technologies to ensure a seamless learner experience and accurate reporting.
• Evaluate learning effectiveness through participant feedback, engagement data, and learning transfer metrics, making recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Communicate, market, and promote learning opportunities across the organization to drive participation and employee development.
• Champion learning excellence by ensuring programs meet established design standards and reflect best practices in adult learning and instructional design.

What You Bring to the Role

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Instructional Design, Education, Human Resources, Learning & Development, or a related field.
• Experience designing, developing, and coordinating learning programs, training initiatives, or instructional content.
• Strong knowledge of adult learning principles and instructional design methodologies.
• Experience applying structured learning development frameworks, including ADDIE or similar instructional design models.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and stakeholders while meeting deadlines.
• Strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
• Experience using learning management systems and learning technologies.
• Ability to analyze learning outcomes, interpret engagement data, and make recommendations that improve program effectiveness.
• Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, subject matter experts, and business leaders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience creating multimedia learning content, including video, audio, virtual instructor-led training, or eLearning materials.
• Familiarity with LCvista or comparable learning management platforms.
• Experience measuring learning transfer, employee engagement, and learning program impact.
• Strong facilitation skills and the ability to deliver engaging classroom or virtual training experiences.
• Exceptional attention to detail, problem-solving capabilities, and a proactive, continuous-improvement mindset.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently while fostering a positive, collaborative team environment

What You Can Expect From Us

• Our shared values that foster inclusion and belonging including uncompromising integrity, collaboration, trust, and mutual respect
• The opportunity to innovate and do work that motivates and engages you
• A collaborative environment focused on enabling you to further your career growth and continuous professional development
• Competitive compensation and a total rewards package that focuses on all aspects of your wellbeing
• Flexibility to do impactful work and the time to enjoy your life outside of work
• Opportunities to connect and learn from professionals from different backgrounds and with different cultures

Benefits Information

Cherry Bekaert cares about our people. We offer competitive compensation packages based on performance that recognize the value our people bring to our clients and our Firm. The salary range for this position is included below. Individual salaries within this range are determined by a variety of factors including but not limited to the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education, knowledge, skills, and geographic location. In addition, we offer a comprehensive, high-quality benefits program which includes annual bonus, medical, dental, and vision care; disability and life insurance; generous Paid Time Off; retirement plans; Paid Care Leave; and other programs that are dedicated to enhancing your personal and work life and providing you and your family with a measure of financial protection.

Pay Range

$65,700 - $96,500

About Cherry Bekaert

Cherry Bekaert, ranked among the largest assurance, tax and advisory firms in the U.S., serves clients across industries in all 50 U.S. states and internationally. For more details, visit https://www.cbh.com/disclosure/

Cherry Bekaert provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, citizenship status, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. https://careers.cbh.com/legal-disclosures/ contains further information regarding the firm's compliance with federal, state and local recruitment and hiring laws.

This role is expected to accept applications for at least five calendar days and may continue to be posted until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.

Candidates must demonstrate eligibility to work in the United States. Cherry Bekaert will not provideworksponsorship for this position.

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