Manager, Learning Design & Development - Corporate Functions

geico; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 91,000 - 172,000; Full time

Job summary

GEICO in Bethesda, MD, is hiring a Manager, Learning Design & Development to lead a high-performing team delivering enterprise-wide learning solutions, including regulatory, compliance, and digital transformation initiatives. You will collaborate with internal clients and external vendors, inform executives with compelling presentations, and drive ROI through analytics and governance.

The role emphasizes people leadership, strong communication, and delivering impactful learning experiences at

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Instructional Design, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• Minimum 5 years in training and development with large-scale projects.
• Experience with internal clients, executive sponsors, and external vendors.
• Proven ability to deliver executive presentations to C-suite and senior leaders.
• Strong knowledge of eLearning, blended learning, and virtual delivery.
• Proficiency with LMS, AI-enabled content tools, and multimedia production.
• Experience leading teams that create learning content using digital tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end design and delivery of enterprise-wide learning programs.
• Drive strategic initiatives including compliance, education, and digital transformation.
• Develop charters, roadmaps, and milestones; manage resources and ROI.
• Inform and engage C-suite with high-impact executive presentations.
• Oversee vendor relationships and learning platforms governance.
• Lead and develop a high-performing learning design team.
• Ensure content quality aligns with regulatory standards and business needs.

Skills

Executive communication

Project management

Learning analytics

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder management

Team leadership

E-learning

AI-enabled tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field

Master’s preferred

Tools

Synthesia

Articulate

Vyond

Adobe

Job description

Why Join GEICO?

At GEICO, we offer a rewarding career where your ambitions are met with endless possibilities.

Every day we honor our iconic brand by offering quality coverage to millions of customers and being there when they need us most. We thrive on relentless innovation to exceed our customers' expectations while making a real impact on local communities nationwide.

Founded in 1936, GEICO is a member of the Berkshire Hathaway family of companies and one of the largest auto insurers in the United States. When you join our company, we want you to feel valued, supported, and proud to work here. That's why we offer the GEICO Pledge: Great Company, Great Culture, Great Rewards, and Great Careers.

Manager, Learning Design & Development – Corporate Functions

Position Overview

The Manager, Learning Design & Development position leads a high-performing team responsible for designing, developing, and delivering innovative learning solutions that drive business outcomes across the enterprise. This role manages large-scale, complex projects, collaborates with cross-functional stakeholders, and ensures the effective use of modern learning technologies and methodologies. The ideal candidate willdemonstrateexceptional project management skills, experience working with internal clients and external vendors, and a proven ability to deliver impactful learning experiences atscale.

A critical aspect of this role is the ability to inform, influence, and interact with C-suite and senior executive leaders. The successful candidate willpossessoutstanding presentation skills, including the ability to build compelling executive-level presentations and confidently deliver them to top leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and Manage Large-Scale Learning Initiatives:Oversee the end-to-end design, development, and implementation of enterprise-wide learning programs, including regulatory, compliance, and business-critical curricula. Drive strategic initiatives such ascomplianceframeworks, insurance and producteducation,and digital transformation projects.

• Project Management:Develop project charters, roadmaps, and milestones for major learning initiatives. Ensuretimelydelivery, resource allocation, and achievement of key performance indicators. Leverage data and analytics to drive continuous improvement anddemonstrateROI.

• Executive Communication & Presentation:Regularly inform and engage C-suite and senior executives on program status, strategic direction, and key outcomes. Build high-impact presentations tailored for executive audiences and deliver them with clarity, confidence, and executive presence.

• Stakeholder Engagement:Build andmaintainstrong relationships with business leaders, subject matter experts, and executive sponsors. Facilitate cross-functional collaboration to align learning solutions with organizational goals and operational needs.

• Vendor and Technology Management:Evaluate, select, and manage relationships with external vendors and technology partners. Oversee the implementation and governance of learning platforms, AI-enabled content development tools, and multimedia solutions. Ensure compliance with contractual, security, and regulatory requirements.

• People Leadership:Serve as a strong people leader by inspiring, empowering, and developing team members. Promote a positive, inclusive culture that values growth, collaboration, and high performance.

• Quality Assurance:Ensure all learning content meets technical accuracy, business relevance, and compliance standards. Implement feedback loops and analytics to measure effectiveness and learner satisfaction.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Instructional Design, Organizational Development, or related field (Master’spreferred).

• Minimum 5 years of experience in training and development, with a focus on large-scale project management in a corporate or enterprise environment.

• Demonstrated success managing complex projects with multiple stakeholders, tight deadlines, and evolving requirements.
• Hands-on experience with capacity management and resource forecasting.

• Experience working with internal clients, executive sponsors, and external vendors.

• Proven ability to build and deliver executive-level presentations to C-suite and senior leaders.

• Strong knowledge of eLearning, blended learning, and virtual instructor-led delivery.

• Proficiencywith learning management systems, AI-enabled content development tools, and multimedia production.

• Hands-on experience managing teams that develop learning contentandcourse assets using digital learning tools (e.g., Synthesia,Articulate, Vyond, Adobe, etc.)

• Experience with data-driven decision-making and learning analytics.

• Excellent communication, organizational, and analytical skills.

• Experience leading, motivating, and developing high-performing teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience inthe insurance, financial services, or highly regulated industries.

• Certification in project management (e.g., PMP, Agile).

• Demonstrated experience leading or supporting AI transformation initiatives, including the adoption and integration of AI-enabled tools and technologies to enhance learning, content development, or business operations.

• Background in media production, including hands-on experience with video shooting, editing, and managing production with internal or external crews.

• Proventrack recordas a strong people leader, with experience building, developing, andretaininghigh-performing teams.

Key Competencies

• Strategic thinking and business acumen

• Relationship building and stakeholder management

• Executive presence and presentation skills

• People leadership and team development

• Change management and adaptability

• Innovation and continuous improvement

• Results orientation and accountability

Why Join Us?

You will have the opportunity to shape the future of learning at one of the nation’s leading insurance companies, working withcutting-edgetechnologies and a passionate team. Your leadership will directlyimpactthe growth, compliance, and operational excellence of the organization.

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Annual Salary

$91,225.00 - $172,200.00

The above annual salary range is a general guideline. Multiple factors are taken into consideration to arrive at the final hourly rate/ annual salary to be offered to the selected candidate. Factors include, but are not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the role, the selected candidate’s work experience, education and training, the work location as well as market and business considerations.

At this time, GEICO will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.

The GEICO Pledge:

Great Company:Protecting customers through life’s twists and turns with innovation and integrity.

Great Careers:Personalized development programs, mentorship, and certification assistance.

Great Culture:Inclusive and collaborative culture rooted in shared success.

Great Rewards:Competitive pay, benefits, and flexibility to support your well-being and future.

The equal employment opportunity policy of the GEICO Companies provides for a fair and equal employment opportunity for all associates and job applicants regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, disability or genetic information, in compliance with applicable federal, state and local law. GEICO hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the job to be filled.

GEICO reasonably accommodates qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to receive equal employment opportunity and/or perform the essential functions of the job, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship to the Company. This applies to all applicants and associates. GEICO also provides a work environment in which each associate is able to be productive and work to the best of their ability. We do not condone or tolerate an atmosphere of intimidation or harassment. We expect and require the cooperation of all associates in maintaining an atmosphere free from discrimination and harassment with mutual respect by and for all associates and applicants.