Principal HR Learning & Development

MathWorks; Natick (MA); On-site; USD 126,900 - 203,000; Full time

Job summary

MathWorks is seeking a Principal HR Learning & Development professional to enhance organizational effectiveness through impactful learning experiences. The role involves partnering with HR leaders to design and deliver leadership development strategies and innovative training solutions.

The successful candidate will have a Bachelor's degree, 10 years of experience in Learning & Development, and expertise in delivering programs across diverse audiences. This position is based in Natick, Massachusetts and offers competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• 10 years of professional work experience in Learning & Development.
• Expertise in designing and facilitating programs for global audiences.
• Ability to develop innovative learning solutions and evaluate program effectiveness.

Responsibilities

• Partner with HR leaders to analyze business needs and design targeted learning solutions.
• Design and deliver leadership and manager development programs.
• Continuously evaluate and enhance learning initiatives based on feedback.

Skills

Leadership development expertise

Program management

Performance consulting

Effective communication

Workshop facilitation

AI and emerging technologies

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Principal HR Learning & Development

• Job: 37259-JPER
• Team: Human Resources
• Location: US-MA-Natick
• Salary Range: USD 126,900 - 203,000

Job Summary

As a member of the HR Learning and Development team, this role partners in the design and delivery of professional and leadership development strategies that build capability across a global workforce. Blending performance consulting, program management, and facilitation expertise, the position creates impactful learning experiences that support leader growth and organizational effectiveness.

Responsibilities

• Partner with HR Business Partners and business leaders for performance consulting to understand and analyze the needs of the business; design targeted high-impact, learning solutions to improve organizational effectiveness.
• Partner on the design and delivery of leadership and manager development programs including the planning and oversight of the program.
• Develop innovative approaches and customize solutions across modalities (in-person, virtual, hybrid, on-demand) to reinforce learning and support worldwide staff development.
• Continuously evaluate program effectiveness and drive enhancements based on feedback and business needs.
• Partner with functional L&D teams across MathWorks to ensure alignment of learning initiatives with organizational goals and to share best practices in training and delivery.
• Leverage emerging tools and AI-driven approaches to enhance learning design, delivery, personalization, and scalability.

Minimum Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree and 10 years of professional work experience (or equivalent experience) is required.

Additional Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, master’s degree preferred.
• 10 years’ experience in Learning & Development, with expertise in leadership development.
• Experience working with global audiences and delivering programs across regions.
• Experience in design and facilitating virtual and in-person workshops in the areas of leadership, management, communication skills, team and staff development, and other business skills.
• Development of self-serve resources, to support onboarding, professional and development needs.
• Highly skilled in delivering presentations and facilitating meetings (including online and distance delivery experience) with global audiences.
• Familiarity with AI and emerging technologies in Learning & Development.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt in a dynamic environment.