Senior Learning & Development Leader

Aarete; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Flexible PTO (up to 23 days)

Comprehensive health benefits

Parental leave

Certification reimbursement

Job summary

AArete is seeking an experienced Learning & Development Manager with 10+ years of expertise to shape enterprise-wide learning strategies and leadership programs. You will manage LMS platforms, design targeted training, and partner with leaders to drive business performance.

The role oversees onboarding, blended learning, and ROI measurement, while leading budgets and external vendor relationships in a hybrid work setting.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in Learning & Development or Talent Development.
• Experience designing leadership development and capability-building initiatives.
• Experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS) and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the organization’s L&D strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Identify training gaps through stakeholder discussions and performance data.
• Design and implement leadership development and functional programs.
• Manage end-to-end learning lifecycle: planning, content, delivery, evaluation, reporting.
• Oversee onboarding programs and curate digital learning content.
• Drive blended learning, e-learning, microlearning, and ILT initiatives.
• Evaluate training effectiveness with metrics and ROI.

Skills

LMS

Stakeholder mgmt

Leadership development

Curriculum design

Training programs

Budget management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree / MBA in HR

Tools

LMS platforms

Job description

AArete is seeking an experienced Learning & Development Manager with 10+ years of expertise to shape enterprise-wide learning strategies and leadership programs. You will manage LMS platforms, design targeted training, and partner with leaders to drive business performance.

The role oversees onboarding, blended learning, and ROI measurement, while leading budgets and external vendor relationships in a hybrid work setting.