Senior Learning & Development Professional

Devon Energy Corp.; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Devon Energy Corp. in Oklahoma City is seeking a Sr. Learning & Development Professional to design and deliver leadership programs, partner with senior leaders, and build leadership pipelines. You will lead cohort-based experiences and coaching interventions to strengthen management effectiveness.

You will leverage data to measure program ROI, align development with business goals, and support organizational transformation, with travel up to 20% as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years designing and delivering leadership development programs across multiple levels.
• Knowledge of leadership frameworks and coaching models.
• Experience with talent processes, progression planning, and high-potential development.

Responsibilities

• Create and facilitate leadership experiences such as cohort programs and coaching interventions.
• Partner with senior leadership to build leadership pipelines and development strategies.
• Integrate leadership development with performance and engagement processes.
• Leverage data and dashboards to measure program impact and ROI.
• Lead change management initiatives to support organizational transformation.

Skills

Leadership Development

Stakeholder Influence

Data Analytics

Curriculum Design

Coaching

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

LMS

Job description

At Devon, we will offer you a career full of energy and unmatched opportunities to solve today's greatest challenges. Innovation, creative problem-solving and positive change happen when people step out of their comfort zone and think differently. Our values, workplace practices, wellness programs, benefits and compensation are aimed at helping employees manage their unique personal life and care for their families so they can focus on contributing to the fullest.

Job Profile Summary:

The Sr. Learning & Development Professional serves as a subject matter expert, leading the design and delivery of comprehensive professional and leadership development programs while liaising on technical training initiatives. This role plays a critical part in building leadership capability across the organization by designing scalable programs that strengthen current and emerging leaders, enhance management effectiveness, and support progression planning. This position partners closely with business leaders to assess skill gaps, identify learning and leadership development needs, and implement targeted solutions that build both individual and organizational capability.

As part of the Human Resources team, the Sr. Learning & Development Professional will report to the Director of Organizational Development and will collaborate with business leaders, HR team members, and subject matter experts to advance the organization's leadership and talent development strategy.

This position is located on-site in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Job Requirements:

• Create and facilitate leadership experiences such as cohort-based programs, action learning, and coaching interventions
• Partner with senior leadership to identify and build leadership pipelines and high-potential talent development strategies
• Integrate leadership development with talent processes (performance management, progression planning, employee engagement)
• Leverage data and analytics to measure program effectiveness, leadership bench strength, and ROI of development initiatives
• Lead and support change management initiatives, ensuring leaders are equipped to drive organizational transformation
• Develop and maintain a leadership competency model aligned with business strategy
• Coach leaders and managers to enhance individual and team effectiveness
• Develop a strong understanding and appreciation of the company's organizational structure, culture, and business objectives to develop best practices and implement programs that are aligned with, and reinforce, the company's organizational goals

Skills & Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience designing and delivering leadership development programs or curricula across multiple leadership levels
• Knowledge of leadership frameworks (e.g., situational leadership, coaching models, emotional intelligence)
• Experience with talent management processes, including progression planning and high-potential development
• Strong consulting and influencing skills, with the ability to challenge and guide senior leaders
• Experience using learning data, metrics, and dashboards to drive decisions and demonstrate impact
• Experience leading cross-functional or enterprise-wide initiatives
• Change management experience or certification preferred, but not required (e.g., Prosci, ADKAR)
• Coaching experience or certification preferred, but not required (e.g., ICF, internal coaching programs)
• Professional L&D certification(s) preferred, but not required (e.g., ATD, CIPD, Birkman, FranklinCovey, CCL)
• Experience in the oil & gas industry is a plus

Education Requirements:

Bachelor's degree required, preferably in human resources, or a related field.

Travel Requirements

Percent of Travel Required: 20%

Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.

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