Senior Learning Performance Strategist

CliftonLarsonAllen LLP; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

CLA is seeking a Senior Learning Performance Strategist in Virginia to partner with Tax and People Solutions teams, designing scalable learning programs aligned with organizational goals and regulatory requirements. You’ll lead diagnostics, define KPIs, and craft competency-based paths to boost performance and client value.

You’ll apply LXP (360 Learning), Power BI analytics, and AI/automation to develop effective curricula, while coordinating with leadership on budgets and timelines.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in learning and development or performance consulting.
• Experience with adult learning principles, assessment and evaluation design, change management, and project management.
• Bachelor’s degree in Instructional Design, Organizational Development, Human Resources, Business, or related field is required.
• A combination of relevant experience, education, and training may be accepted.
• Demonstrable history of professional development in this field.
• Experience with LXP (360 Learning) and LMS platforms, analytics tools (Power BI), AI, and automation technologies.

Responsibilities

• Performance Consulting & Analysis: Conduct technology-enabled diagnostics across services, industries, and support functions to identify performance gaps.
• Implement root-cause analysis of performance gaps to propose holistic, impactful solutions.
• Collaborate with leadership to define performance metrics and analyze data for informed decision-making.
• Learning Strategy & Curriculum Design and execute learning strategies aligned with firmwide goals, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Leverage technology to accelerate the design, development and deployment of modern learning strategies.
• Develop competency- and skills-based learning paths for professionals at all levels using blended learning approaches.
• Ensure content is relevant, engaging, and tailored to professional services.
• Project Management: Define scope, schedule, and budget for learning projects.
• Coordinate cross-functional planning and monitor risks; elevate to leadership as needed.
• Engagement & Collaboration Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure programs meet technical, quality, and regulatory standards.
• Advise on best practices and support change management communications.
• Serve as a trusted advisor on learning solutions that drive employee performance and engagement, business outcomes, and client value.
• Measurement & Innovation In conjunction with Learning Operations, define KPIs and use analytics to assess learning effectiveness and business impact.
• Continuously refine programs based on feedback, metrics, and industry trends.
• Stay current with trends in digital learning, professional development, and accounting education.
• Support rollout of performance management systems and tools.

Skills

Adult learning

Assessment design

Change management

Project management

LXP (360 Learning)

Power BI analytics

AI & automation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Instructional Design / Organizational Development / HR / Business

Tools

360 Learning

Power BI

AI and automation technologies

Job description

CLA is a top 10 national professional services firm where our purpose is to create opportunities every day, for our clients, our people, and our communities through industry-focused wealth advisory, digital, audit, tax, consulting, and outsourcing services. Even with more than 8,500 people, 130 U.S. locations, and a global reach, we promise to know you and help you. CLA is dedicated to building a culture that invites different beliefs and perspectives to the table, so we can truly know and help our clients, communities, and each other. CLA is currently seeking a strategic, innovative Senior Learning Performance Strategist to partner with Tax and other business leaders, People Solutions (HR), and learning teams to design innovative, scalable programs that align with organizational goals and foster a culture of continuous learning. This role aligns learning programs to business priorities, regulatory requirements, and market trends, enabling professionals to deliver exceptional client service and maintain a competitive edge.

How you’ll create opportunities in this Senior Learning Performance Strategist role:

Performance Consulting & Analysis: Conduct technology-enabled diagnostics across services, industries, and support functions to identify performance gaps.

Implement root-cause analysis of performance gaps to propose holistic, impactful solutions.

Collaborate with leadership to define performance metrics and analyze data for informed decision-making.

Learning Strategy & Curriculum Design and execute learning strategies aligned with firmwide goals, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.

Leverage technology to accelerate the design, development and deployment of modern learning strategies.

Develop competency- and skills-based learning paths for professionals at all levels using blended learning approaches.

Ensure content is relevant, engaging, and tailored to professional services.

Project Management: Define scope, schedule, and budget for learning projects.

Coordinate cross-functional planning and monitor risks; elevate to leadership as needed.

Engagement & Collaboration Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure programs meet technical, quality, and regulatory standards.

Advise on best practices and support change management communications.

Serve as a trusted advisor on learning solutions that drive employee performance and engagement, business outcomes, and client value.

Measurement & Innovation In conjunction with Learning Operations, define KPIs and use analytics to assess learning effectiveness and business impact.

Continuously refine programs based on feedback, metrics, and industry trends.

Stay current with trends in digital learning, professional development, and accounting education.

Support rollout of performance management systems and tools.

What you will need:

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in learning and development or performance consulting.
• Experience in adult learning principles, assessment and evaluation design, change management, and project management.
• Bachelor’s degree in Instructional Design, Organizational Development, Human Resources, Business, or related field is required.
• A combination of relevant experience, education, and training may be accepted.
• Demonstrable history of professional development in this field.
• Experience with LXP (360 Learning) and LMS platforms, analytics tools (Power BI), AI, and automation technologies.

Travel Requirements

Occasional travel may be required (<10% travel).

Our approach to compensation emphasizes collaboration and career growth. We pay competitive wages and view compensation as an investment in our people. Factors such as geography, experience, education, skills, and knowledge may impact position of pay within the range. The compensation range for this position in Illinois is: $67,000.00 – $119,000.00 The compensation range for this position in Virginia is: $85,000.00 – $128,000.00 The compensation range for this position in Colorado is: $73,000.00 – $119,000.00 The compensation range for this position in Minnesota is: $67,000.00 – $115,000.00

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Wellness at CLA

To support our CLA family members, we focus on their physical, financial, social, and emotional well-being and offer comprehensive benefit options that include health, dental, vision, 401k and much more. To view a complete list of benefits, click here. Wellness is shaped by our promise to know you and help you. We create opportunities for our people to live well and be happy by focusing on their physical, financial, social, and emotional well-being. Click here to learn more about CLA’s benefit offerings.

About CLA

About CLA CLA exists to create opportunities for our clients, our people, and our communities through industry-focused wealth advisory, digital, audit, tax, consulting, and outsourcing services. With nearly 9,000 people, more than 120 locations, and a global vision, we promise to know you and help you. For more information visit our website. Investment advisory services are offered through CliftonLarsonAllen Wealth Advisors, LLC, an SEC-registered investment advisor. CLA's Privacy Policy CLA's privacy policy is available to be viewed on our website. Click here to see the full policy.

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