Senior Talent & Learning Specialist

Catapult Employers Association; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Catapult is seeking a Senior Talent & Learning Specialist to join the HR team in Charlotte, NC. This onsite role partners with the VP of Human Resources to design and deliver talent and learning programs.

Ideal candidates have 3–6 years in HR with a focus on learning, development, and program administration; proficiency with LMS/HRIS and strong project management are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Organizational Development, Business Administration, or related field.
• 3–6 years of progressive HR experience with learning & development, HR program administration, or generalist responsibilities.
• Experience designing, coordinating, or facilitating training for both hourly and salaried employees.
• Experience with LMS, HRIS, and Microsoft Office; ability to manage multiple HR programs.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the VP of Human Resources to execute HR priorities, manage projects, and communicate plans and risks.
• Design, coordinate, and improve learning and development programs including onboarding and manager development.
• Identify capability gaps with leaders and develop practical learning solutions; support training facilitation and events.
• Manage L&D content and resources via platforms like SharePoint and learning portals.
• Coordinate the annual performance review process including timelines, communications, and system administration.
• Support talent management initiatives such as development planning, succession planning, and employee engagement.
• Own HR projects from planning through execution, developing plans and tracking deliverables.
• Create tools, templates, and processes to improve HR efficiency and employee experience.
• Partner with HR and Safety to integrate safety training into onboarding and development.
• Serve as a trusted HR resource to managers and employees with confidentiality.

Skills

Learning & development

HR program administration

HR generalist responsibilities

Project management

Communication

Relationship building

Confidentiality management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

LMS

HRIS

Microsoft Office

Job description

At Catapult, we are supporting our member, Truly Good Foods, in their search for a Senior Talent & Learning Specialist. This is an onsite role in Charlotte, NC with occasional travel to support plant operations and HR initiatives.

About The Role

We are looking for a Senior Talent & Learning Specialist to join our HR team and serve as a key partner to the VP of Human Resources. This role is ideal for a proactive, highly organized HR professional who combines strong generalist skills with a genuine passion for learning and development.

You’ll play a hands-on role in designing and delivering talent and learning programs while helping execute broader HR priorities. The right person is a thoughtful problem-solver who anticipates needs, brings recommendations-not just problems- and takes ownership from start to finish.

What You’ll Do

• Partner closely with the VP of Human Resources to execute HR priorities, manage projects, prepare communications and materials, and proactively identify risks and opportunities.
• Lead the design, coordination, and continuous improvement of learning and development programs, including onboarding, manager development, and role-specific learning.
• Partner with leaders and managers to identify capability gaps and develop practical learning solutions; support training facilitation, workshops, and learning events.
• Manage the organization’s L&D content and resources through platforms such as SharePoint and Truly University, ensuring content remains current and accessible.
• Coordinate the annual performance review process, including timelines, communications, system administration, reporting, and manager support.
• Support talent management initiatives including development planning, goal setting, succession planning, talent reviews, employee engagement, and recognition programs.
• Own HR projects from planning through execution, developing project plans, tracking deliverables, coordinating communications, and keeping stakeholders informed.
• Build practical tools, templates, and processes that improve HR efficiency and the employee experience.
• Partner with HR and Safety leaders to integrate safety and compliance training into onboarding and development programs.
• Serve as a trusted and credible HR resource to managers and employees across the organization while maintaining strict confidentiality.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 3-6 years of progressive HR experience, with demonstrated experience in learning & development, HR program administration, and/or HR generalist responsibilities.
• Experience designing, coordinating, or facilitating training for both hourly and salaried employees.
• Experience supporting HR programs such as performance management, onboarding, employee engagement, or talent development.
• Experience partnering directly with a senior HR leader and independently managing projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with an LMS and online learning platforms; proficiency with HRIS and Microsoft Office.
• Strong project management, organization, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Sound judgment and the ability to handle confidential employee information with discretion and professionalism.
• A solutions-oriented mindset, strong follow-through, and the ability to manage competing priorities.

Preferred Qualifications

• SHRM-CP, PHR, CPTD, or similar HR/L&D certification, or active progress toward certification.
• Experience in manufacturing, food & beverage, distribution, CPG, or another operational environment.
• Experience supporting a multi-site or plant-based workforce.
• Familiarity with instructional design principles or adult learning theory.
• Experience with talent management or performance management systems.
• Conversational Spanish is a plus.

Why This Role?

This is an opportunity to have a meaningful impact on how employees learn, grow, and succeed across the organization. You’ll have significant ownership of L&D and talent programs while working closely with senior HR leadership and leaders throughout the business.

If you’re an HR professional who is organized, curious, collaborative, and energized by helping people develop, we’d love to hear from you.

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