Strategic Learning & Development Partner

Morningstar, Inc.; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

Health insurance

Dental & Vision

Short/Long-term disability

Sabbatical program

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Mentorship opportunities

Job summary

Morningstar, Inc. is seeking an experienced Learning & Development Partner in Chicago to design and deliver engaging learning experiences and to consult with senior stakeholders on strategy. The role blends practitioner and partner duties to build lasting capability across the organization.

The ideal candidate brings 3+ years in L&D, strong facilitation, and experience with eLearning and live training. A consultative mindset and collaboration with multiple teams are essential for success.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of learning & development across design, delivery and stakeholder engagement.
• Experience as an internal L&D consultant: needs analyses and independent solutions.
• Facilitation skills both in-person and virtual for varied audiences.
• Experience designing both eLearning and live training programs.
• Strong communication skills with senior leaders and diverse teams.
• Solid project management to handle priorities and progress updates.
• Familiarity with an LMS; Cornerstone OnDemand preferred.
• Knowledge of instructional design and adult learning theory.
• Proficiency in MS Office and virtual delivery platforms (Teams/Zoom).
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Consult with business units to diagnose capability gaps and recommend learning solutions.
• Build relationships with senior stakeholders and HR partners.
• Design learning experiences across formats: digital, instructor-led, blended.
• Translate business needs into clear learning objectives and outcomes.
• Create storyboards, scripts, facilitator guides, and participant materials.
• Facilitate workshops and training sessions for varied audiences.
• Collaborate with SMEs and external facilitators to deliver programs.
• Manage program logistics, communications, and participant experience end-to-end.
• Run multiple concurrent L&D projects with timelines and updates.
• Ensure content reflects Morningstar's values and culture.

Skills

L&D experience across design, delivery

Internal L&D consulting

Facilitation skills

eLearning & live training design

Clear communication at all levels

Project management

LMS knowledge (Cornerstone OnDemand)

Instructional design principles

MS Office & virtual delivery (Teams/ZO

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Cornerstone OnDemand

Job description

Morningstar, Inc. is seeking an experienced Learning & Development Partner in Chicago to design and deliver engaging learning experiences and to consult with senior stakeholders on strategy. The role blends practitioner and partner duties to build lasting capability across the organization.

The ideal candidate brings 3+ years in L&D, strong facilitation, and experience with eLearning and live training. A consultative mindset and collaboration with multiple teams are essential for success.