Learning & Talent Specialist

Responsibilities

• Identify training and talent development needs by evaluating individual and organizational strengths, skill gaps, and future capability requirements
• Translate business, performance, and succession requirements into learning and development interventions that prepare employees for the next level in their career path
• Design and manage individual development plans (IDPs) aligned with performance reviews and career progression frameworks
• Build and oversee the annual learning and talent development roadmap, including technical, behavioral, leadership, and career‑readiness programs
• Develop or oversee the production of classroom handouts, instructional materials, learning aids, facilitator guides, and digital content
• Direct structured learning experiences such as workshops, coaching programs, mentoring initiatives, and stretch assignments, and monitor their effectiveness
• Partner with managers and HR leadership to support succession planning, leadership pipelines, and high‑potential (HiPo) employee development
• Acclimate new hires by designing and delivering comprehensive onboarding and orientation programs that reinforce culture, values, and performance expectations
• Deliver instructor‑led, virtual, and blended learning programs across diverse employee populations
• Assess training and development effectiveness using qualitative and quantitative methods to ensure skill application, behavioral change, and performance impact
• Track career progression, promotion readiness, and skill growth metrics to evaluate impact of talent development initiatives
• Periodically evaluate and update learning and development programs to align with evolving business strategies and workforce priorities
• Stay abreast of new trends, tools, and best practices in learning, leadership development, career management, and talent development
• Serve as a learning and career development advisor to employees and people managers

• Proven experience designing and delivering learning and talent development programs in a corporate or professional services environment
• Strong expertise in instructional design theory, adult learning principles, and career development methodologies
• Demonstrated ability to manage the full training and development lifecycle, including needs analysis, implementation, evaluation, and continuous improvement
• Hands‑on experience supporting career development frameworks, leadership development, and succession planning initiatives
• Adequate knowledge of learning management systems (LMS) and talent management platforms
• Familiarity with traditional and modern learning solutions, including coaching, mentoring, e‑learning, blended learning, and experiential development
• Ability to conduct cost‑benefit analysis and calculate training and development ROI
• Strong consulting, facilitation, and stakeholder management skills
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and decision‑making abilities
• Ability to communicate and present complex information clearly to diverse audiences and leadership levels
• Proficiency in MS Office and database tools; experience with HR or talent analytics tools preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Training, Human Resources, Organizational Development, or a related field (Master’s degree or relevant certification is a plus)