Leadership Development Manager

Overview

Signature Aviation is elevating leadership excellence across our global network. We’re seeking a Leadership Development Manager who will design, build, and scale engaging learning experiences that upskill our team members so they achieve their highest leadership potential. You’ll translate leader expectations into a practical framework and multi level journeys (from emerging leaders to the C suite).

• 7–10 years in Leadership Development/L&D with end-to-end program ownership (analysis, design, development, delivery, and measurement), ideally in multisite, safety critical, or service operations environments.
• Proven ability to translate strategy into skill development and behavior change (skills framework, assessment, performance systems).
• Mastery of experience design: blended learning, cohort programs, immersive simulations, coaching, and on-the-job sprints that move real business metrics.
• Measurement expertise:
  Kirkpatrick/Phillips ROI, pulse surveys, and business impact analytics (Power BI/Tableau; Excel).
• Tools: LMS/LXP (e.g., Cornerstone, Ed Cast), authoring (Articulate/Rise), collaboration (M365/Teams), survey platforms.
• Exceptional storytelling & facilitation; stakeholder management across Operations, Safety, HR, and Finance.
• Bachelor’s degree required;
  Master’s in OD/IO Psych/HRD/Business or related field preferred.

• Translate Signature Aviation’s leadership expectations into a clear, scalable leadership capability framework and multi-level development paths (emerging to executive).
• Partner with HR, Talent, and business leaders to identify future leadership needs and ensure alignment with business priorities.
• Design and curate innovative leadership programs, workshops, and blended learning experiences that are practical, experiential, and role relevant.
• Build competency-based learning journeys using modern methods such as digital learning, microlearning, cohort experiences, coaching, and applied learning.
• Develop assessments, diagnostics, and leadership tools that help leaders understand strengths and development areas.
• Facilitate engaging leadership workshops and cohort programs for leaders at all levels.
• Train and enable internal facilitators, people leaders, and subject matter experts to deliver content consistently across the global network.
• Partner with external vendors, universities, and learning providers as needed.
• Serve as a trusted advisor on leadership development trends, methods, and best practices.
• Define success metrics for leadership programs and evaluate impact using data, feedback, and business outcomes.
• Continuously refine programs based on learner engagement, effectiveness, and evolving business needs; benchmark against industry standards.
• Manage the full lifecycle of leadership programs, from design and launch to sustainment and continuous improvement.
• Oversee vendor relationships, budgets, timelines, and resource planning to ensure high quality execution.
• Ensure learning solutions are scalable and effective across a global, distributed workforce.