LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT MANAGER

Our storyStrada is a technology-enabled, people powered company committed to delivering world-class payroll, human capital management, and financial management solutions to organizations globally.With a team of more than 8,000 experts and over 30 years of expertise, Strada blends leading-edge technology with human ingenuity to help businesses across the globe design and deliver at scale. Supporting over 1,400 customers in 33 countries, Strada partners with customers at every stage of their journey, to help drive their vision forward.It’s why we’re so driven to connect passion with purpose. Our team’s experience in human insights and cloud technology gives companies and employees around the world the ability to power confident decisions, for life.With a comprehensive total rewards package, continuing education and training, and tremendous potential with a growing global organization, Strada is the perfect place to put your passion to work.To learn more about us, visit stradaglobal.comAbout the roleWe are looking for an experienced Learning & Development (L&D) Manager to join our Talent Development to help drive Strada’s success through our development approach.As the L&D Manager you will be responsible for designing and implementing learning and development programs with a focus on capability and skill-building.You will collaborate and consult with various stakeholders across the organization to identify learning needs, create engaging and effective learning solutions, and monitor and report on the learning outcomes and impact.This role includes ownership of the Learning Management System (LMS): you will ensure its effective configuration and utilization to enhance employee learning experiences and track development progress.You will plan, coordinate and partner with Talent Development and Talent Operations for LMS governance, release activities, learning content planning, tracking, curation, and reporting from an L&D perspective.This is a global role that requires excellent communication, project management, and problem-solving skills, as well as a strong knowledge of learning and development best practices and trends.ResponsibilitiesWork closely with the HR team and stakeholders in the business to understand the learning needs and goals of the company.Design and develop effective and engaging learning solutions and recommend development strategies that meet the needs of diverse and global learners.Execute all aspects of learning / leadership programs, including needs analysis, design, development, delivery, and evaluation, ensuring that programs are implemented according to time and budget constraints.Contribute to a culture of continuous development and monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of L&D programs and platforms.Partner with the Talent Operations team and oversee the day-to-day operations of the LMS, including but not limited to, user management, course creation and assignment, content upload and update, system integration and testing, troubleshooting, and technical support.Ensure the LMS is compliant with the company's policies, standards, and regulations, as well as the latest security and accessibility requirements.Develop and implement LMS policies, procedures, and guidelines, and provide training and guidance to LMS users, administrators, and instructors.Support external vendor and content management strategy to ensure globally relevant content and learning experiences are available for Strada employees.Research and recommend new features, functionalities, and enhancements for the LMS, and stay updated on the latest learning and development trends and technologies.Maintain oversight of LMS to ensure best practice in system management and tool integrations.Supervise and mentor the Talent Operations team, providing feedback as appropriate.QualificationsAt least 5 years’ experience of designing, developing, delivering, and evaluating learning programs and solutions, using various instructional design models, methodologies, and tools. Specific experience in designing and delivering manager development programs and building effective onboarding programs preferred.Knowledge of learning and development best practices and trends, such as blended learning, microlearning, gamification, adaptive learning, skill-based training etc.Experience of implementing, managing and administering LMS platforms, preferably in a global and large-scale organization.Proficient in using e-learning authoring tools, such as Articulate, Captivate, or similar.Knowledge of learning and development global standards and regulations, such as SCORM, xAPI, AICC, GDPR, etc.Excellent communication, presentation / facilitation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse and global teams and stakeholders.Excellent project management, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.Learning and development certifications, such as CPTM, CPLP, CPTD, CTP, or similar, are preferred.Coaching qualification and practical experience of coaching employees to support a developmental need is preferred.BenefitsWe offer programs and plans for a healthy mind, body, wallet and life because it’s important our benefits care for the whole person. Options include a variety of health coverage options, wellbeing and support programs, retirement, vacation and sick leave, maternity, paternity & adoption leave, continuing education and training as well as a number of voluntary benefit options.By applying for a position with Strada, you understand that, should you be made an offer, it will be contingent on your undergoing and successfully completing a background check consistent with Strada’s employment policies. Background checks may include some or all the following based on the nature of the position: SSN/SIN validation, education verification, employment verification, and criminal check, search against global sanctions and government watch lists, credit check, and/or drug test. You will be notified during the hiring process which checks are required by the position.Our commitment to Diversity and InclusionStrada is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We celebrate differences and believe in fostering an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported. We know that diverse teams are stronger, more innovative, and more successful.At Strada, we welcome and embrace all individuals, regardless of their background, and are dedicated to creating a culture that enables every employee to thrive. Join us in building a brighter, more inclusive future.Diversity Policy StatementStrada is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against anyone based on sex, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital or domestic partner status, citizenship, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristics or conduct covered by federal, state or local law. In addition, we take affirmative action to employ and advance in the employment of qualified minorities, women, disabled persons, disabled veterans and other covered veterans.Strada provides reasonable accommodations to the known limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants for employment with disabilities and sincerely held religious beliefs, practices and observances, unless doing so would result in undue hardship. Applicants for employment may request a reasonable accommodation/modification by contacting his/her recruiter.Authorization to work in the Employing CountryApplicants for employment in the country in which they are applying (Employing Country) must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the Employing Country and with Strada.Note, this job description does not restrict management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities of this job to other entities; including but not limited to subsidiaries, partners, or purchasers of Strada business units.