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The Learning Solutions Specialist role will drive key learning design and development initiatives to align with business goals. The individual hired will partner with subject matter experts and lead stakeholder relationships to build interactive solutions through a variety of delivery methods. These learning solutions support the development of Spencer Stuart employees across all office locations.

Creativity and innovation are encouraged, with the freedom to explore cutting edge learning approaches. Learning content spans across a wide range of skill areas ranging from system training on Spencer Stuart’s propriety software to professional development. This role partners with internal Learning and Development regional delivery partners to deploy and deliver the solutions.

KEY RELATIONSHIPS

Reports to

Global Curriculum and Leadership Advisory Services Learning & Development Lead

Other key relationships

Extended Learning & Development team

Subject Matter Experts

Project Stakeholders

Services Management Team

Position location

Chicago

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Partner with global stakeholders, SMEs, and extended Learning and Development leaders to define business requirements and priorities
Lead needs analysis and design solutions to build capabilities within the firm
Design, develop, and maintain learning solutions across a variety of delivery methods to achieve desired performance: eLearning, classroom, virtual sessions, reference guides, videos, coaching guides, and other performance support materials
Develop with an iterative approach to regularly incorporate stakeholder and user input
Evolve the Learning & Development function by establishing best practices, tools, and templates.
Help advance our learning approach through the identification and integration of new learning concepts, methods, and tools
Focus on continuous professional development to encourage self and others to stay current with latest industry standards and advancements

The Learning Solutions Specialist is a results-oriented individual with a demonstrated ability to lead multiple, complex initiatives and build innovative global solutions in a professional environment. The role partners professionally with business stakeholders and subject matter experts across the firm to ensure quality and impactful solutions. The Specialist has strong interpersonal skills in both stakeholder interactions and team interactions along with a capability and willingness to interact with stakeholders and third-party vendors on a regular basis.

IDEAL EXPERIENCE

University Graduate

A bachelor’s degree is required.

A minimum of 5-7 years of experience in a professional setting

Preferably with 4-6 years of experience as in-house learning and development professional or learning industry vendor.

Language

Fluency in English (written and spoken); additional language skills are an advantage.

CRITICAL CAPABILITIES FOR SUCCESS

Instructional Design

In a collaborative learning and development team with multiple stakeholders, drive complex initiatives and projects to create impact across the firm:

Champion and apply adult learning principles and best-in-class practices for learning and development
Design interactive and engaging global learning solutions to increase learning, retention, and application
Lead learning design and development of multiple delivery methods with a strong on-demand learning focus, specifically eLearning solutions

Project and Program Management

In an environment with competing priorities and deadlines, lead initiatives and project teams to develop and execute plans that meet requirements and ensure commitment from team members. Manage selected programs to ensure successful ongoing execution and quality:

Apply excellent project management and task management skills with a detailed, organized, and systematic approach
Balance self-directed individual work with the needs of a collaborative environment
Collaborate effectively with internal team members and stakeholders
Deliver solutions on time and with appropriate quality
Lead global deployment plans and ensure successful transitions to ongoing execution leads
Lead selected ongoing programs. Monitor evaluation and feedback. Continually assess effectiveness and prioritize needs with stakeholders. Develop improvement plans where needed

Stakeholder Management and Communication Skills

In an environment working with multiple levels of the firm across dispersed global offices, lead key stakeholder relationships and build team connections. Demonstrate strong oral, written and interpersonal communications:

Build strong, ongoing relationships with stakeholders
Engage and influence stakeholders and other leaders, tailoring communication style accordingly, and prioritizing content effectively
Write impactful learning content, presentations, and other documents customized based on unique end users’ needs
Lead project team meetings and other group discussions
Facilitate learning, when needed

OTHER PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Sound professional judgment
Strong interpersonal skills
Interest and willingness to travel, when needed

Spencer Stuart is a proud equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We are committed to non-discrimination without regard to actual or perceived race, ethnicity, creed, color, religion, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), national origin, immigration status, ancestry, age, marital status, protected veteran status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any basis prohibited under applicable federal, state or local law.

All Spencer Stuart employees in the US must be vaccinated against COVID-19. We will provide reasonable accommodations for medical, disability or religious reasons or other legally required exemptions.

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FUNDING

Private

INDUSTRY

HR Consulting

TEAM SIZE

1001-5000

LOCATION

Hybrid, based in Chicago, IL

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