Director of Learning

Role SummaryThe Director of Learning will be responsible for defining, leading, and executing the organization's enterprise learning strategy, ensuring the development of high-impact learning solutions that strengthen leadership capabilities, accelerate workforce development, and support the company's strategic business objectives. This executive role combines extensive expertise in Learning & Development, organizational capability building, leadership development, talent strategy, and business partnership, serving as a trusted advisor to senior leadership while fostering a culture of continuous learning and innovation.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and execute the organization's enterprise learning strategy aligned with business priorities and long-term organizational goals.Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of leadership development, learning, and capability-building initiatives across all levels of the organization.Partner with executive leadership and business stakeholders to identify organizational capability gaps and develop strategic learning solutions.Drive enterprise-wide learning transformation initiatives, including upskilling, reskilling, digital learning, and leadership succession programs.Establish learning metrics, evaluate program effectiveness, and measure business impact and return on investment (ROI).Oversee the design and delivery of executive education, leadership academies, coaching, mentoring, and talent development programs.Foster a culture of continuous learning by leveraging innovative learning technologies, instructional methodologies, and industry best practices.Lead and develop the Learning & Development team while managing external learning vendors, consultants, universities, and strategic partners.Stay current on emerging trends in leadership development, organizational learning, talent management, and workforce transformation.Profile RequirementsPhD, Doctorate, or advanced Master's degree in Human Resources, Education, Organizational Psychology, Organizational Development, Business Administration, or another relevant discipline.15+ years of progressive experience in senior Learning & Development, Organizational Development, Talent Management, Human Resources, or Learning Transformation leadership roles.Proven experience designing and leading enterprise-wide learning and leadership development strategies.Experience within private-sector organizations, preferably in pharmaceutical, healthcare, biotechnology, financial services, or professional services industries.Strong background partnering with executive leadership and leading organizational transformation initiatives.Demonstrated experience managing learning budgets, learning technologies (LMS/LXP), external vendors, and cross-functional teams.Strong business acumen with the ability to align learning investments with organizational performance.Exceptional executive presence with the ability to influence stakeholders at the C-suite and Board levels.Key CompetenciesStrategic Leadership and Business AcumenLearning Strategy and Organizational Capability DevelopmentExecutive Influence and Stakeholder ManagementLeadership Development and Succession PlanningOrganizational Change and TransformationTalent Development and Workforce Capability BuildingInnovation and Continuous ImprovementResults Orientation and Data-Driven Decision MakingExecutive Communication and Relationship Building