COUNTRY Financial
Learning and Development Manager
Sigma
Six Sigma
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COUNTRY Financial is hiring a Learning and Development Manager. This role leads the design and execution of enterprise-wide learning and talent development initiatives aligned with organizational strategy, drives workforce capability enhancements, and manages multiple complex projects and stakeholder relationships to improve performance and engagement.
Highlights
- Leads design, execution, and evaluation of learning and development initiatives across the enterprise.
- Manages talent development programs including succession planning, performance management, and leadership development.
- Oversees blended learning delivery methods and manages external vendors and learning platforms.
- Utilizes metrics and workforce analytics to measure program impact and inform strategic decisions.
- Leads change management and adoption strategies for talent initiatives.
- Requires 8+ years of relevant experience with management responsibilities.
- Proficient in digital learning technologies, data-driven reporting, and project management.
- Strong skills in mentoring, strategic workforce planning, consulting, and executive communication.
- Base salary range: $114,000-$156,750 plus eligibility for a short-term incentive plan.
- Preferred certifications include SHRM-SCP/CP, ATD APTD/CPTD, Hogan coaching, and Lean/Six Sigma/change management.
Learning and Development Manager Full Description
Learning and Development Manager
Hybrid
Bloomington, IL
Full time
Experience more with a career at COUNTRY Financial!
We’re excited you’re interested in a career at COUNTRY as we strive toward our vision - to enrich lives in the communities we serve. Our footprint spans coast to coast. But more important than where we operate, is the people who do the work. Apply today to help our organization grow and make a difference for our clients.
About the role
Leads the design, execution and evaluation of enterprise-wide learning and talent development initiatives, aligned to organizational strategy. Collaborates across the enterprise to assess needs, define priorities, and deliver innovative, cohesive, scalable learning and development solutions to meet those needs. Advances the talent strategy by integrating learning, development and workforce capabilities into a cohesive operating model that drives engagement and sustained organizational performance. Translates business strategy into actionable roadmaps while managing program performance, resources and outcomes.
How does this role make an impact?
- Designs and evolves the enterprise learning and development operating model, including governance, decision rights, roles and processes to enable consistency, scalability and business aligned execution.
- Manages talent development programs and processes, such as talent assessment, succession planning, performance management and leadership development.
- Oversees the selection, development and delivery of learning solutions, including instructor-led, virtual, blended, and digital learning experiences. Manages external vendors, consultants, and learning platforms as applicable.
- Establishes and governs enterprise talent and learning metrics, leveraging insights and workforce analytics to inform decision-making, assess capability gaps, measure impact and demonstrate return on investment.
- Leads change management and adoption strategies for enterprise talent initiatives, ensuring alignment, engagement, and sustained behavior change across the organization.
- Leads and prioritizes multiple complex initiatives simultaneously, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
- Manages external vendors, consultants, and learning platforms as applicable.
- Provides coaching, guidance, and mentorship to team members and stakeholders. Ensures learning and development practices align with best practices, organizational values, and relevant compliance requirements.
- Delivers executive-level presentations and recommendations to influence decision-making and drive adoption.
- Manages the implementation and maintenance of disaster recovery plans and activities in assigned areas. Maintains current contact information for all employees in applicable areas and communicates with non-recovery employees during a disaster.
Do you have what we're looking for?
- Typically requires 8+ years of relevant experience or a combination of related experience, education and training, including management experience.
- Experience developing and implementing talent and learning strategy.
- Proven track record of mentoring and coaching employees and teams to improve performance, develop skills, and achieve career goals.
- Knowledge of leadership development and adult learning principles.
- Strategic workforce planning and capability modeling experience.
- Demonstrated skills in consulting and stakeholder influence.
- Excellent project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, organize efficiently, establish priorities and attend to details.
- Data analysis, analytics, and evaluation skills.
- Proficient in learning technology, digital learning solutions and data-driven reporting for training effectiveness.
- Strong leadership skills, including the ability to develop and motivate others, delegate effectively and lead through change, ambiguity and conflict.
- Exceptional executive communication and facilitation skills.
- Experience managing vendors and budgets.
The following are preferred:
- SHRM‑SCP / SHRM‑CP designation or equivalent
- ATD APTD / CPTD
- Hogan coaching certification
- Lean, Six Sigma, or change management certification
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Base Pay Range:$114,000-$156,750
The base pay range represents the typical range of potential salary offers for candidates hired. Factors used to determine your actual salary include your specific skills, qualifications and experience.
Incentive Pay:
In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for a Short-Term Incentive plan.
Why work with us?
Our employees and representatives serve nearly one million households with our diverse range of personal and business insurance products as well as retirement and investment services. We build relationships and work together to create a stronger, more secure future for our clients and our communities. We’re a big company, yet small enough you can make an impact and won’t get lost in the shuffle. You’ll have the opportunity to learn and grow throughout your career, either within this role or by exploring other areas of our business.
You’ll be able to take advantage of our benefits package, which includes insurance benefits (medical, dental, vision, disability, and life), 401(k) with company match.
COUNTRY Financial is committed to providing equal opportunity in all areas of employment, and in providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin, disability, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.
Come join our team at COUNTRY today!
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