Austin, TX, United States (Hybrid)

Job Description
The Leadership Development Program Lead is responsible for managing and coordinating frontline manager development programs for T&M, with primary ownership of the LEAD program. This role supports leadership development capability building through program management, implementation, and facilitation, while also partnering closely with the Talent Management Lead to support facilitation of the Let’s Lead program in North America.

The role works closely with HR Business Partners, business leaders, the Talent Management Lead, and Enterprise HR to ensure frontline manager development programs are delivered effectively, aligned to business needs, and executed with consistency and quality. This position requires strong program management, facilitation, stakeholder coordination, and execution skills.
 
In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

Program Management
•    Manage the design, coordination, implementation, and continuous improvement of the L&D development programs for T&M.
•    Oversee program logistics, timelines, materials, communications, and stakeholder alignment to ensure successful delivery.
•    Maintain a strong understanding of business and manager development needs to support relevant, practical program execution.
•    Monitor program participation, feedback, and effectiveness, and recommend enhancements to strengthen program impact.

Leadership Development Program Coordination & Facilitation
•    Lead day-to-day coordination of leadership development programs aligned to manager capability building.
•    Translate program goals into clear implementation plans, schedules, deliverables, and support materials.
•    Manage multiple program activities simultaneously while maintaining strong attention to detail and execution quality.
•    Facilitate components of the L&D programs and related learning experiences as needed.
•    Support the Talent Management Lead in North America.
•    Partner with key stakeholders to prepare facilitators, participants, materials, and follow-up activities tied to program delivery.
•    Identify and resolve operational issues that may affect successful execution.
•    Ensure program materials, session plans, and facilitation resources are prepared and delivered on time.
•    Support measurement, reporting, and continuous improvement of leadership development programs.

Stakeholder Partnership
•    Partner with HR Business Partners, business leaders, Enterprise HR, and the Talent Management Lead to support leadership development priorities.
•    Coordinate closely with the Talent Management Lead to align LEAD and Let’s Lead efforts with broader talent and business priorities.
•    Build strong relationships with stakeholders to support program engagement, communication, and adoption.
•    Serve as a point of coordination for frontline manager program delivery across North America.

Change Management and Adoption
•    Support adoption of frontline manager development programs through communication, readiness, and participant engagement efforts.
•    Reinforce leadership expectations and learning application through strong coordination and follow-through.
•    Help leaders and participants navigate program requirements, expectations, and next steps.
•    Contribute to a strong culture of manager development through consistent execution and support.

For This Role, You Will Need:
Education
•    Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Business, Education, Psychology, or a related field required.
•    Advanced degree preferred.
Experience
•    5+ years of experience in leadership development, learning and development, talent development, HR, or related disciplines.
•    Experience managing or coordinating leadership development or manager development programs.
•    Experience facilitating workshops, learning labs, or leadership programs.
•    Experience supporting cross-functional program implementation in a matrixed organization.
•    Experience partnering with HR and business stakeholders to deliver development solutions.

Knowledge, Skills, and Capabilities
•    Strong program management and coordination skills.
•    Strong facilitation and presentation skills.
•    Experience supporting leadership development and learning implementation.
•    Strong stakeholder partnership and collaboration capability.
•    Excellent planning, organization, and execution skills.
•    Strong communication and participant engagement skills

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:
Experience with enterprise leadership programs or structured manager development frameworks preferred.
•    North America facilitation experience preferred.

Our Culture & Commitment to You
At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.
 
We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

About Us
WHY EMERSON
Our Commitment to Our People
At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.
We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world’s most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You’ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.

At Emerson, you’ll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let’s go. Let’s think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let’s go, together.

Work Authorization
Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1(including those with OPT or CPT) , H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.
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ABOUT EMERSON
Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.

With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.

We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team – let’s go!
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