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CLA is hiring a Senior Learning Performance Strategist to partner with business leaders and HR to design and implement scalable learning programs that enhance business skills and support organizational goals. The role involves performance consulting, learning strategy development, project management, and collaboration across teams to drive employee performance and business outcomes.

Highlights

Design and execute learning strategies focused on client service, communications, teamwork, project management, digital agility, and business development.
Conduct diagnostics to identify performance gaps and collaborate with leadership to define metrics and analyze data.
Manage learning projects including scope, schedule, budget, and risk monitoring.
Serve as a trusted advisor on learning solutions and support change management communications.
Use analytics and KPIs to measure program effectiveness and refine initiatives based on feedback and trends.
Minimum 5 years experience in learning and development or performance consulting with a focus on business skills and professional development.
Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred; relevant experience may substitute education.
Proficiency with LXP (360 Learning), LMS platforms, Power BI, AI, and automation technologies.
Compensation ranges from approximately $65,100 to $130,000 depending on location.
Supports flexible PTO, paid parental leave, mental health coverage, and wellness stipends.

Senior Learning Performance Strategist Full Description

Senior Learning Performance Strategist

Minneapolis, MN

New York City, NY

Raleigh, NC

Boston, MA

Austin, TX

Full time

CLA is a top 10 national professional services firm where our purpose is to create opportunities every day, for our clients, our people, and our communities through industry-focused wealth advisory, digital, audit, tax, consulting, and outsourcing services. Even with more than 8,500 people, 130 U.S. locations, and a global reach, we promise to know you and help you.

CLA is dedicated to building a culture that invites different beliefs and perspectives to the table, so we can truly know and help our clients, communities, and each other.

Our Perks:

Flexible PTO (designed to offer flexible time away for you!)
Up to 12 weeks paid parental leave
Paid Volunteer Time Off
Mental health coverage
Quarterly Wellness stipend
Fertility benefits
Complete list of benefits here

CLA is currently seeking a strategic, innovative Senior Learning Performance Strategist to partner with business leaders, People Solutions (HR), and learning teams to design innovative, scalable programs that align with organizational goals and foster a culture of continuous learning. This role focuses on power and business skill areas such as client service, communications, teamwork and collaboration, project management, digital agility, and business development skills essential for driving business performance and adaptability in a rapidly changing environment.

This role will be a hybrid role and can be based out of any CLA office in the US.

How you’ll create opportunities in this Senior Learning Performance Strategist role:

Performance Consulting & Analysis:

Conduct diagnostics across services, industries, and support functions to identify performance gaps.
Collaborate with leadership to define performance metrics and analyze data for informed decision-making.

Learning Strategy & Curriculum

Design and execute learning strategies aligned with firmwide goals, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
Develop competency- and skills-based learning paths for professionals at all levels using blended learning approaches.
Ensure content is relevant, engaging, and tailored to professional services.

Project Management:

Define scope, schedule, and budget for learning projects
Coordinate cross-functional planning and monitor risks; escalate to leadership as needed.

Engagement & Collaboration

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure programs meet technical, quality, and regulatory standards.
Advise on best practices and support change management communications.
Serve as a trusted advisor on learning solutions that drive employee performance and engagement, business outcomes, and client value.

Measurement & Innovation

In conjunction with Learning Operations, define KPIs and use analytics to assess learning effectiveness and business impact.
Continuously refine programs based on feedback, metrics, and industry trends.
Stay current with trends in digital learning, professional development, and accounting education.
Support rollout of performance management systems and tools.

What you will need:

·Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in learning and development or performance consulting with a focus on business skills, B2B sales strategies, project management, and professional development.

·Experience in adult learning principles, assessment and evaluation design, change management, and project management.

Bachelor’s degree in Instructional Design, Organizational Development, Human Resources, Business, or related field is required. A combination of relevant experience, education, and training may be accepted.
Master’s degree is preferred.
Experience with LXP (360 Learning) and LMS platforms, analytics tools (Power BI), AI, and automation technologies.

Travel Requirements

Occasional travel may be required (<10% travel).

Our approach to compensation emphasizes collaboration and career growth. We pay competitive wages and view compensation as an investment in our people. Factors such as geography, experience, education, skills, and knowledge may impact position of pay within the range.

The compensation range for this position in Illinois is: $65,100 – $117,000.

The compensation range for this position in New York is: $85,300 – $130,000.

The compensation range for this position in Colorado is: $70,900 – $117,000.

The compensation range for this position in Massachusetts is: $76,700 – $126,000.

The compensation range for this position in Minnesota is: $65,100 – $113,000.

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Wellness at CLA

To support our CLA family members, we focus on their physical, financial, social, and emotional well-being and offer comprehensive benefit options that include health, dental, vision, 401k and much more.

To view a complete list of benefits click here.

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