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Learning Content Designer (Transformation) (Fixed Term)

ERM, Houston, TX, United States


Shape How Learning Scales Across a Global Organisation.

ERM is seeking an experienced

Learning Content Designer , based in

Houston, TX

to help transform complex knowledge into meaningful, high‑impact learning experiences that drive real capability and behaviour change. This is a

fixed‑term position

and a global role, working flexibly across time zones, and suited to a hands‑on learning content specialist who thrives in fast‑moving, transformation‑led environments. As ERM continues to grow and evolve, this role plays a critical part in enabling our people with the skills, tools, and insights they need to succeed.

Why This Role Matters
Learning at ERM is not about content for content’s sake—it’s about enabling performance, supporting change, and building skills at scale. The Learning Content Designer role sits at the heart of this mission, translating complex, technical, and specialist knowledge into learning experiences that are practical, relevant, and usable in the flow of work. This role helps ensure learning keeps pace with business transformation, supporting a skills‑based organisation through clarity, structure, and sound learning judgement.

What Your Impact Is

Design and write high‑quality, learner‑centred content that drives performance and behaviour change

Rapidly synthesise complex information into effective, accessible learning assets

Enable speed and scalability by using AI‑enabled tools responsibly and effectively

Partner with subject matter experts and stakeholders across services and regions to deliver value‑adding learning solutions

Contribute to a consistent, engaging learner experience across programmes, platforms, and formats

Support global Learning & Development initiatives through strong coordination, content management, and operational excellence

Required Qualifications

Strong instructional design, learning content writing, and sense‑making skills

Demonstrated ability to independently design and write learning content aligned to defined outcomes, skills, and behaviours

Experience rapidly distilling complex, technical, or specialist information into usable learning content

Effective use of generative AI tools to support first‑draft creation, content variation, scenario generation, summarisation, and iterative development

Strong human learning judgement to validate accuracy, relevance, ethical AI use, and learning effectiveness

Experience designing learning across multiple formats, including instructor‑led, self‑paced, digital, blended, and campaign‑based learning

Ability to create modular, reusable learning content suitable for use in the flow of work

Strong stakeholder management skills and confidence partnering with SMEs across regions and services

Experience using learning content development tools and designing for LMS/LXP and workplace platforms (e.g., Teams, SharePoint)

Awareness of accessibility, inclusion, and learning design standards

Strong organisational and time management skills with high attention to detail

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Teams)

Familiarity with LMS platforms (Cornerstone OnDemand preferred)

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams and time zones

Comfort working in ambiguous, fast‑moving environments

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in a learning, HR, or client engagement role

Familiarity with virtual learning tools (e.g., Zoom, MS Teams, Galaxy LXP)

Understanding of adult learning principles and instructional design fundamentals

Experience coordinating learning or training programmes in a global or matrixed organisation

Key Responsibilities
Instructional Content Design & Learning Writing

Design and write learner‑centred content aligned to defined outcomes, skills, and behaviours

Apply instructional design principles to support application, not just knowledge transfer

Create clear, engaging learning narratives across diverse subject matter

Adapt content style, depth, and structure for different audiences and contexts

Rapid Sense‑Making & Content Development

Distil complex, technical, or specialist information into effective learning content

Prioritise what matters most for learner performance

Work iteratively, delivering usable content early and improving over time

Balance speed, accuracy, and learning effectiveness in transformation‑led environments

AI‑Augmented Content Development (Applied)

Use generative AI tools to support drafting, content variation, scenario creation, examples, and practice activities

Summarise and restructure SME or technical input effectively

Apply editorial judgement to ensure accuracy, relevance, ethical use, tone, and ERM standards

Integrate AI naturally into the content design workflow to increase speed and scalability

Multi‑Format & Flow‑of‑Work Learning

Design learning across instructor‑led, self‑paced, digital, blended, and campaign‑based formats

Create modular content that can be reused, recombined, and adapted over time

Design learning assets intended for use in the flow of work

SME Partnership & Learning Consulting

Partner with SMEs across services and regions to extract insight efficiently

Ask effective questions to surface performance needs

Translate SME input into learner‑centred content without overreliance on raw source material

Build credibility as a learning partner through strong design judgement

Learning Tools, Platforms & Content Craft

Build learning assets using appropriate tools and formats based on need, speed, and scale

Design content for delivery via LMS/LXP and workplace platforms

Apply accessibility, inclusion, and ERM learning design standards consistently

Programme Coordination & Learner Experience

Schedule and manage learning logistics, instructor communications, and virtual session setup

Maintain training calendars, records, and LMS data accuracy

Serve as a primary point of contact for learners, providing guidance and support

Monitor attendance, feedback, and engagement metrics to inform improvements

Provide live coordination and hosting support during training sessions

Content, Resource & Operational Support

Collaborate with Global Learning Program Leads to prepare and distribute learning materials

Support evaluation of learning programmes using surveys, feedback, and performance metrics

Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and process documentation

Support compliance with GDPR and internal data protection policies

Liaise with IT and HRIS teams to maintain integration with Workday and SSO systems

Additional Attributes

Champion ERM’s purpose, values, and safety protocols

Comfortable embracing ambiguity and change

Strong self‑management and prioritisation skills

Confident escalating issues and proactively problem‑solving

Adaptable, resourceful, and able to move between projects with ease

Service‑oriented mindset, supporting the development and retention of ERM staff and the company’s growth strategy

ERM is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

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