AVP of Learning - AZ - On Site

Position Summary
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Associate VP

serves as a Department Leader for the Learning and Development function responsible for learning operations, program management, and Standard Operating Procedures operation. The AVP will be responsible for strategy, planning, development and delivery of learning program products and tools to enable learning throughout our enterprises globally and learning ecosystems. The AVP leads and develops a team of Learning Advisors and manages learning vendor relationships and contracts. Additionally, the AVP will serve as a business thought partner and work with global teams and business leaders to identify learning objectives, design content and learning experiences that align with our business goals, process operations and talent development needs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Lead a team of Learning Advisors, create team development plans, job descriptions, career pathing and deliver learning experiences for the team.

Manage Employee Lifecycle Process: interview, hire, onboard, performance manage, employee development, discipline, recognition, termination.

Responsible for team employee engagement and experience.

Manage department communications, learning department marketing campaigns, and internal sites.

Manage and audit learning data and present monthly and quarterly outcomes.

Create and manage department strategic plans with quarterly goals and business alignment.

Design, build and maintain learning products, tools and templates for global standardization.

Manage content and subscription access for learning materials through learning vendors.

Assist with or manage learning policy development and employee learning incentive program.

Manage vendor contracts and budgets for LMS, LXP and other learning systems and subscriptions.

Partner with business units, various levels of leadership and stakeholders and maintain relationships for talent development.

Conduct needs analysis, analyze responsibilities, skills, capabilities and performance needs, and propose targeted learning solutions to close gaps, evolve capability and align with business objectives.

Design, build and establish leadership development programs.

Design, build and maintain global learning standard tools and SOPs.

Conduct and facilitate virtual and in-person training, practice labs, and workshops.

Recommend and build measurement tools, assessments and knowledge checks for specific solutions.

Collaborate with global teams to explore new tools, methods and technologies for improved learning experiences.

Internal lead for special learning programs.

Curate, create, facilitate, present and manage multi-tiered leadership, professional and personal development programs.

Assist Learning Advisors and department trainers with building department training programs.

This role requires regular on-site attendance due to the need for real-time collaboration, secure system access and effective coordination with internal teams and stakeholders.

Travel (domestic and international) may be required occasionally to attend team on-site meetings, client events, industry conferences and training sessions.

Marginal Functions

Build, maintain and promote relationships with team members, peers across disciplines, and all other company team members ensuring effective coordination of communications and services affecting clients.

Attend webinars and training to stay up to date on best practices related to the company and department.

Complete projects and other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Demonstrated expertise in leading end-to-end learning operations, including program strategy, execution, governance and continuous improvement.

Proven ability to design and drive enterprise talent development strategies that build critical capabilities, enhance leadership pipelines and support long-term organizational growth.

Strong experience managing vendor partnerships and overseeing learning budgets with a focus on cost optimization and measurable ROI.

Deep expertise in instructional design methodologies and adult learning principles.

Proficient in modern learning tools, platforms and technologies, including LMS/LXP systems, digital learning tools and content authoring software.

Strong business acumen with the ability to align learning strategies to organizational priorities, financial goals and operational performance.

Outstanding presentation and facilitation skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences at all organizational levels.

Expertise in designing dynamic, interactive and learner-centric experiences that drive engagement and knowledge retention.

Advanced capabilities in reporting, data analytics and insights generation to evaluate program effectiveness, inform decision-making and demonstrate business impact.

Exceptional critical thinking and problem-solving abilities to address complex organizational challenges.

Expertise in driving employee engagement through innovative development programs, career pathways and continuous learning initiatives.

Ability to lead and coach teams, fostering a high-performance culture focused on growth, accountability and engagement.

Trusted partner to senior executives and business leaders, providing strategic consultation on workforce capability development and organizational effectiveness.

Skilled in influencing executive stakeholders and aligning learning initiatives with enterprise-wide transformation efforts.

Strong capability in assessing organizational learning needs through data, stakeholder input and performance analysis.

Ability to translate business needs into scalable, impactful learning solutions and development strategies.

Demonstrates adaptability, resilience and grit when operating in fast-paced, ambiguous and globally complex environments.

Exceptional teamwork skills with a collaborative, inclusive approach to problem solving and innovation.

Drives cross-functional alignment to deliver impactful learning solutions across the enterprise.

Highly skilled in managing multiple, concurrent initiatives with strong attention to timelines, quality and outcomes.

Exceptional organizational and prioritization skills to balance strategic initiatives and operational execution.

High level of emotional intelligence with exceptional interpersonal, communication and storytelling skills.

Strong understanding of emerging technologies, including AI-driven learning solutions, adaptive learning platforms and integrated learning ecosystems.

Experience in applying product thinking to learning, including branding, user experience design and scalable solution development.

Ability to demonstrate strong curiosity and focus on continuous self-learning and exploring new trends, strategies and practices in the learning and development field.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office software (Outlook, Teams, Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and demonstrated ability to learn other applications as needed. Proficient with rapid development authoring tools.

Education & Experience

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent combination of experience, skills, education (including other relevant non-traditional degree programs, certifications or job training programs) preferred.

10+ years of business operations, learning, human resources organization/talent development or relevant experience.

7+ years of leadership/management experience.

7+ years of vendor management/relationship management and department budget management.

7+ years of senior leadership and/or executive partnerships, business strategy, goal and business objective alignment.

5+ years in corporate learning, instructional design or equivalent and department/business partnerships.

5+ years of experience with a learning management system (LMS) or learning experience platform (LXP) and learning product and content development.

This role requires a valid, non-restrictive driver's license as it involves regular travel to client sites and company locations.

Must possess a valid passport and be willing to travel internationally on occasion.

Required Licenses and/or Certifications
Learning, Human Resources, Association for Talent Development (ATD) or SHRM Certification or equivalent preferred or ability to obtain.

Physical Demands

Primarily operates in a professional office environment with frequent use of a computer, including prolonged periods of sitting, typing and screen engagement.

Regularly required to use hands and fingers for data entry, document preparation and operation of standard office equipment.

Ability to stand, walk and move between workspaces, meeting rooms and training environments as needed.

Occasional lifting and carrying of materials such as training equipment, laptops or presentation supplies (typically up to 15–20 pounds).

May be required to facilitate in-person training sessions, workshops or events, which can involve standing for extended periods.

Mental Demands

Ability to think strategically while managing complex, multi-layered initiatives across global teams and business units.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to synthesize data, identify trends and develop actionable solutions.

Capable of managing multiple priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced, high-demand environment with frequent deadline pressures.

High level of focus, attention to detail and accuracy in managing learning programs, budgets, vendor contracts and reporting.

Ability to adapt quickly to changing business needs, ambiguity and evolving organizational priorities.

Advanced decision-making capability requires sound judgment, discretion and independent thinking.

Emotional resilience and professional composure when navigating complex interpersonal dynamics and organizational change.

Communication Demands

Exceptional verbal and written communication skills are required to interact effectively with employees at all levels, including senior executives and global stakeholders.

Frequent facilitation of presentations, training sessions and workshops, both virtually and in person, requiring clear articulation and audience engagement.

Ability to influence, negotiate and build consensus across diverse stakeholder groups.

Strong storytelling and messaging skills to translate complex learning strategies into clear, compelling narratives.

Active listening skills to understand organizational needs, provide consultation and respond effectively.

Regular collaboration through digital communication tools (e.g., Microsoft Teams, email, virtual platforms) and in-person meetings.

Ability to tailor communication style to different audiences, including technical, operational and executive-level stakeholders.

Environmental Conditions

Primarily works in a professional office environment with standard office equipment, including computers, telephones and video conferencing technology.

Frequent collaboration occurs in both in-person and virtual settings, including conference rooms, training spaces and remote meeting environments.

Work environment is generally climate-controlled with moderate noise levels consistent with a business office.

Occasional work in training or event environments, which may vary in size, layout and noise levels depending on workshops, leadership sessions or company events.

Requires domestic and international travel (up to 30%), exposing the employee to various environments, including airports, hotels, client sites, conference venues and public transportation settings.

Travel may involve varying schedules, time zones and extended workdays depending on business and training demands.

May require flexibility to work outside standard business hours to accommodate global teams and stakeholders across different time zones.

Disclaimer
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee filling this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by management. Management has the right to add to, revise or delete information in this job description. Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise. Employment remains "at will".

Benefits

Health Insurance

– Medical, dental and vision coverage

Retirement Plan

– 401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

– PTO, holidays, parental leave and sick leave provided as required by applicable state law

Other Benefits

– Life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, employee assistance program (EAP), flexible spending account (FSA), health savings account (HSA), identity theft protection, critical illness, accident, cancer, hospital protection, legal and pet insurance

Additional Compensation

– Signing bonus, commission structure if applicable

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