Cella by Randstad Digital is partnering with a global leader in the financial services sector to recruit a dynamic Learning & Development Director for a critical contract coverage role.
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Operating within a world-class Center of Excellence (COE), this hybrid position is designed for a strategic learning professional who excels at aligning enterprise learning initiatives with overarching business performance and growth. You will oversee the processes, methods, and technologies used to plan, deliver, and measure impactful learning programs globally.
This is a time-sensitive, high-impact opportunity. If you possess the required instructional expertise and technical acumen, please apply promptly by submitting your resume and any relevant work portfolios or case studies.
Advantages
Global Exposure: Work within a highly collaborative, cross-functional global environment spanning multiple international teams.
Center of Excellence: Gain prestigious experience within an established COE dedicated to cutting-edge talent development.
Empowered Growth: Join an environment that actively empowers you to learn, grow, and shape your career trajectory.
Hybrid Flexibility: Enjoy a balanced schedule with designated collaboration days at a premier downtown Toronto location, promoting both inclusion and well-being.
Responsibilities
Strategic Alignment & Design: Develop, enhance, and implement professional skills learning paths, curriculums, and courses that bridge existing skill gaps and align with business objectives.
Tech Stack Roadmap: Plan and execute a robust learning technology roadmap (including LMS/LXP platforms) to optimize program delivery and operational scalability.
Data Analytics & Reporting: Establish measurement tools to assess program effectiveness, analyze data-driven insights, and prepare monthly and quarterly performance reports.
Stakeholder & Culture Management: Partner with cross-functional HR COEs and business leaders to foster an agile, continuous learning culture through innovative marketing and engagement strategies.
Team Leadership: Manage, coach, and mentor a matrix/project-based team of approximately 13 learning professionals, fostering a high-performance, collaborative environment.
Vendor & Industry Collaboration: Develop relationships with external learning partners and stay ahead of market trends by actively participating in industry forums or committees.
Qualifications
Must-Have Attributes & Skills
Experience: 5 to 7 years of progressive experience in learning, education, or talent development (experience within a global or financial services environment is highly preferred).
Education: Bachelor’s degree in any discipline.
Leadership Capability: Proven experience managing, mentoring, and setting priorities for teams of learning professionals.
Technical Proficiency: Demonstrated expertise in learning technologies, learner experience platforms (LMS/LXP), and instructional design.
Analytical Skills: Strong capability in utilizing data analytics and measurement tools to track KPIs and evaluate business outcomes.
Soft Skills: Exceptional consultative communication skills, high attention to detail, and top-tier stakeholder management capabilities.
Nice-to-Have Attributes & Skills
Professional certifications in Learning & Development, Adult Education, Organizational Development, or related fields.
Hands-on experience with innovative learning technologies, such as AI-driven learning solutions, digital learning, or immersive platforms.
Proven experience in continuous improvement and change management strategies.
Summary
Role Type: Contract (Maternity Leave Coverage)
Location: Hybrid (Toronto, ON – Anchor Days: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday)
Working Hours: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Flexibility required for early morning calls starting at 8:00 AM or occasional after-hours calls to support global collaboration)
Don't miss the chance to shape the future of learning for an industry leader. Apply today with your resume and portfolio samples!
Cella by Randstad Digital uses artificial intelligence to help our recruiters screen, assess and select qualified talent for this role and others within our database. Although Cella by Randstad Digital uses A.I. as a tool, candidate selection and hiring decisions are made by our employees.
Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.
Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to accessibility@randstad.ca to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.
This posting is for existing and upcoming vacancies.
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Cella by Randstad Digital is partnering with a global leader in the financial services sector to recruit a dynamic Learning & Development Director for a critical contract coverage role.
Operating within a world-class Center of Excellence (COE), this hybrid position is designed for a strategic learning professional who excels at aligning enterprise learning initiatives with overarching business performance and growth. You will oversee the processes, methods, and technologies used to plan, deliver, and measure impactful learning programs globally.
This is a time-sensitive, high-impact opportunity. If you possess the required instructional expertise and technical acumen, please apply promptly by submitting your resume and any relevant work portfolios or case studies.
Advantages
Global Exposure: Work within a highly collaborative, cross-functional global environment spanning multiple international teams.
Center of Excellence: Gain prestigious experience within an established COE dedicated to cutting-edge talent development.
Empowered Growth: Join an environment that actively empowers you to learn, grow, and shape your career trajectory.
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Hybrid Flexibility: Enjoy a balanced schedule with designated collaboration days at a premier downtown Toronto location, promoting both inclusion and well-being.
Responsibilities
Strategic Alignment & Design: Develop, enhance, and implement professional skills learning paths, curriculums, and courses that bridge existing skill gaps and align with business objectives.
Tech Stack Roadmap: Plan and execute a robust learning technology roadmap (including LMS/LXP platforms) to optimize program delivery and operational scalability.
Data Analytics & Reporting: Establish measurement tools to assess program effectiveness, analyze data-driven insights, and prepare monthly and quarterly performance reports.
Stakeholder & Culture Management: Partner with cross-functional HR COEs and business leaders to foster an agile, continuous learning culture through innovative marketing and engagement strategies.
Team Leadership: Manage, coach, and mentor a matrix/project-based team of approximately 13 learning professionals, fostering a high-performance, collaborative environment.
Vendor & Industry Collaboration: Develop relationships with external learning partners and stay ahead of market trends by actively participating in industry forums or committees.
Qualifications
Must-Have Attributes & Skills
Experience: 5 to 7 years of progressive experience in learning, education, or talent development (experience within a global or financial services environment is highly preferred).
Education: Bachelor’s degree in any discipline.
Leadership Capability: Proven experience managing, mentoring, and setting priorities for teams of learning professionals.
Technical Proficiency: Demonstrated expertise in learning technologies, learner experience platforms (LMS/LXP), and instructional design.
Analytical Skills: Strong capability in utilizing data analytics and measurement tools to track KPIs and evaluate business outcomes.
Soft Skills: Exceptional consultative communication skills, high attention to detail, and top-tier stakeholder management capabilities.
Nice-to-Have Attributes & Skills
Professional certifications in Learning & Development, Adult Education, Organizational Development, or related fields.
Hands-on experience with innovative learning technologies, such as AI-driven learning solutions, digital learning, or immersive platforms.
Proven experience in continuous improvement and change management strategies.
Summary
Role Type: Contract (Maternity Leave Coverage)
Location: Hybrid (Toronto, ON – Anchor Days: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday)
Working Hours: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Flexibility required for early morning calls starting at 8:00 AM or occasional after-hours calls to support global collaboration)
Don't miss the chance to shape the future of learning for an industry leader. Apply today with your resume and portfolio samples!
Cella by Randstad Digital uses artificial intelligence to help our recruiters screen, assess and select qualified talent for this role and others within our database. Although Cella by Randstad Digital uses A.I. as a tool, candidate selection and hiring decisions are made by our employees.
Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.
Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to accessibility@randstad.ca to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.
This posting is for existing and upcoming vacancies.
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