Professional Staffing has partnered with a well-established professional services organization to identify a Learning & Development Specialist for their team in Edmonton. Reporting to the VP of HR, the Learning and Development Specialist will be creating a standardized training program, building SOPs, and designing programs for employee development.

Responsibilities:

Lead the end-to-end development and execution of a comprehensive learning strategy that aligns with organizational goals — in a standalone capacity
Collaborate directly with internal subject matter experts and stakeholders to independently design, revise, and deliver effective training programs across multiple platforms and delivery methods.
Conduct formal needs assessments, define learning objectives, and create training plans; develop feedback loops, track training completion, and report on effectiveness.
Facilitate both in-person and virtual training sessions; ensure all learning resources are accurate, current, and aligned with business needs.
Participate in talent development planning and recommend third-party vendors for leadership, and technical skill enhancement.

Qualifications:

Postsecondary education in a related field and a minimum of 5 years’ experience in corporate learning and development, ideally in independent or mid- sized companies
Proven ability to manage all stages of instructional design and implementation autonomously, with expertise in adult learning principles and digital tools (e.g., UPerform, Snagit, Camtasia).
Strong communication, collaboration, and consulting skills with a hands-on, proactive approach to problem-solving and delivery.
Self-motivated, forward-thinking, and able to build strong internal relationships; experience with Guidewire is considered an asset.

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