Next Insurance

Global Senior Manager, Learning & Development

Next Insurance • $163K — $220K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Education, Instructional Design, Technology, or related field
  • 7+ years of experience in Learning & Development with focus on technical/digital training
  • 2+ years managing global teams across various time zones
  • Ability to operate at strategic and hands-on levels in learning frameworks
  • Strong cross-cultural communication skills
  • Solid understanding of modern learning technologies and instructional design methodologies
  • Background in technology-driven environments (SaaS, IT, digital transformation)

Responsibilities

  • Lead the design and execution of the enterprise AI enablement strategy
  • Conduct skills gap analyses to assess learning needs
  • Design, deliver, and evaluate various learning solutions
  • Facilitate workshops and virtual/in-person training sessions
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to align initiatives and business priorities
  • Partner with leaders to drive performance and culture in training
  • Build and maintain metrics to evaluate learning impact

Benefits

  • Partially subsidized medical plan
  • Fully subsidized vision/dental options
  • Life insurance and disability insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Flexible paid time off
  • Parental leave
Full Job Description
Location: Waltham, MA (hybrid)

We9re building a world-class, future-ready talent engine - and this role sits at the heart of that ambition. As Global Senior Manager of Learning & Development, you9ll own the design, delivery, and continuous improvement of global learning strategies that sharpen technical skills and accelerate organizational transformation. This role blends strategic thinking with hands-on execution: you9ll build scalable programs, facilitate training directly, partner with leaders across the business, and champion our AI enablement agenda. The ideal candidate is equally comfortable in a boardroom conversation about capability strategy and in front of a room running an engaging workshop.

What You9ll Do:
  • Lead the design and execution of ERGO | NEXT9s enterprise AI enablement strategy- building capability through a clear AI skills framework, persona-based learning paths, and applied, use-case-driven experiences tied to real work outcomes
  • Conduct skills gap analyses to identify current and future technical learning needs across the organization
  • Design, deliver, and evaluate a range of learning solutions- including workshops, self-directed courses, mentoring programs, and peer learning forums
  • Facilitate workshops, virtual and in-person training sessions, and onboarding programs focused on technology and digital competencies
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to align learning initiatives with business priorities and technology roadmaps
  • Partner with cross-functional leaders to ensure training drives performance, consistency, and culture across all locations
  • Build and maintain clear metrics and dashboards to track learning effectiveness, adoption, and business impact globally
  • Stay current on trends in L&D, AI enablement, and skills-based organization design
  • Ensure all learning content meets best practices for quality and accessibility
  • Coach subject matter experts (SMEs) to become more effective trainers


What We Need:
  • Bachelor9s degree in Education, Instructional Design, Technology, or a related field
  • 7+ years of experience in Learning & Development, with meaningful exposure to technical or digital training
  • 2+ years of experience managing global teams across multiple time zones and geographies
  • Proven ability to operate at both the strategic and hands-on levels-from building long-term learning frameworks to personally designing and delivering programs
  • Strong cross-cultural communication skills and experience working with global teams
  • Solid understanding of modern learning technologies, frameworks, and instructional design methodologies
  • Ability to confidently deliver training and facilitate learning in English
  • Comfortable navigating a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities
  • Flexibility to accommodate meetings across global time zones as needed
  • Background in a technology-driven environment, SaaS, IT, digital transformation, or similar

Preferred
  • Experience with Lessonly
  • Certifications in instructional design or learning technologies (ATD, CPTD, CIPD, or equivalent)
  • Familiarity with emerging technologies such as AI, data analytics, or software development tools


The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire base salaries for the position in the location(s) listed. Within the range, individual pay is determined by additional factors, including, without limitation, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. ERGO NEXT employees are also potentially eligible for our annual performance-based incentive program, in addition to our benefits package, consisting of our partially subsidized medical plan, fully subsidized vision/dental options, life insurance, disability insurance, 401(k), flexible paid time off, parental leave and more.

US annual base salary range for this full-time position:

$163,000-$220,000 USD

Don9t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that some underrepresented people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At ERGO NEXT, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace, so if you9re excited about this role but your past experience doesn9t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

About Next Insurance

Next Insurance is a digital insurance company that provides small businesses with simple, affordable, and tailored coverage. The company offers policies for general liability, professional liability, commercial auto, and workers' compensation. Next Insurance uses artificial intelligence and machine learning to provide personalized policies and streamline the insurance process. The company was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in San Mateo, California.
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500 employees
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Founded
2016

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