Job DescriptionJob SummaryAs a Learning Architect, you will help lead and shape the strategic evolution of learning for the NExT transformation, creating adaptive, future-focused strategies aligned to business priorities and informed by emerging learning practices. You will champion skills-based talent development, foster an inclusive and innovative learning culture, and design scalable, hyper-personalized experiences that build the capabilities needed for the future. Leveraging data, systems thinking, and emerging technologies, including generative AI, you will serve as a trusted advisor and strategic partner in designing and implementing learning solutions that accelerate the evolution of our branch network.
Key Responsibilities- Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute a future-focused learning strategy in alignment with business goals and objectives to drive enterprise capability building and workforce transformation.
- AI & Digital Transformation: Develop generative AI-enabled adaptive learning capabilities, integrate neuroscience of learning, and anticipate the impact of AI on job roles and organizational learning capabilities.
- Data-Driven Insights: Leverage data and predictive analytics to measure, track, and enhance learning outcomes and business impact.
- Learning Ecosystem Design: Build and integrate an interoperable learning ecosystem, including learning experience platforms (LXPs), talent marketplaces, and AI-driven curation to create technology-enhanced experiences.
- Change & Stakeholder Management: Lead change initiatives, manage partnerships, and foster alignment between learning strategies and measurable business objectives.
- Collaborative Planning: Work across HR, Talent, and Analytics functions to connect learning with workforce planning, future skills forecasting, and resource prioritization.
- Business Partnering: Apply influencing, consulting, and contracting skills to support business leaders in achieving objectives within the learning managed service model.
- Relationship Management: Collaborate with the bank's learning managed service provider to develop effective learning solutions and drive the implementation of the new enterprise learning operating model.
Experience & Qualifications- Track record of designing holistic learning solutions that drive measurable business transformation within large, complex organizations.
- Hands on work in driving organizational change and achieving tangible business outcomes - preferably in a retail bank environment.
- Proficiency in leveraging data and analytics to assess learning impact.
- Experience with AI-enabled learning platforms, learning analytics, and digital capability building.
- Strategic thinker that is able to align learning initiatives with business objectives and emerging trends.
- Experience influencing C-suite and senior stakeholders on learning strategy.
- Strong ability to manage key business stakeholders and collaborative across HR functions.
- Demonstrated knowledge of adult learning theories, future-of-work methodologies, learning experience design techniques, talent ecosystems, and advanced learning technologies.
- Advanced degree in Adult Learning, Human Resources, Organizational Development, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
To thrive as a colleague at Citizens, candidates must demonstrate a strong customer-centric mindset, exhibit persistence and resilience in the face of challenges, and embrace continuous learning to adapt and grow in a dynamic environment.Hours and Work Schedule: (4 days in office, 1 day remote)
Hours per Week: 40
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday
Work Location: NYC, Johnston, RI or Westwood, MA
Pay TransparencyThe salary range for this position is $154,000-$201,000 per year, plus an opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus. Actual pay is based on various factors including but not limited to the budget, work location, and relevant skills and experience.
We offer competitive pay, comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, retirement benefits, maternity/paternity leave, flexible work arrangements, education reimbursement, wellness programs and more. Note, Citizens' paid time off policy exceeds the mandatory, paid sick or paid time-away policy of every local and state jurisdiction in the United States. For an overview of our benefits, visit https://jobs.citizensbank.com/benefits .
Work Authorization: This role is not eligible for new employer sponsored or current H-1 B visa holders. Applicants, including current OPT, L and other visa holders, must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for new employer sponsorship for themselves or their spouses now and in the future.
