Senior Learning & Development Partner

The Westervelt Company

$75K — $95K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Learning Design, Human Resources, or related field (Master's preferred)
  • 5+ years in Learning & Development, Talent Management, or Organizational Development
  • Proficient in instructional design, facilitation, LMS administration, project management
  • Skills in consulting, communication, and eLearning/video development (Articulate Storyline/Rise)
  • Strong business acumen with the ability to manage competing priorities

Responsibilities

  • Conduct structured needs assessments aligned to business priorities
  • Lead Talent Development projects with clear methodologies
  • Build relationships with leaders to co-create talent solutions
  • Design and improve talent development frameworks
  • Deliver engaging learning programs aligned to best practices
  • Coach leaders on performance management practices
  • Support succession planning for critical roles

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance with employer contributions
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Generous paid time off and company holidays
  • Professional development opportunities and continuing education support
  • Flexible work options depending on business needs
  • Employee wellness programs and mental health resources
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Employee recognition
Full Job Description
Senior Learning & Development Partner

We are searching for an experienced Senior Learning & Development Partner at our Headquarters facility in Tuscaloosa, AL.

About the Role

The Senior Learning & Development Partner leads the design, delivery, and optimization of learning, performance, onboarding, and talent development strategies that support a thriving 700-employee organization. This role partners closely with leaders across the business to build capability, strengthen performance, and accelerate organizational growth.

Key Responsibilities & Outcomes

Success Enablement

Outcome: High-performing, mature talent function

    • Conduct structured needs assessments to ensure solutions align with business priorities and measurable outcomes.
    • Lead projects using standardized Talent Development methodologies, including scopes, timelines, milestones, and communication plans.
    • Build proactive consulting relationships with leaders and stakeholders to co-create talent solutions and reinforce trust in the Talent Development function.


Talent Development Program Management

Outcome: High-impact learning programs that build organizational capability

    • Contribute to the design and continuous improvement of talent development frameworks.
    • Develop and deliver learning programs aligned to capability needs and modern learner experience best practices.
    • Facilitate and coordinate engaging learning experiences that drive skill application and behavior change.
    • Evaluate program effectiveness using data to refine content and increase overall impact.


Performance Management

Outcome: Stronger performance culture and manager capability

    • Coach leaders on performance practices and expectations.
    • Support the execution of performance cycles.
    • Create tools, guides, and resources to strengthen manager capabilities.


Succession Pipeline Management

Outcome: Improved bench strength and readiness for critical roles

    • Support organization-wide succession planning processes.
    • Coordinate development plans and readiness reviews.


Onboarding & Orientation

Outcome: Consistent, engaging new-hire experience that improves retention

    • Lead New Hire Orientation and continue to enhance its effectiveness.
    • Refine onboarding content, tools, and learning experiences.
    • Coordinate cross-functional onboarding activities to ensure consistency.


Organizational Change Leadership

Outcome: Successful adoption of new processes and behaviors

    • Develop change communication plans and readiness assessments.
    • Support leaders and teams through organizational transitions.


Required Skills & Experience

    • Education: Bachelor's degree in Learning Design, Human Resources, or related field (Master's preferred).
    • Experience: 5+ years in Learning & Development, Talent Management, or Organizational Development.
    • Skills: Instructional design and development, facilitation, LMS administration, project management, consulting, communication, and eLearning/video development (Articulate Storyline/Rise).
    • Other: Strong business acumen, ability to manage multiple priorities, data-informed decision-making; graphic design a plus.


Summary (Create / Execute / Stakeholders)

Create: Learning programs, content, toolkits, change resources.

Execute: Deliver training, manage LMS, coordinate onboarding, drive project outcomes.

Stakeholder-Customers: Leaders, employees, HR partners, new hires, external vendors.

A Day in the Life

Consult with stakeholders, build program content, refine onboarding workflows, evaluate development program data, collaborate with HR partners, facilitate learning experiences, and support organizational change initiatives.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance with employer contributions.
  • 401(k) with company match.
  • Generous paid time off and company holidays.
  • Professional development opportunities and continuing education support.
  • Flexible work options depending on business needs.
  • Employee wellness programs and mental health resources.
  • Life and disability insurance.
  • Employee recognition.


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