The Learning Strategist works closely with stakeholders to identify learning needs and design learning solutions. The ideal candidate should be comfortable speaking with clients at all levels and functions and has prior experience working with large corporate accounts. The Learning Strategist possesses excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with confidence and the ability to listen to a client’s issues, ask strategic questions then prescribe potential solutions in a coherent plan.

Key Responsibilities:

Learning Needs Analysis: Conduct thorough assessments to identify organizational learning needs, skills gaps, and performance improvement opportunities
Learning Strategy Development: Collaborate with key stakeholders to define the learning strategy, goals, and objectives aligned with the organization's vision and objectives
Learning Program Design: Develop innovative and engaging learning programs, including e-learning modules, webinars, observational tools, and other learning interventions, utilizing a variety of instructional techniques and technologies. Oversee alignment of solutions with Neurolearning principles as applicable
Create a Blueprint Solution Deck and accompanying Curriculum Map, if applicable.
Mitigate internal and client project issues proactively and manage escalated issues with solutions- based approach
Coordinate and/or collaborate with LXD and PM Lead to resolve identified scope creep (eg, identify opportunities to bring efforts within budget)

Core Skills Required:

Collaborate on organizational improvements
Be a point of influence utilizing a consultative mindset
Be a skilled communicator with a flexible and agile approach
Ability to recognize client priorities and objections
Ability to think outside of the box and ideate real time while balancing the client priorities whether they be cost, timeline, effectiveness or compliance etc.

Qualifications:

4-6+ years of client-facing consulting experience with Fortune 500 companies
4-6+ years of LXD/ID experience
Fundamental understanding in the various learning design methodologies including Action Mapping, AGILE, SAM and ADDIE
Experience working with graphic designers, e-learning developers, and/or web designers
Experience using digital learning authoring tools like Articulate Storyline, Rise and Adobe Captivate
Experience with Design Thinking and UX methods is a plus
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess learning needs, evaluate learning effectiveness, and make data-driven recommendations
Exceptional communication and presentation skills
Ability to build strong relationships, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and influence key stakeholders

Hours per week & Rate:

Range is 10-20 hours per week (need availability of up to 20/week for critical project milestones)
$75/hr

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