Learning And Development Specialist

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 with no direct training team support.
• 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.