Senior Director, Internal Learning and Development

Summary

Join Instruction Partners as the Senior Director of Internal Learning and Development, a remote, full-time position with up to 50% national travel. Lead the design, delivery, and improvement of internal learning systems, focusing on developing shared capabilities and leadership excellence. Craft and execute a comprehensive internal learning strategy equipping team members with the knowledge and support they need to thrive. Partner with the Senior Director of Internal Learning and Culture to provide technical and adaptive support to managers and organizational leaders. This role requires exceptional facilitation and design skills, strategic insight, and strong relationship management skills. Report to the Executive Director, People and Culture and play a pivotal role in shaping a culture of continuous learning and development.

Requirements

• 10+ years of progressive experience in learning and development, talent management, or organizational effectiveness, with 5+ years in a leadership role
• Proven ability to design and implement scalable learning systems that lead to measurable growth and behavioral change
• Deep expertise in adult learning, coaching, instructional design, and competency frameworks
• Experience creating and delivering leadership development, performance coaching, and manager enablement programs
• Strong facilitation skills and experience navigating sensitive interpersonal dynamics with confidence, diplomacy, and clarity
• Proven experience leading and managing high-performing teams, with a track record of driving engagement, accountability, and results
• Familiarity with tools and philosophies like radical candor, feedback cultures, courageous conversations, and equity-centered design
• Demonstrated success influencing stakeholders at all levels and aligning cross-functional teams around shared goals
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to motivate, coach, and inspire individuals at all levels

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead the vision for a cohesive internal learning and development strategy aligned with organizational goals and values
• Build and manage a long-term learning arc that supports internal learning and development across all levels and functions, with an emphasis on leadership development
• Manage and collaborate with staff responsible for maintaining learning systems and generating scalable, high-quality learning resources
• Use both qualitative and quantitative data to evaluate the impact of learning initiatives and continuously improve systems and content
• Design and deliver high-impact learning experiences using a mix of formats—live workshops, asynchronous content, peer learning, and just-in-time resources
• Apply best practices in adult learning theory, instructional design, and equity-centered facilitation to ensure relevance, inclusivity, and engagement
• Develop right-sized interventions that respond directly to team needs while maintaining strategic alignment
• Define and lead a comprehensive development pathway for managers, from onboarding to ongoing capability building
• Act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, helping them embed learning into team routines and address leadership challenges with empathy and skill
• Facilitate complex, courageous conversations across levels to reinforce a culture of accountability, growth, and feedback
• Oversee the tools, platforms, and governance structures that support internal learning across the organization, ensuring accessibility and alignment
• Partner with internal stakeholders and external providers to deliver high-quality, customized learning experiences
• Integrate learning systems with performance management and broader talent strategies
• Build deep relationships across teams to co-design development solutions responsive to evolving organizational needs
• Promote a learning-centered culture grounded in performance capabilities, reflection, and feedback
• Champion inclusion across all learning touchpoints, ensuring every employee feels seen, supported, and valued

Benefits

Competitive benefits and private retirement investment options are available, as well as a generous vacation policy