Talent Development Functional Leader

Summary

Join Jobber's People department as a Talent Development Functional Leader for a 14-month contract (parental leave). This role involves leading the evolution of Jobber's talent development strategy, aligning it with business priorities and future workforce needs. You will partner with business leaders, design holistic performance and growth solutions (training, coaching, etc.), and oversee company-wide learning and development initiatives. Responsibilities include leading leadership development programs, pioneering innovative learning approaches using AI and emerging technologies, and defining and tracking key performance indicators (KPIs). You will also lead and develop a high-performing team, fostering a culture of collaboration and accountability. The ideal candidate possesses proven experience leading high-performing teams in talent development and expertise in building strategic learning programs that drive business impact. This role requires strong project management, communication, and facilitation skills.

Requirements

• Proven experience leading high-performing teams and functions in Talent Development, Learning & Development, Organizational Development, or a related field, ideally in high-growth, scaling organizations
• Expertise in building and delivering strategic, company-wide learning that drives real business impact (including Leadership Development, succession planning, high potential programs, etc.)
• Strong project management skills with the ability to juggle multiple priorities and work cross-functionally with stakeholders at all levels across the organization
• Excellent communication and facilitation skills

Responsibilities

• Own and evolve Jobber’s Talent Development strategy, ensuring alignment with business priorities, performance goals, and future workforce needs
• Be a trusted thought partner to business leaders (using insight and performance data to shape solutions that drive real impact, providing insight and recommendations that solve root causes, not just symptoms)
• Proactively partner with People Business Partners, senior leaders, and teams to co-create solutions that address root causes and drive real performance impact
• Design holistic solutions that move the dial on performance and growth (i.e. training, coaching, facilitation, org design, process improvements, etc.)
• Oversee end-to-end employee learning across Jobber — from onboarding that ramps people fast, to functional skills training that closes real gaps
• Partner with teams and leaders to make learning stick, empowering them to connect development to real work, not just one-off events
• Oversee Jobber’s coaching strategy: from individual coaching to building coaching capability in our leaders
• Lead our annual company-wide Professional Development Day, partnering with Employee Experience to ensure it aligns with strategic priorities and reinforces a culture of connection and growth
• Facilitate high-impact learning experiences for all employees to embed practical skills and mindset shifts
• Design, deliver, and facilitate leadership development pathways for new, emerging, and experienced People Leaders
• Ensure our leadership programs build trust, clarity, and capability for high-performing teams
• Own the design and delivery of our annual Leadership Team offsite, aligning it with business strategy and team effectiveness
• Pioneer new approaches for learning — blending AI, emerging tech, and human connection to make development more relevant, scalable, and accessible
• Identify and test tools that enhance how we design, deliver, or measure learning, ensuring they add real value for our people and the business
• Build foundational AI literacy capabilities, supporting a culture where AI is a trusted digital colleague
• Stay ahead of trends in the learning space and test what works for Jobber
• Define and track clear KPIs tied to performance, skills development, engagement, retention, and performance shifts
• Connect all development efforts back to real business outcomes (i.e. retention, mobility, succession planning, future readiness, etc.)
• Continuously gather feedback, iterate fast, and share learnings to raise the bar
• Lead and develop a high-performing Talent Development team, fostering a culture of curiosity, experimentation, and accountability
• Collaborate closely within the Talent team and the broader People Team to ensure Talent Development is integrated with Talent Acquisition, Internal Mobility, Coaching, and Employee Experience
• Model how to break down silos and build a consistent, high-impact approach to developing Jobberinos at every level

Preferred Qualifications

Experience implementing AI/ML tools or designing for digital-first learning ecosystems

Benefits

• A total compensation package that includes an extended health benefits package with fully paid premiums for both body and mind, retirement savings plan matching, and stock options
• A dedicated Talent Development team and access to coaching, learning, and leadership programs to help you grow your career, reach your goals, and unlock your full potential
• Support for all your breaks: from vacation to rest and recharge, your birthday off to celebrate, health days to support your physical and mental health, and parental leave top-ups to support your growing family