Manager, Learning & Talent Development

Role Overview

• Lead the development and evolution of Canadian Solar University programs based on business priorities.
• Ensure compliance, EHS, Service, HR, and department-specific training and learning paths are set up accurately, on time, with effective tracking and reporting.
• Develop digital eLearning solutions including SCORM packages using Articulate, Rise, Camtasia and other development software.
• Establish quality standards for instructional design: ensuring all learning adheres to proper learning design principles (ADDIE) and LMS system quality requirements.
• Generate and analyze regular and ad hoc reports from the LMS.
• Drive data-informed decision-making by generating, analyzing, and presenting LMS metrics, dashboards, and insights to stakeholders.
• Own end-to-end lifecycle global learning programs, including strategy, design, planning, execution, communications, and continuous improvement.
• Manage and improvement performance management processes.
• Partner with HR business partners to design and implement a comprehensive global onboarding and new hire experience.
• Update and deliver the new manager training program.
• Collaborate with regional HR leaders to design and scale coaching initiatives.
• Partner with the EHS team to manage and implement global training programs within the LMS, ensuring accuracy, quarterly updates, and reporting.
• Design and launch competency-based learning campaigns aligned to organizational values and career levels.
• Design and develop the next generation leadership program.
• Design and develop intern program.
• Build and maintain internal intranet for global consumption.
• Analyze learning data to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities; recommend and implement improvements.
• Evaluate, recommend and manage learning and technology partners to support the Canadian Solar University learning and development initiatives.
• Manage vendor relationships and assess effectiveness of solutions including performance evaluation, ROI assessment, and continuous optimization of solutions.
• Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies related to learning and development to identify potential partnerships and innovative solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in training and development, education, psychology or related fields or 5-7 years equivalent work experience, preferably in a training role.
• Demonstrated expertise in facilitation and executive-level presentation in-person and across virtual environments.
• Strong experience with enterprise LMS platforms (Workday highly preferred).
• Proven ability to leverage AI and digital tools to enhance learning design, personalization, and delivery.
• Learning and Development: Experience designing and delivering learner experiences and/or programs live and/or virtually; strong proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint.
• Strong project and program management capabilities, with experience managing complex, fast-paced initiatives and multiple stakeholders.
• Consultative mindset: Ability to understand stakeholder needs, be responsive to feedback, ask thoughtful questions, and customize deliverables to stakeholder needs.
• Results-driven mindset with the ability to prioritize, execute, and deliver measurable outcomes.
• High degree of initiative, adaptability, and resilience in ambiguous and evolving environments.

Benefits

• flexible work options
• various training programs and promotional opportunities
• emphasis on work-life balance