The Role

The Talent Programs Manager – Learning and Advancement serves as the lead for designing, executing and administering enterprise-wide learning and career advancement initiatives. This role balances hands-on operational responsibilities with senior-level individual contributor expectations, including influencing learning strategy and collaborating with Workforce Effectiveness and Talent Management leaders. The role oversees day-to-day program management, platform administration, and targeted program execution, while providing subject matter expertise to support organizational learning and career growth.

What You Do

Program Strategy and Execution

• Oversee the design and operationalization of the organization’s learning strategy, influencing stakeholders across the business.
• Lead planning, execution, and day-to-day management of programs, coordinating workstreams such as career frameworks, skills strategy, and learning enablement.
• Partner with HRBPs, Talent program teams, and business leaders to embed learning, career development, and capability-building initiatives across the employee lifecycle.

Learning Platforms and Content Management

• Manage and administer learning platforms (e.g., LinkedIn Learning), including permissions, access, and content visibility.
• Curate learning pathways and collections aligned with organizational priorities.
• Develop learning assets (videos, one-pagers, job aids, etc) and oversee sourcing and translation of French-language content.
• Stay informed, and in some cases provide support, of compliance training programs and identify opportunities to align for a consistent employee experience.
• Partner with external vendors to deliver targeted programs when appropriate.

Professional Development and Manager Enablement

• Administer and execute the professional development policy, tracking program usage, course completion, and engagement metrics.
• Lead operational delivery of manager enablement initiatives, ensuring smooth implementation and alignment with broader L&D strategy.
• Provide functional expertise to assess departmental or individual learning needs, recommend solutions, and design or facilitate training as needed.

Measurement, Analysis, and Continuous Improvement

• Define success metrics and track participation, skill adoption, and career mobility.
• Analyze program data and participant feedback to inform improvements, enhance program effectiveness, and ensure scalability and inclusivity.
• Ensure learning programs are aligned with organizational priorities and support employee growth.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support team objectives, departmental needs, and overall organizational priorities.

What You Bring

• Degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Adult Learning, or related field; relevant learning, development or coaching designations/certifications are a plus.
• A minimum of 7+ years of experience in Learning, Talent Development, or HR Program Management; experience in instructional design or facilitation is a plus.
• Proven success managing cross-functional programs and multiple priorities.
• Strong understanding of career and skills frameworks and their practical application.
• Exceptional stakeholder management, facilitation, and communication skills.
• Advanced organizational and analytical skills; able to influence without authority.
• Proficiency in HR software, LMS solutions and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Passion for learning, developing others, innovation, and empowering employees to grow.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strategic thinker with a hands-on, execution-driven approach.