Learning and Development Senior Manager - Virtual

Our story

At Alight, we believe a company's success starts with its people. At our core, we Champion People, help our colleagues Grow with Purpose and true to our name we encourage colleagues to "Be Alight."

Our Values:

Champion People - be empathetic and help create a place where everyone belongs.

Grow with purpose - Be inspired by our higher calling of improving lives.

Be Alight - act with integrity, be real and empower others.

It's why we're so driven to connect passion with purpose. Alight helps clients gain a benefits advantage while building a healthy and financially secure workforce by unifying the benefits ecosystem across health, wealth, wellbeing, absence management and navigation.

With a comprehensive total rewards package, continuing education and training, and tremendous potential with a growing global organization, Alight is the perfect place to put your passion to work.

Join our team if you Champion People, want to Grow with Purpose through acting with integrity and if you embody the meaning of Be Alight.

Learn more at careers.alight.com.

The Senior Manager of Learning & Development is responsible for designing, developing, implementing, and evaluating employee development and global leadership programs. This role ensures end-to-end program management and alignment with organizational goals and collaborates across teams within and beyond Talent Development. The position leads a global team supporting leadership development initiatives and contributes to broader Talent and Learning & Development priorities.

Key Responsibilities

• Conducts organizational learning needs analysis through consultation with leadership and HR, data analysis, and research.
• Oversees the design, development, and maintenance of learning programs for the Alight India population and supports optimization across global teams.
• Leads a team responsible for planning, designing, facilitating, and administering leadership development initiatives such as webinars, roundtables, workshops, and coaching sessions.
• Evaluates existing learning programs and recommends improvements based on evolving organizational priorities.
• Defines clear learning objectives and supports an environment that encourages continuous development.
• Collaborates with internal experts and external partners to develop learning solutions aligned with business needs.
• Manages and updates enterprise-level onboarding content and experiences in response to organizational changes.
• Measures the effectiveness and ROI of learning initiatives using relevant metrics and data.
• Oversees projects using sound project management practices, including stakeholder engagement, logistics, budgeting, and administration.
• Keeps current with learning and development methodologies and trends to enhance organizational learning strategies.
• Supports the development of a culture that values continuous learning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Learning & Development, Organizational Development, Human Resources, Industrial Relations, or a related field.
• Strong facilitation, consulting, and interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport across organizational levels.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and learning content development tools such as Articulate and Camtasia.
• Experience managing global learning programs across diverse regions.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects with flexibility and attention to quality in a dynamic environment.
• Capable of working both independently and collaboratively.
• Skilled in virtual facilitation tools such as MS Teams, including breakout rooms, polling, and whiteboards.
• Demonstrated problem-solving, communication, and project management capabilities.
• Proficient in evaluating learning data and providing actionable insights.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical thinking and organizational skills.
• Commitment to professional growth and continuous learning.

Leadership Expectations

• Strategic mindset with the ability to anticipate future skill needs and design scalable solutions.
• Translates team and organizational priorities into actionable goals and outcomes.
• Builds effective partnerships and communicates ideas clearly to gain alignment.
• Demonstrates resilience and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.
• Fosters a high-performing team culture focused on collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Supports organizational transformation and digital enablement through learning initiatives.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification in Adult Learning or Education.
• Master's degree in Learning & Development, Talent or Organizational Development, Industrial Relations, or a related field.
• CPLP or CPTM certification.
• Experience in mentoring and coaching.
• Certification in psychometric tools such as DiSC.

Experience

• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in learning and development or organizational development.
• Proven experience in managing global learning programs.
• Experience leading direct or matrixed teams.
• Skilled facilitator for both in-person and virtual learning sessions, with knowledge of adult learning principles.
• Experience in instructional design using tools such as PowerPoint, Articulate, Captivate, and others.
• Familiarity with assessment and psychometric tools.

Alight requires all virtual interviews to be conducted on video.

Flexible Working

So that you can be your best at work and home, we consider flexible working arrangements wherever possible. Alight has been a leader in the flexible workspace and "Top 100 Company for Remote Jobs" 5 years in a row.

Benefits

We offer programs and plans for a healthy mind, body, wallet and life because it's important our benefits care for the whole person. Options include a variety of health coverage options, wellbeing and support programs, retirement, vacation and sick leave, maternity, paternity & adoption leave, continuing education and training as well as several voluntary benefit options.

By applying for a position with Alight, you understand that, should you be made an offer, it will be contingent on your undergoing and successfully completing a background check consistent with Alight's employment policies. Background checks may include some or all the following based on the nature of the position: SSN/SIN validation, education verification, employment verification, and criminal check, search against global sanctions and government watch lists, credit check, and/or drug test. You will be notified during the hiring process which checks are required by the position.

Our commitment to Inclusion

We celebrate differences and believe in fostering an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported. We know that diverse teams are stronger, more innovative, and more successful.

At Alight, we welcome and embrace all individuals, regardless of their background, and are dedicated to creating a culture that enables every employee to thrive. Join us in building a brighter, more inclusive future.

As part of this commitment, Alight will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process.If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact alightcareers@alight.com.

Equal Opportunity Policy Statement

Alight is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against anyone based on sex, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital or domestic partner status, citizenship, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristics or conduct covered by federal, state, or local law. In addition, we take affirmative action to employ disabled persons, disabled veterans and other covered veterans.

Alight provides reasonable accommodations to the known limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants for employment with disabilities and sincerely held religious beliefs, practices and observances, unless doing so would result in undue hardship. Applicants for employment may request a reasonable accommodation/modification by contacting their recruiter.

Authorization to work in the Employing Country

Applicants for employment in the country in which they are applying (Employing Country) must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the Employing Country and with Alight.

Note, this job description does not restrict management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities of this job to other entities; including but not limited to subsidiaries, partners, or purchasers of Alight business units.

We offer you a competitive total rewards package, continuing education & training, and tremendous potential with a growing worldwide organization.

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Pay Transparency Statement: Alight considers a variety of factors in determining whether to extend an offer of employment and in setting the appropriate compensation level, including, but not limited to, a candidate's experience, education, certification/credentials, market data, internal equity, and geography. Alight makes these decisions on an individualized, non-discriminatory basis. Bonus and/or incentive eligibility are determined by role and level. Alight also offers a comprehensive benefits package; for specific details on our benefits package, please visit: Wellbeing and Benefits Selector Page - Alight

DISCLAIMER:

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities of this job to other entities; including but not limited to subsidiaries, partners, or purchasers of Alight business units.