Director, Learning Design
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Are you experienced in turning learner-firstskills-basedcontentinto practical delivery at scale Do you bring credibility and influencetocross-functional conversations where learning design assessment and business realities intersectAre you motivated by leading experienced practitioners aligning perspectives and building the partnerships needed to deliver meaningful change
AsDirector Learning Designyou will playa central rolein advancing the evolution of CFA Institutes curricula championing approaches that connect learning to real-world practice across our portfolio of credentials certificates and emerging offerings. You will provide functional leadership to learning design unify practice across products and work closely with peers and senior leaders to embed learning design more effectively across the education portfolio.
WhatYoullDo
Execute CFA Institutes learning design strategy translating learner-first and skills-based principles into practical scalable design frameworks
Support the adoption of skills-based learning through clear standards proof points and ways of working that can be applied consistently
Provide day-to-day functional leadership to a globally distributed team of senior learning designers and contingent workers
Bring together diverse design approaches acrossourcredentialand certificatecurriculainto a more cohesivestandardisedpractice
Establish clear learning design roles and decision ownership while working in close partnership with Product Learning Strategy Content Exams IT and Operations
Embed learning design earlier in programme lifecycles influencing scope sequencing and delivery decisions
Build alignment momentum and shared accountability across a complex collaborative stakeholder environment
WhatWereLooking For
Significant experienceleading learning design or instructional design within adult professional or higher education environments
Background gained within edtech organisations professional or financial services education providers credentialing bodies or digitally enabled higher or executive education settings
Proven people leadership experience including supporting and developing senior practitionersdesirable
Bachelors orMastersdegree in Instructional Design Learning Sciences Education or related field
Demonstrated delivery oflearner-firstandskills-based learning approaches with evidence of translating theory into operational practice
Strong grounding in adult learning theory instructional design methodologies and learning technologies
Experience working with LMS platforms and learning analytics tools; Canvas experience is an advantage
Demonstrated experience influencing outcomes and building alignment across diverse stakeholders in collaborative organisations
Clear confident communication skills and a collaborative delivery-focused leadership style
Why Join Us
Opportunity to shape learning design practice across globally recognised education programmes
A meaningfulchange-management rolein the evolution of CFAInstitutes curriculadesignconnecting learningto real world practice across ourportfolio
Leadership of an experienced and engaged learning design team
Close working relationships with peers across education product assessment and technology
The chance to contribute to the future of professional learning in the investment industry
At CFA Institute we are committed to transparency and equity in our hiring compliance with wage transparency laws in many of the jurisdictions in which we recruit we provide the following information regarding compensation for this position: Expected salary range: US $130000-$170000 / UK per year. All salary ranges are subject to adjustment based on experience education location and other factors relevant to the position. Additional benefits include eligibility for an annual incentive bonus a 12% employer contribution to a 401(k)/pension plan and a comprehensive medical benefits package.
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About CFA Institute
CFA Institute are the global leader in investment excellence and ethics. With nearly 200000 charterholders across 160 markets we drive professional growth ethical behavior and better markets. We care about our employees well-being offering industry-leading benefits like:
Comprehensive health coverage for you and your family
Generous leave and time off
Competitive retirement plans
Flexible work options
Wellness education and support programs
If you feel this opportunity could be the next step in your career we encourage you to click Apply and complete our three-minute application.
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Director
Key Skills
- Rhinoceros 3D
- Information Architecture
- Ux
- Usability
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe Illustrator
- Experience Design
- Grasshopper
- Sketch
- Sign Manufacturing
- Adobe Indesign
About Company
We offer the CFA® and CIPM® designations, along with other programs and certificates that support finance professionals at all career stages.
