Director of Learning and Development

Director Of Learning And Development

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As the Director of Learning and Development, you will lead the design and delivery of transformative learning programs, with a critical focus on Brunswick Blueprint training to drive adoption of our business system for sustained growth and market leadership. Reporting to the VP of Talent & Enterprise HR, you will build L&D capabilities, drive employee skill development, oversee the L&D tech stack and a network of learning administrators, promote best-in-class L&D, and maximize utilization of platforms like LinkedIn Learning, collaborating with business stakeholders, talent management and HR to support a high-performing workforce.

Job Summary

The Director of Learning and Development is a strategic leader responsible for designing, implementing, and managing learning programs to enhance employee skills and support Brunswick's business objectives. This role will be a key connector to drive Brunswick Blueprint training to foster adoption of the company's business system processes. The role builds L&D capabilities, drives a culture of continuous skill development, oversees the L&D tech stack (e.g., LMS, XLPs, etc), manages training delivery through internal facilitation and network of learning administrators, external vendors, and evaluates training effectiveness, particularly for Blueprint adoption. This position collaborates with other areas of talent management to ensure learning programs complement leadership and cultural initiatives without overlap, focusing on technical, professional, and compliance training.

Key Responsibilities

Learning Program Design & Delivery

• Partner with functional SMEs and local administrators, to design and oversee comprehensive learning paths for technical, professional, and compliance training, ensuring alignment with Brunswick's operational and strategic goals.
• Develop scalable training content, including e-learning modules, workshops, and hands-on sessions, tailored to diverse employee levels across Brunswick's global operations.
• Oversee internal and external facilitation of training sessions, ensuring effective delivery.
• In collaboration with local administrators and core Blueprint workstreams, drive consistency and best practices in training facilitation across internal and external facilitators to improve quality and throughput.
• Foster a culture of continuous skill development, motivating employees to prioritize upskilling through engagement campaigns, incentives, and alignment with career goals, enhancing workforce agility and innovation.

Brunswick Blueprint Training Ownership

L&D Tech Stack & Vendor Management

Training Effectiveness & Metrics

Vendor & Partner Management

Coordinate with internal trainers and subject matter experts to deliver specialized training.

Collaboration & Alignment

Team Leadership

Required Qualifications

8-12 years in HR or L&D, with 5+ years in learning program design and delivery in global, matrixed organizations.

Strategic learning design and curriculum development expertise

Desired Qualifications

Next is Now! We value growth and development, recognizing that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying.

Brunswick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is key to innovation and inspiration and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply. If you require accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact hrsharedservices@brunswick.com for support.

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