Learning & Leadership Development Partner

About the role

The Learning & Leadership Development Partner reports to the Sr. Manager - Talent Management and Learning and focuses on performance management, talent reviews, calibration, leadership development programs, and employee development initiatives through structured programs and experiential learning opportunities. We are hiring for two positions: one based in Houston and one based in Tulsa. Both roles follow a hybrid work schedule.

Responsibilities

• Partner with senior leaders, HR professionals, and stakeholders to assess development needs, create tailored solutions, and foster a culture of continuous learning, inclusion, and growth.
• Deliver and evaluate leadership and employee development programs, including workshops, training sessions, and coaching, aligned with organizational goals and leadership competencies.
• Partner with leaders across the organization to drive talent management processes, including talent reviews, succession planning, and leadership capability building to strengthen the company’s overall talent pipeline and learning culture.
• Use data, assessment tools, and feedback to evaluate program effectiveness, refine initiatives, and stay updated on industry trends and best practices to drive organizational success.
• Deliver leadership and employee development programs.
• Facilitate engaging curriculum, including workshops and simulations.
• Collaborate to deliver workshops, training sessions, team-building activities, and summits.
• Utilize needs assessments to customize content as needed.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of development initiatives using surveys, qualitative feedback, and performance metrics.
• Utilize various assessment tools to measure leadership and employee capabilities.
• Analyze assessment data to coach leaders and create individualized development plans.
• Collaborate with senior leaders and HR business partners to align development programs with organizational goals.
• Create and maintain a leadership competency framework.
• Support succession planning and talent management initiatives.
• Provide one-on-one coaching to emerging and established leaders.
• Foster a culture of continuous learning and a growth mindset.
• Stay current with industry trends and best practices in learning & development.
• Manage external vendors and consultants as needed.
• Provide feedback and recommendations for improvement.
• Receive and act on feedback to improve programs.
• Implement leadership development strategies aligned with ONEOK’s long‑term goals.
• Proactively identify root issues through strategic questioning, leading to tailored interventions and impactful recommendations.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to align leadership development initiatives with business goals and ensure a unified approach to employee growth.
• Oversee leadership development initiatives, ensuring timely and effective delivery of programs.

Requirements

Education: Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, or a related field. Master's Degree.

Experience: Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in leadership development or related field for mid-sized and large organizations.

• Delivered engaging and impactful learning experiences for internal customers.
• Applied a deep understanding of leadership theories and adult learning principles.
• Utilized various learning modalities, including instructor-led and self-paced approaches.
• Influenced and inspired others to foster growth and engagement.
• Managed projects efficiently with strong organizational and time‑management skills.
• Leveraged assessment tools to evaluate and enhance learning outcomes.
• Collaborated effectively with senior leaders and HR professionals to achieve goals.
• Aligned development programs strategically with organizational objectives.
• Analyzed data and solved problems with a results‑driven mindset.
• Proficiently used Microsoft Office Suite and learning management systems.
• Built strong relationships at all levels through excellent interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and professional growth.
• Maintained attention to detail and upheld strong organizational standards.

Physical Demands: Sedentary work – exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally; involves sitting most of the time with occasional walking