Senior Specialist, Talent Development

Hybrid role in the Greater NY and Austin areas – 2-year fixed term.

About the role

The Senior Specialist, Talent Development designs, implements, and measures learning and development solutions that support EDF Talent Development goals, with regular hands-on work in EDF’s Learning Management System (LMS). This role has a strong focus on developing people and fostering impactful knowledge sharing.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and facilitate engaging learning sessions using instructor-led training, e-learning, blended programs, and webinars tailored to diverse learning styles and organizational levels.
• Manage end-to-end learning and development programs (leadership, professional, or career development), including design, delivery, measurement, scheduling, communications, and technology setup.
• Administer and optimize the LMS to build and manage courses, maintain content, and generate reporting for program tracking and decision-making.
• Establish metrics and measurement processes to assess training impact, develop scorecards, and provide actionable insights for continuous improvement.
• Manage program timelines, budgets, and resources independently; lead multifaceted or cross-functional initiatives as a project lead.
• Collaborate with HR Business Partners to align TD strategies with local and global needs and standards.
• Manage vendor relationships and implement communication strategies for Talent Development initiatives.
• Support Onboarding, Performance Management, and other Talent Development initiatives as needed.
• Advance EDF Organizational Effectiveness and Culture (OEC) Goals, fostering an inclusive environment where diverse backgrounds and experiences are valued.
• Undertake additional projects and responsibilities as assigned, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Psychology, Business Administration, or a related field; equivalent professional experience may substitute.
• 4+ years of experience designing, developing, and facilitating enterprise-wide learning, leadership development, or talent management programs with end-to-end program leadership.
• Hands-on experience administering and optimizing a Learning Management System (LMS) or Talent Management System (Workday Learning strongly preferred; Cornerstone, SAP, Docebo, or similar systems considered).
• Experience managing vendor relationships.

Skills

• Strong facilitation and presentation skills for all staff levels; virtual facilitation experience preferred.
• Ability to work effectively across a dynamic, geographically dispersed organization.
• Excellent customer service, judgment, and interpersonal skills, including tact, diplomacy, and confidentiality.
• Self-awareness, cultural competency, and inclusivity with a commitment to continuous learning and growth.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications; familiarity with e-learning authoring tools (e.g., Articulate 360) a plus.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.

Benefits

Competitive salary, robust benefits, and professional development opportunities consistent with a modern global organization.