[Hiring] Lead – Leadership Development Experience Design @GP Strategies

Role Description

Seeking a visionary and strategic Organizational Capability Lead to spearhead the design, development, and deployment for two critical areas in our learning portfolio. This role will focus on building scalable, high-impact virtual leadership development experiences for two key audiences:

• Individual Contributors – “Leading Self” track
• People Leaders - People Management fundamentals

This role will work closely with the Capability Leads for People Leader Enablement & Growth Series to identify the gaps that are not addressed by the enablement and growth series strategies and/or are identified through this work. This Director-level role is ideal for a seasoned expert in:

• Leadership development
• Virtual learning modalities
• Scaled learning strategies

The successful candidate will bring deep subject matter expertise, creativity, and a learner-centric mindset to architect experiences that drive measurable growth in leadership capabilities and mindsets across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Program Strategy & Design
  • Lead the end-to-end strategy for People Leader fundamentals – working with the Capability Leads for People Leader Enablement and Growth Series.
  • Lead the end-to-end strategy for “Leading Self” working with the Capability Leads for Growth Series and identifying the gaps and areas for development.
  • Define learning outcomes and success metrics for both tracks: “Leading Self” and People Leader fundamentals.
  • Partner with internal stakeholders to ensure alignment with culture, values, and business priorities.
• Learning Experience Development
  • Working with a team of instructional designers to co-create engaging, scalable virtual learning experiences.
  • Leverage a mix of modalities including:
    • Self-directed digital learning
    • Synchronous small-group sessions
    • AI-enabled practice environments
  • Ensure content is inclusive, accessible, and relevant across diverse learner populations.
• Capability Building Focus
  • Identify people leader skill gaps and how to address in key areas including and not limited to:
    • Understanding the People Manager role
    • Onboarding and integration
    • People Processes & Tools
  • For Leading Self developing learning that fosters mindsets that accelerate growth:
    • Building trust
    • Emotional intelligence
    • Growth mindset
    • Enterprise and agile mindset
    • Inclusive leadership
• Measurement & Impact
  • Establish KPIs and feedback loops to assess learner engagement, skill application, and business impact.
  • Continuously iterate based on data insights and learner feedback.
• Thought Leadership & Innovation
  • Stay ahead of trends in virtual learning, leadership development, and AI-enabled learning.
  • Bring bold, creative ideas to engage learners and foster a culture of continuous growth.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in leadership development, organizational capability building, or related fields.
• Proven track record in designing and scaling virtual learning programs.
• Expertise in adult learning theory, instructional design, and digital learning technologies.
• Strong facilitation and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Experience with AI-enabled learning tools and platforms is a plus.
• Passion for inclusive leadership and growth-oriented cultures.

Requirements

• Strategic systems thinker with a passion for scaling leadership development across diverse learner populations and connecting dots for leaders.
• Creative architect of virtual learning experiences, with a bias for execution and measurable impact.
• User experience-minded, designing coherent, inclusive, engaging, and emotionally resonant learning journeys.
• Strong communicator and collaborator, able to influence across functions and levels.
• Passionate about empowering leaders, fostering growth mindsets, and accelerating organizational capability.

Company Description

GP Strategies is a global leader in learning and workforce transformation, helping organizations build future-ready talent through innovative learning solutions and leadership development. We serve diverse industries including:

• Life Sciences
• Financial Services
• Technology
• Manufacturing
• Energy
• Government

With a presence in 35+ countries and 40+ offices across the Americas, EMEA, and APAC—including India, the US, UK, and Australia—GP Strategies combines global expertise with local insight to drive business impact.

GP Strategies Corporation is one of the world's leading talent transformation providers. By delivering award-winning learning and development solutions, we help organizations transform through their people and achieve meaningful change.

GP Strategies is committed and proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related conditions, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other federally protected class.