Learning and Development Consultant
Verra MobilitySalary not specified
Full Time
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)
Learning & Development Lead at Thermo Fisher Scientific
Lagunilla, Provincia de Guanacaste, Costa Rica
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Life Sciences, Biotechnology, PharmaceuticalsIndustries
Requirements
- Demonstrable Learning and Development management experience gained within a complex, shared services environment
- Strong experience in adult learning and development; managing L&D teams
- Outstanding People Manager Skills
- Ability to work independently, within a team, and across teams
- Capable of handling multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
- Excellent presentation, verbal, and written communication skills across all levels of the organization
Responsibilities
- Work in partnership with site leadership teams, workstream leads and the global Learning & Development team to define and implement the GBS Costa Rica SSC’s Learning and Development plan that meets short-term priorities whilst focusing on long term business objectives
- Proactively manage all aspects of learning initiatives (Analysis, Design, Develop, Implement, Evaluate, Administrate), including new hire On-boarding, Professional and Process training, leadership, competencies and culture development initiatives
- Build and maintain effective work relationships with internal and external partners
- Develop and deliver training related to identified L&D priorities
- Develop and manage detailed learning and development plans from initial needs analysis through delivery and measurement
- Measure the effectiveness of training events and learning initiatives, including clear metrics that drive continuous improvement
- Evolve policy, procedure and strategy that take into account the changing dynamics of the site
- Own and manage the local L&D budget and vendor contracts
- Own, manage and deliver Manager Development training
- Act as the local ambassador for corporate learning and development programs
- Manage and develop the local L&D Team
- Build, manage, train and support the local internal trainer network, act as the point of contact for them
- Ensure audit readiness on the Learning and Development area
- Lead and manage multiple learning and development projects throughout their lifecycle, from initial scoping and planning to execution and evaluation
- Evaluate and select external vendors or consultants as needed. Manage vendor relationships, negotiate contracts, and ensure the quality and timely delivery of outsourced learning solutions
- Stay updated with industry trends and practices to ensure continuous improvement of learning and development programs
- Stay current with learning technologies and tools. Identify and recommend innovative and cost-effective learning technologies to enhance learning experiences and improve learning outcomes
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
What is the work location for this Learning & Development Lead position?
The role is based at the Global Business Services (GBS) Shared Service Center (SSC) for the Costa Rica site.
What is the salary or compensation for this role?
This information is not specified in the job description.
What key responsibilities require skills for this position?
The role requires skills in defining and implementing learning strategies, managing all aspects of learning initiatives (Analysis, Design, Develop, Implement, Evaluate, Administrate), measuring training effectiveness with metrics, leading projects, and managing teams and budgets.
What is the company culture like at Thermo Fisher Scientific?
The company promotes a sustained positive learning culture, with a mission to enable customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer through innovative technologies and services.
What makes a strong candidate for the Learning & Development Lead role?
Strong candidates will have experience partnering with leadership to define learning strategies, managing full learning initiatives and teams, delivering training programs, measuring effectiveness with metrics, and leading L&D projects while managing budgets.
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Provides life sciences products and services
About Thermo Fisher Scientific
Thermo Fisher Scientific offers a variety of products and services that support scientific research and healthcare, including laboratory equipment, reagents, and software solutions. Their products are used in applications like protein biology, real-time PCR, and sequencing, serving clients such as academic institutions and pharmaceutical companies. Unlike competitors, Thermo Fisher emphasizes customer support and education, helping clients optimize their experiments. The company's goal is to be a leading provider of life sciences solutions that contribute to a healthier and safer world.
Waltham, MassachusettsHeadquarters
1956Year Founded
$17MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Biotechnology, HealthcareIndustries
10,001+Employees