Learning and Development Program Manager
Mercury- Full Time
- Junior (1 to 2 years)
Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree in Education, Organizational Development, Human Resources, Business, or a related field, and a minimum of 8 years of experience in Learning and Development, including leadership of large-scale initiatives focused on onboarding, role enablement, leadership development, and career growth. Strong expertise in instructional design, adult learning principles, and experiential learning methodologies is required, along with a data-driven mindset and the ability to connect learning activities to business outcomes.
The Senior Manager of Talent Enablement will lead the design, delivery, and continuous improvement of programs that accelerate employee readiness, productivity, and engagement from day one through key moments in their career journey. They will build upon and establish a framework for designing and executing end-to-end scalable programs for the development of leaders, managers, and employees at all levels, partnering closely with People Business Partners, Business Leaders, and subject matter experts (SMEs) to ensure the workforce is equipped with the knowledge, skills, and mindset needed to thrive. This role involves conducting needs assessments to identify skill gaps and learning priorities, establishing metrics to evaluate program effectiveness, managing the L&D budget and vendor relationships, and collaborating with leadership to understand business strategies and identify/diagnose learning and skill gaps, as well as developing function-specific onboarding roadmaps and success milestones.
Provides fast funding solutions for small businesses
Forward Financing offers fast and flexible funding solutions to small businesses in the United States, focusing on those who may not qualify for traditional bank loans. Their main product is a merchant cash advance, which provides a lump sum of cash in exchange for a percentage of future sales, allowing for quick funding often within 24 hours. Unlike traditional lenders, Forward Financing operates in the alternative lending space, providing a more accessible application process, though at higher fees due to the increased risk. The company's goal is to support small business growth by offering reliable funding while adhering to high ethical standards.