Smithbucklin is seeking an experienced Talent Development Manager to manage company-wide learning and development projects and programs. This position reports to the Talent Development Director and will collaborate within HR and across units. We are looking for an individual who will contribute to the evolution and growth of our programming and improve employee experience.

At Smithbucklin, we embody a culture driven by optimism, ambition, expertise, and thoughtfulness, where every team member is empowered to exceed expectations and deliver exceptional results for our clients. Join us in shaping the future of association management, where our values serve as the cornerstone of our success.

About Smithbucklin and Our Work Environment

Smithbucklin empowers associations and communities that enrich society and move industries forward. Working together, we help organizations reimagine solutions to nurture growth, advance missions, and increase reach and impact. From complete association management solutions to a full array of expert capabilities propelled by talent, versatility, and creativity, we help associations achieve their greatest potential. Our mission is to achieve the missions of the client organizations we serve and provide uncompromised stewardship for their long-term prosperity. The work environment is collaborative, with teams organized through a matrix of skill levels and expertise. The company is 100% employee owned. We have a flexible approach to working from home. This role will be based in either our Chicago or DC office with the expectation of three days a week in office.

What You Will Do

• Facilitate and support learning and development projects including:
• Our people manager effectiveness program (a DDI certified program), which is a blended learning series of online, virtual and in-person learning sessions
• Manager basics and our coaching series targeted to new and developing managers.
• The development of skill-focused learning courses and learning paths for targeted competencies in support our strategic plan.
• Learning paths and courses for senior managers and above.
• Support a variety of courses and programming in partnership with team members, including new employee orientation, onboarding, Smithbucklin 101.
• Collaborate with the talent development team to improve the quality and effectiveness of our curriculum.
• Collaborate with employee-led groups and committees to drive employee engagement and support.
• Participate in other TD projects as needed.

This role might be for you if...

• You enjoy facilitating virtual and in person learning courses and supporting employee development and growth.
• You’re energized by working with others to improve employee experience. You always want to make things better.
• You are successful at simultaneously executing operational tasks while driving forward on projects. You can manage multiple tasks simultaneously in a hands-on manner, adjusting to issues as they arise.
• You can connect multiple inputs to assess needs and opportunities; you are a holistic, creative problem solver.
• You keep your commitments and are trusted for your high quality work and prompt delivery.
• You are able to link the needs of the business with the operations of learning and development.
• You proactively build relationships and stay close to the needs of clients and the business while considering learning best practices and industry trends.
• You are effective in a fast-paced, matrixed organizational environment and comfortable in a professional services world where people are very client focused.
• You enjoy interacting with employees at all levels, don’t shy away from group facilitation and know how to inject energy and enthusiasm into things – whether it be a project team or small group discussion.

Your professional journey looks like this...

• BA or BS degree or equivalent experience.
• Experience facilitating various types of learning courses.
• 5 years of progressive learning and development and/or HR experience.
• Experience designing learning courses or programs.
• Proven project management experience.

Where Do You Fit?

Whether you are just beginning your career or are a mid- or senior-level professional, working at Smithbucklin will offer you countless opportunities to develop transferrable skills, acquire meaningful knowledge and gain rich experiences at an accelerated pace. By working collaboratively with smart, ambitious, multi-talented, genuine and hardworking colleagues, you will build meaningful, deep and enduring relationships that will serve you well throughout your career, regardless of your chosen path. In addition, as a 100 percent employee-owned company, Smithbucklin offers all of our people – regardless of position or compensation – an equal chance to experience the fulfillment and reap the benefits of ownership. As owners, our employees control the destiny of Smithbucklin and are unified in the goal of building a great, enduring company.

Equal Employment Opportunity

At Smithbucklin, Equal Employment Opportunity is our commitment and goal. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status or any other protected status designated by federal, state or local law. Applicants are encouraged to confidentially self-identify when applying. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a reference and background investigation based on position.

Smithbucklin will not sponsor applicants for work visas and as a precondition of employment, you must be authorized to work in the United States permanently