Director, Learning & Development

Job Classification:

Corporate - Human Resources

Position Summary

Aligned to Prudential Advisors vision to be recognized as the leading provider of financial advice and solutions and the top destination for talent, the Director, Learning & Development is a critical asset to the business. This position will manage and lead a team that is critical to the success of the growth strategy in a fast paced and demanding business.

The Director is responsible for:

• Development and delivery of management and leadership programs, both virtually and in person, for our field leaders
• Partnering with internal and external partners to identify learning needs of new advisors and delivering just in time sales skills training to prepare for a successful launch
• Incorporating innovative learning methodologies to increase competency and skills for new and experienced advisors
• Managing business specific LMS requirements and reporting in partnership with our external key business partners
• Managing development of workshops aligned to needs of the top advisors at our annual APEX conference
• Assess strategic learning needs, consult with business leaders in the organization for alignment, and then define & drive a strategy to deliver on those needs
• Lead individual, large-scale learning projects and coordinate across the L&D org to deliver on those projects
• Act as an integrator and knowledge broker across business/functions to maximize the impact of learning strategy and deliverables
• Foster an inclusive environment of continuous learning and development.
• Create strong working relationships with peers and business leaders across the enterprise
  
  

Qualifications:

• 7 years of relevant work experience, including 5 years managing a team, which may include virtual employees
• Experience in advisor and field leadership learning and development preferred
• Strong understanding of financial sales organizations, including the needs of both field leaders and advisors at various experience levels
• Proficiency in using AI and other technologies to enhance learning
• Strong relationship management skills
• Strong project management skills with a focus on meeting deliverables and adhering to project plans
• Strong understanding and experience with Prudential Advisors, or similar financial services field structure
• Exceptional relationship-building and partnering skills
• Ability to influence business partners to achieve desired results
• Strong people management experience
• Ability to gather feedback and develop programs that address the ongoing needs of the field
• Capacity to multi-task high-priority projects and deliverables
  
  

Travel is required for the role – approximately 30%. Role is hybrid for candidates within NY/NJ area but can be virtual with frequent trips to the home office (Newark) for qualified virtual candidate(s).

What we offer you:

Prudential is required by state specific laws to include the salary range for this role when hiring a resident in applicable locations. The salary range for this role is from $141,100.00 to $191,000.00. Specific pricing for the role may vary within the above range based on many factors including geographic location, candidate experience, and skills.

• Market competitive base salaries, with a yearly bonus potential at every level.
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, Paid Time Off (PTO), and leave of absences, such as parental and military leave.
• 401(k) plan with company match (up to 4%).
• Company-funded pension plan.
• Wellness Programs including up to $1,600 a year for reimbursement of items purchased to support personal wellbeing needs.
• Work/Life Resources to help support topics such as parenting, housing, senior care, finances, pets, legal matters, education, emotional and mental health, and career development.
• Education Benefit to help finance traditional college enrollment toward obtaining an approved degree and many accredited certificate programs.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan: Shares can be purchased at 85% of the lower of two prices (Beginning or End of the purchase period), after one year of service.
  
  

Eligibility to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program is subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance. To find out more about our Total Rewards package, visit Work Life Balance | Prudential Careers. Some of the above benefits may not apply to part-time employees scheduled to work less than 20 hours per week.

Prudential Financial, Inc. of the United States is not affiliated with Prudential plc. which is headquartered in the United Kingdom.

Prudential is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetics, disability, marital status, age, veteran status, domestic partner status, medical condition or any other characteristic protected by law.

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