Learning and Development - Principal

MathWorks

(Natick, Massachusetts)

Full Time

Job Posting Details

About MathWorks

MathWorks is the leading developer of mathematical computing software. Engineers and scientists worldwide rely on its products to accelerate the pace of discovery, innovation, and development.

Summary

As a member of the Learning and Development team, this position will be responsible for contributing to the design and delivery of the professional and management development programs for worldwide staff.

Responsibilities

Develop and deliver face to face and distance-learning programs, as well as self-serve resources, to support professional and management development needs
Work with HR Business Partners and business leaders to understand and analyze the needs of the business; design and deliver high-impact, practical solutions to improve organization effectiveness
Develop approaches and tools that reinforce learning and enhance managers’ ability to support staff development
Source and partner with vendors to address learning and development needs, as appropriate
Monitor quality; identify and collaborate on improvements to learning programs and resources
Develop and analyze metrics to assess efficacy of learning solutions

Ideal Candidate

* A bachelor's degree and 12 years of professional work experience is required.
* Bachelors’ degree, Masters preferred
* 12+ years of Human Resources experience and at least 5 specifically in Learning and Development.
* Subject matter expert in training design, delivery, and reinforcement in the areas of leadership, management, communication skills, team and staff development, and other business skills.
* Highly skilled in creating and delivering presentations and facilitating meetings (including on-line and distance delivery experience) with a variety of audiences
* Knowledge and abilities in the principles and practices of organizational development
* Background in process improvement practices and tools desirable, including knowledge of LEAN and Six Sigma approaches 
* Excellent leadership and teamwork skills, with a demonstrated ability to collaborate across teams and roles.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills
* Demonstrated analytical, critical thinking and problem solving skills
* Able to balance big-picture thinking with day-to-day details and deliverables; strong emphasis on quality
* Strong project management and change management skills
* Computer skills in MS office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word), SharePoint, and HRIS.
* Comfortable using on-line collaboration and training development tools such as Lync, Captivate, Camtasia, Articulate and LMS systems

A bachelor's degree and 12 years of professional work experience is required.
Bachelors’ degree, Masters preferred
12+ years of Human Resources experience and at least 5 specifically in Learning and Development.
Subject matter expert in training design, delivery, and reinforcement in the areas of leadership, management, communication skills, team and staff development, and other business skills.
Highly skilled in creating and delivering presentations and facilitating meetings (including on-line and distance delivery experience) with a variety of audiences
Knowledge and abilities in the principles and practices of organizational development
Background in process improvement practices and tools desirable, including knowledge of LEAN and Six Sigma approaches
Excellent leadership and teamwork skills, with a demonstrated ability to collaborate across teams and roles.
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated analytical, critical thinking and problem solving skills
Able to balance big-picture thinking with day-to-day details and deliverables; strong emphasis on quality
Strong project management and change management skills
Computer skills in MS office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word), SharePoint, and HRIS.
Comfortable using on-line collaboration and training development tools such as Lync, Captivate, Camtasia, Articulate and LMS systems