Lead Learning & Development Specialist

Lead Learning & Development Specialist

At ICON, it's our people that set us apart. Our diverse teams enable us to become a better partner to our customers and help us to fulfil our mission to advance and improve patients' lives.

Our 'Own It' culture is driven by four key values that bring us together as individuals and set us apart as an organisation: Accountability & Delivery, Collaboration, Partnership and Integrity. We want to be the Clinical Research Organisation that delivers excellence to our clients and to patients at every touch-point. In short, to be the partner of choice in drug development.

That's our vision. We're driven by it. And we need talented people who share it.
If you're as driven as we are, join us. You'll be working in a dynamic and supportive environment, with some of the brightest and the friendliest people in the sector, and you'll be helping shape an industry.

We have a great opportunity for a Lead learning and Development Specialist to join ICONU, ICON's learning, and Development group.

The role:
Working as part of the global ICON University, the purpose of this role is, to lead the diagnosis, design, development and delivery of learning and development solutions to meet the identified needs of ICON's employees at all levels, enabling them to develop and grow as trusted partners to all our customers, external and internal. To lead and/ or support broader Organisation Development projects.
* Partnering with the business to lead the diagnosis, design, and implementation of development interventions, with internal and external customers.
* Lead an assigned team of Learning & Development specialists to build and design training curriculum (including virtual and online) integrating adult learning theory into multi-platform training.
* Handle the scheduling, coordination and delivery of a range of learning interventions. Credibly work with and contribute to audiences up to senior management level.
* Design, develop and implement self-paced and blended online learning content and solutions.
* Actively Evaluate and assess the efficiency and quality of assigned learning interventions and act on outcomes and feedback to ensure interventions keep pace with and anticipate the business need.
* Build strong working relationships with relevant business leaders associated with programmes of work and subject matter experts.
* Identify and handle suitable external vendors, as appropriate, to develop and/ or facilitate learning interventions.
* Look for and share with the team opportunities for continuous improvement of processes and training programmes
* Lead the budget associated with assigned work, as applicable.
* Advise and support the design and successful implementation of Organisation Development and Effectiveness programmes and projects, as assigned.
* Handle and or Support ICON University learning initiatives as assigned

You will need:
* BS, BSc, BA or equivalent in relevant discipline - Training, Learning & Development, Education, Management, Psychology, HR or other.
* In depth shown experience in relevant discipline in Training, Learning & Development, Education, Management, Psychology, HR or other
* Demonstrates the ICON proficiencies, including Leadership competencies, as applicable
* Demonstrates excellent communication, training, facilitation and mentorship skills
* Ability to work as part of a remote global team and to train effectively with diverse audiences
* Proven ability to design and develop self-paced online learning content
* Demonstrates knowledge of current learning technologies and principles
* Proven ability to work with Senior leadership
* Prior experience conducting presentations or facilitating training in English

Benefits of Working in ICON:
Our success depends on the quality of our people. That's why we've made it a priority to build a culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent.

We offer very competitive salary packages. And to keep them competitive, we regularly benchmark them against our competitors. Our annual bonuses reflect delivery of performance goals - both ours and yours.
We also provide a range of health-related benefits to employees and their families and offer competitive retirement plans - and related benefits such as life assurance - so you can save and plan with confidence for the years ahead.
But beyond the competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, you'll benefit from an environment where you are encouraged to fulfil your sense of purpose and drive lasting change.

ICON is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer and is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please let us know through the form below.