Lead Talent Development Manager
Why UKG:
At UKG, the work you do matters. The code you ship, the decisions you make, and the care you show a customer all add up to real impact. Today, tens of millions of workers start and end their days with our workforce operating platform. Helping people get paid, grow in their careers, and shape the future of their industries. That's what we do.
We never stop learning. We never stop challenging the norm. We push for better, and we celebrate the wins along the way. Here, you'll get flexibility that's real, benefits you can count on, and a team that succeeds together. Because at UKG, your work matters-and so do you.
About the Role:
As a full-time Lead Program Manager, you will play a pivotal role in driving the design, implementation, execution, and facilitation of learning programming. With a big-picture perspective and a future-focused mindset, you are critical to the talent development and growth of our global employees and people leaders. Your strong sense of ownership and agility enable you to accelerate designs and tailor talent solutions to yield tremendous impact throughout the organization.
• You will leverage human-centric design processes to design engaging and impactful learning solutions
• Lead the end-to-end lifecycle of learning programs-from intake and scoping through design, creation of learning objectives, delivery, evaluation, execution and sunsetting-ensuring program effectiveness and alignment with business goals and learner needs
• Drive effective discovery through qualitative and quantitative tools specific to L&D practices
• Implement needs analysis, program delivery, execution, go-to-market plan, and monitor ongoing effectiveness in partnership with Learning Operations
• Collaborate with HR CoEs, HRBPs, and senior business leaders to develop, implement, and deliver learning solutions that support the talent and skills needs of the business
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• Facilitate the delivery of leadership programming for internal audiences
• Coordinate with internal and/or 3rd party learning partners to create and delivery learning plans
• Lead initiatives to assess and shape organizational culture to foster an inclusive, high-performing, and innovative work environment
• Participate in developing or managing a budget and operating plan for the program in partnership with Learning Operations
• Serve as a strategic advisor to senior leaders, contributing to enterprise-wide talent initiatives and organizational development efforts."
• Participate in shaping the strategic direction of UKG's talent development efforts
• You lead with influence, guiding cross-functional teams and mentoring peers while aligning learning initiatives with enterprise-wide goals
Qualifications:
• Degree in Learning Design, Educational Technology or Design, Project Management, Organizational Development, Training and Development or equivalent; advanced degree preferred
• Proven track record of 6+ years of experience in learning and development, program management, or a related field
• Advanced proficiency in learning technologies, instructional design tools, and program planning
• Expertise in needs analysis, creating learning objectives, and strategic program design
• Advanced stakeholder management and communication skills
• Proven ability to lead complex, high-impact learning initiatives
• Experience managing ambiguity and delivering results in dynamic environments
• Proactively drives initiatives with a strong sense of ownership and accountability
• Design and implement scalable learning solutions that are adaptable across global regions, ensuring cultural relevance and accessibility for diverse audiences
• Builds trust and rapport with stakeholders at all levels and manages internal stakeholder relationships effectively to drives alignment
• Remains flexible and responsive to changes in project scope or unexpected challenges, quickly assessing situations and adjusting project plans as needed
• Innovates and applies industry best practices to enhance learning experiences
• Stays at the forefront of industry trends and shares insights with the team
• Leads peers while fostering a collaborative team environment
• Uses data and feedback to evaluate program effectiveness and inform continuous improvement
Company Overview:
UKG is the Workforce Operating Platform that puts workforce understanding to work. With the world's largest collection of workforce insights, and people-first AI, our ability to reveal unseen ways to build trust, amplify productivity, and empower talent, is unmatched. It's this expertise that equips our customers with the intelligence to solve any challenge in any industry - because great organizations know their workforce is their competitive edge. Learn more at ukg.com.
UKG is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace, including the recruitment process.
Disability Accommodation in the Application and Interview Process
For individuals with disabilities that need additional assistance at any point in the application and interview process, please email UKGCareers@ukg.com
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Health Reimbursement Account
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- FSA
- FSA With Employer Contribution
- HSA
- HSA With Employer Contribution
- Fitness Subsidies
- On-Site Gym
- Virtual Fitness Classes
Parental Benefits
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
- Adoption Assistance Program
- Family Support Resources
- Adoption Leave
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Remote Work Opportunities
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Casual Dress
- Happy Hours
- Company Outings
- Holiday Events
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Unlimited Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Personal/Sick Days
- Volunteer Time Off
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- Company Equity
- Performance Bonus
- Profit Sharing
Professional Development
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Mentor Program
- Shadowing Opportunities
- Access to Online Courses
- Internship Program
Diversity and Inclusion