Leadership Development Manager

Affirm

. Lead the design, delivery, and continuous improvement of leadership development programs for aspiring, first-time, and newly hired people leaders, including Leading@ and Leader 101 .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeRemote • CanadaSenior💰 CA$112,000 - CA$172,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and delivering leadership development programs, integrating assessments and coaching, and utilizing data to enhance learning effectiveness. Proven ability to build learning communities and manage program effectiveness through collaboration and innovative problem-solving.

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Leadership Development ProgramsLearning Experience DesignProgram ManagementData-Driven ImprovementBuilding Learning Communities

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Hard Skills

Leadership DevelopmentLearning and DevelopmentTalent ManagementProgram Effectiveness MeasurementPerformance ManagementCoachingWorkshop DesignDigital Learning ResourcesPeer LearningAudience Insights

Soft Skills

CollaborationRelationship BuildingCreative Problem SolvingInfluencingAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

AI ToolsLearning Management SystemsFeedback ToolsAssessment Tools

Industry Keywords

Leadership ExpectationsPerformance ConversationsTeam BuildingCohort-Based ProgramsContinuous Improvement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the design, delivery, and continuous improvement of leadership development programs for aspiring, first-time, and newly hired people leaders, including Leading@ and Leader 101
Create practical support for leadership transitions, including preparing for management, performance conversations, employee coaching, and team building
Design scalable experiences combining interactive workshops, peer learning, self-directed resources, and hands-on practice
Build communities and peer learning experiences for new leaders
Translate Affirm's leadership expectations into practical tools for self-awareness, coaching, feedback, performance management, and team support
Incorporate leadership assessments and coaching
Partner with People Business Partners, Talent Acquisition, Talent Management, and Learning
Gather feedback, test approaches, use data, and improve learning accessibility and effectiveness
Define and track program effectiveness measures, skill development, leadership effectiveness, and performance indicators
Manage learning resources, communications, vendors, and budgets

Requirements

What you’ll need

8+ years of relevant experience with a Bachelor's degree, 6+ years with a Master's degree, 3+ years with a PhD, or equivalent experience in leadership development, learning and development, talent management, or a related field
Experience designing and delivering leadership development programs for new or first-time people leaders, with a track record of creating learning experiences that work at scale
Strong learning and experience design skills, including live learning, digital resources, and hands-on application
Product-oriented approach to learning and development, including audience insights, prioritizing improvements, and using feedback and data
Experience building learning communities, peer networks, or cohort-based programs
Experience integrating leadership assessments and coaching into development programs
Strong program management and collaboration skills
Ability to manage competing priorities, build trusted relationships, and influence cross-functional partners
Creative, resourceful approach to complex problems; willingness to experiment and continuously improve
Comfort using data and emerging technologies, including AI tools

Benefits

Comp & perks

Base pay may include equity rewards
Monthly stipends for health, wellness and tech spending
100% subsidized medical coverage, dental and vision for you and your dependents
Health coverage at no cost: We cover 100% of premiums for employees and their dependents
Spending stipends for tech setup and health and wellness options
Flexible time off
Generous holiday calendars
Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP) lets you buy Affirm stock at a discount
Inclusive interview process and accommodations for candidates with disabilities
Remote-first flexibility
In-person onboarding experience for all new hires