Vice President – Learning & Development

Pfizer

. Design and own Pfizer's enterprise Learning & Development strategy .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $274,000 - $456,600 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and implementing enterprise Learning & Development strategies, with a focus on leadership development, AI fluency, and measurable business outcomes. Proven ability to lead large teams, manage budgets, and partner with senior executives to drive organizational growth and capability building.

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Learning & Development StrategyLeadership Development ProgramsAI Fluency IntegrationStakeholder ManagementData-Driven Learning Measurement

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Hard Skills

Capability-Building ProgramsBudget ManagementMeasurement FrameworksCurriculum DesignVendor ManagementAdult Learning PrinciplesAI-Enabled Learning TechnologyOrganizational DevelopmentTalent ManagementChange Management

Soft Skills

Exceptional CommunicationInfluencing SkillsCollaborationCoachingTeam Leadership

Tools & Technologies

Learning PlatformsAnalytics ToolsContent ProvidersAI Tools

Industry Keywords

Human ResourcesGlobal OrganizationDiverse Employee PopulationsC-Suite PartnershipComplex Organizations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design and own Pfizer's enterprise Learning & Development strategy
Lead the strategy, curriculum, and delivery model for leadership development across all levels
Identify enterprise and functional skill gaps and translate them into prioritized, scalable capability-building programs
Own AI Fluency as a direct reporting area and embed AI literacy and applied AI capability into learning pathways
Build and evolve learning strategies serving corporate, field-based, manufacturing, R&D, and commercial colleagues
Lead, develop, and inspire a team of L&D professionals
Own and manage the annual budget, vendors, and learning platforms
Partner with the Chief Talent Officer, business unit leaders, and executive team
Establish measurement frameworks and analytics connecting learning investment to business outcomes
Evaluate and manage external partners, content providers, and technology platforms
Champion continuous learning and growth and position L&D as a strategic enabler
Monitor trends in leadership development, adult learning, and AI-enabled learning technology

Requirements

What you’ll need

15+ years of progressive Learning & Development or Talent Management experience, including significant experience leading L&D within a large, global, complex organization
Experience building and scaling leadership development strategy and programs for multiple leadership levels, including senior executives
Experience designing and delivering capability-building programs that close measurable skill gaps and connect directly to business strategy and outcomes
Experience building learning strategies and content for diverse employee populations across multiple geographies
Direct experience with, or strong point of view on, AI fluency and integrating AI-enabled tools and capability building into enterprise learning strategy
Experience leading and developing large teams and managing significant budgets with strong operational and vendor management discipline
Strong executive presence and stakeholder management skills, with experience partnering directly with C-suite and senior business leaders
Data-driven approach to learning strategy, with experience building measurement frameworks linking learning investment to business impact
Experience operating within large, complex organizations with diverse employee groups
Experience working in other Human Resources functions outside of L&D such as HR Generalist or Talent is preferred
Bachelor's degree required
Advanced degree in Organizational Development, Human Resources, Business, or related field preferred
Exceptional communication and change management skills
Ability to influence and collaborate with peers, develop and coach others, and oversee and guide colleagues
Candidates must be authorized to be employed in the U.S. by any employer
U.S. work visa sponsorship is not available now or in the future
Permanent work authorization in the United States required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Global Performance Plan bonus target of 30.0% of base salary
Share based long term incentive program
401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions
Additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution
Paid vacation
Paid holiday and personal days
Paid caregiver/parental and medical leave
Medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage
Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility