Learning and Development Business Partner Director

RSM US LLP

. Serve as the senior strategic learning and capability advisor to an assigned line of business and its leaders .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeMinneapolis • United StatesLead💰 $147,000 - $260,700 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in strategic learning and capability development, with a strong focus on organizational transformation, stakeholder alignment, and performance consulting. Proficient in leading cross-functional teams and managing complex initiatives that drive business performance and talent development.

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Strategic Learning DevelopmentOrganizational Transformation LeadershipPerformance ConsultingFinancial ManagementStakeholder Alignment

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Hard Skills

Capability DevelopmentInstructional DesignPerformance EvaluationData AnalysisBudgetingInvestment PrioritizationRisk ManagementChange ManagementAdult Learning PrinciplesComplex Problem Solving

Soft Skills

Executive-Level CommunicationInfluencing Senior LeadersFacilitation SkillsTeam BuildingAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft PowerPointMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelSharePointLearning TechnologyDigital Learning ToolsPerformance Support SystemsKnowledge Enablement Solutions

Industry Keywords

Learning and DevelopmentCapability BuildingOrganizational EffectivenessTalent ManagementEnterprise Initiatives

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the senior strategic learning and capability advisor to an assigned line of business and its leaders
Translate business, workforce, and talent priorities into integrated capability strategies and multi-year roadmaps
Identify capability risks and opportunities and distinguish capability needs from other performance barriers
Lead organizational transformation and adoption of new operating models, workflows, roles, governance structures, and technologies
Lead change efforts requiring stakeholder alignment across service lines, Talent, Learning Operations, Talent Technology, and shared services
Own the strategic portfolio of capability investments and establish priorities and governance for major initiatives
Oversee the business partner budget and recommend resource and investment trade-offs
Mobilize and guide cross-functional teams and communicate strategy, progress, decisions, risks, and actions
Define measures and evaluate the business, talent, learner, adoption, and performance impact of capability investments
Contribute to enterprise strategy, operating priorities, governance, and organizational performance as a member of the L&D leadership team
Lead or sponsor enterprise initiatives across businesses, functions, and geographies
Build and develop a high-performing, inclusive team of learning professionals
Serve as a performance advisor to Managers and/or Associate Directors and support feedback, career development, and succession

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant experience required
Typically 12+ years of overall experience, with significant relevant experience in learning and development, capability building, performance consulting, organizational effectiveness, talent, or a related discipline
Demonstrated success developing strategies that impact business performance and leading large-scale, global, complex, or enterprise-wide initiatives
Demonstrated experience influencing senior leaders, maintaining key internal client relationships, and navigating sensitive or high-impact business matters
Experience leading professional teams and serving as a performance advisor to experienced people leaders
Strategic and systems thinking
Executive-level consulting, influence, facilitation, and communication skills
Deep knowledge of adult learning, performance consulting, capability development, instructional design, assessment, transfer of learning, and evaluation
Ability to use qualitative and quantitative data to diagnose needs, establish measures, and communicate business impact
Ability to lead through ambiguity, manage risk, resolve complex issues, and adapt priorities while maintaining focus on outcomes
Ability to lead across organizational boundaries and align stakeholders
Financial and portfolio management capability, including budgeting, investment prioritization, resource decisions, and vendor oversight
Working knowledge of learning technology, digital learning, performance support, knowledge enablement, and emerging approaches
Proficiency with Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, Excel, SharePoint, and other tools needed to analyze, communicate, and manage strategic work

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive benefits and compensation package
Flexible schedule
Discretionary bonus based on firm and individual performance
Reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities