Learning and Development Specialist

The Inland Group of Companies

. Design, coordinate, implement, and continuously improve learning, development, and employee experience programs across the Inland Group of Companies.

Posted 11/5/2026full-timeTruro • CanadaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and implementing learning and development programs that align with organizational goals, while effectively managing employee engagement and performance management initiatives. Proficient in conducting training needs assessments and analyzing program effectiveness to enhance employee development outcomes.

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Learning And Development Program DesignEmployee Engagement InitiativesTraining Needs AssessmentLearning Management Systems (LMS)Performance Management

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Hard Skills

Learning Program EvaluationSkills Gap AnalysisCareer Development ProgramsMentorship Program DevelopmentSuccession PlanningOrganizational DevelopmentTraining Compliance MonitoringInclusive Learning Experience Design

Soft Skills

CollaborationCommunicationLeadership

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office (Excel)E-Learning Tools (Articulate, Captivate)

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Human ResourcesCPLP or Similar Credentials

Industry Keywords

Talent ManagementEmployee Experience ProgramsOnboarding ProgramsPerformance Review ProcessOrganizational Charts Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, coordinate, implement, and continuously improve learning, development, and employee experience programs across the Inland Group of Companies.
Coordinate and facilitate new hire onboarding and corporate orientation programs across the organization.
Conduct skills gap analyses and partner with leaders to identify workforce development needs and recommend learning solutions.
Develop and support career development, mentorship, leadership development, and succession planning programs to strengthen talent pipelines.
Administer and coordinate the annual performance review process, including communication, training, tracking, reporting, and ongoing process improvements.
Lead employee engagement initiatives, surveys, action planning, recognition programs, loyalty programs, and service award programs.
Coordinate, facilitate, track, and report on mandatory and developmental training programs while monitoring training compliance.
Maintain organizational charts, manage job description reviews and updates, and ensure HR documentation is accurately maintained.
Evaluate learning and development initiatives, analyze program effectiveness, and provide recommendations to improve employee development outcomes and return on investment.
Work closely with managers and business leaders to develop high-potential employees and enhance employee retention and engagement.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in learning and development, training, talent management, or a related HR discipline.
Experience designing, implementing, and evaluating learning and development programs that align with organizational goals.
Proven experience supporting employee engagement, succession planning, career development, mentorship programs, performance management, and organizational development initiatives.
Strong ability to conduct training needs assessments, identify skills gaps, and recommend effective development solutions.
Experience analyzing learning data, measuring program effectiveness, and making recommendations for continuous improvement.
Proficiency with learning management systems (LMS), Microsoft Office applications including Excel, and learning technologies; experience with e-learning tools such as Articulate or Captivate is considered an asset.
Demonstrated ability to design and deliver inclusive and culturally sensitive learning experiences for diverse employee populations.
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Education, Organizational Development, or a related field required; Master’s degree and professional certifications such as CPLP or similar credentials are preferred.
Occasional travel required (less than 10%).

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive wages
Insurance - health, dental and life, AD&D and LTD
401(k) retirement plan with company match / Pension plan with employer match
Employee Assistance Program
Employee discounts
Advancement opportunities
On the job training
Employee Recognition Program
DailyPay
Flexible schedule
$300 referral bonuses - unlimited