Senior Manager, Learning and Development

The Voleon Group

. Design, build, and own the curriculum and roadmap for Voleon University, a comprehensive learning and development program spanning multiple audiences .

Posted 10/12/2026full-timeBerkeley • California • United StatesSenior💰 $170,000 - $200,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and implementing comprehensive learning programs, utilizing adult learning theory and instructional design best practices. Capable of managing multi-year curriculum roadmaps and building strong relationships with cross-functional stakeholders.

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Learning And DevelopmentInstructional DesignProject ManagementFacilitation SkillsAdult Learning Theory

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Hard Skills

Curriculum DesignOnboarding Program DevelopmentManager Development TrainingSkills-Based TrainingContent Library DevelopmentData Measurement And AnalysisTraining Delivery MethodsProgram Effectiveness MeasurementMulti-Audience Learning CurriculumAutonomous Program Execution

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsRelationship BuildingCollaborationAdaptabilityProblem Solving

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree In Organizational DevelopmentMaster's Degree In Instructional Design

Industry Keywords

Financial ServicesQuantitative FinanceAsset ManagementCorporate UniversityResearch Driven Populations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, build, and own the curriculum and roadmap for Voleon University, a comprehensive learning and development program spanning multiple audiences
Operate as an individual contributor with significant autonomy over program design, sequencing, and execution
Report directly to the Head of People, with regular alignment on priorities and progress against the multi-year roadmap
Build onboarding curriculum to help new hires ramp quickly and understand how Voleon operates
Design first-time manager training
Design experienced manager onboarding for managers new to Voleon
Build work optimization training for individual contributors and managers
Establish a scalable curriculum framework and content library
Determine delivery formats including live facilitation, self-paced modules, or blended approaches
Partner with HR Business Partners and subject matter experts across research, technology, and business functions
Measure program effectiveness through data, feedback, and business outcomes, and iterate based on results
Apply adult learning theory and instructional design best practices to Voleon University's curriculum

Requirements

What you’ll need

7+ years of experience in learning and development, instructional design, or organizational development, including experience building programs from the ground up
Demonstrated success operating as an individual contributor with high autonomy
Demonstrated success designing and launching a multi-audience learning curriculum, ideally including onboarding, manager development, and skills-based training
Exceptional instructional design skills, with the ability to translate complex or technical concepts into effective learning content
Strong understanding of adult learning theory and modern learning delivery methods
Excellent facilitation skills, with experience delivering training to varied audiences from individual contributors to experienced managers
Strong project management skills with the ability to manage a multi-year curriculum roadmap and multiple concurrent workstreams
Demonstrated ability to build strong working relationships with HR Business Partners and cross functional stakeholders
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build credibility with highly technical and academically credentialed audiences
Bachelor's degree in Organizational Development, Instructional Design, Education, Psychology, or related field
Experience building a corporate university or comparable large scale learning program from scratch (preferred)
Experience working with highly technical, credentialed, or research driven populations, such as PhDs or advanced degree holders (preferred)
Experience in financial services, quantitative finance, or asset management (preferred)
Master's degree in Instructional Design, Organizational Development, Education, or related field (preferred)
Legally authorized to work in the United States
Must address current or future visa sponsorship needs

Benefits

Comp & perks

Highly competitive compensation and benefits packages
Technology talks by experts
Beautiful modern office
Daily catered lunches
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Life and AD&D insurance
20 days of paid time off
9 sick days
401(k) plan with a company match
Potential $7,500 referral bonus for a successfully hired and employed referred candidate