We believe that an integrated and effective talent development program helps create the conditions for engaged employees to do great work, in turn driving a high-performance culture. We are seeking a Manager of Learning who will use their knowledge and experience to help us create, manage, and deliver effective and innovative global talent development programs, processes, resources, and tools. This role will report to the Head of Talent Development and Belonging. In this role, you will provide consultative support on talent management topics to HR business partners (HRBPs) and design learning interventions for the broader organization. With your entrepreneurial approach and ability to navigate a global organization, you will be an integral member of our team and key to our business success!

In this role, you will be responsible for partnering on the creation and implementation of the talent development strategy that supports our strategic priorities. In partnership with key stakeholders, this role will work closely with the Head of Talent Development & Belonging, to build, implement, and continuously improve talent development programs including performance management, talent selection, talent assessment and calibration, leadership and top talent development, succession planning, employee engagement and culture, coaching and performance support. Data analysis and project management skills are critical to success in this role.

Our dynamic work environment attracts forward-thinking, passionate people who strive to build what's next. This role positively and significantly impacts leadership, HR, management, and employees. NerdWallet's culture encourages authenticity and cultivates inclusiveness. We thrive on change and know diversity's value in bringing forward new insights and generating better solutions.

In this role, you will:

• Support the Talent strategy - Contribute to the design and development of talent and leadership development solutions and/or programs (e.g., high potential development, leadership assessment, coaching/mentoring)
• Advise and Partner with People Teams and Leadership on Talent Development & Belonging Topics
• Partner with internal stakeholders to understand the organizational needs, and then analyze, design, develop, and deliver appropriate learning interventions.

If you were here 6 months ago, here are some things you might have worked on:

• Been a key contributor for the organization-wide performance review process, including helping to set the stage for calibrations & producing training materials to support stakeholders
• Assisted in Succession Planning efforts
• Sourcing appropriate vendors to augment leadership development efforts as well as career development programming for underrepresented employees

Where you can make an impact:

• Help us design new programming for Leadership Development and Career Growth
• Optimize the organization from a Talent perspective
• Create a learning library of eLearning, toolkits, resources, etc.
• Help create a Learning Organization

You are:

• Resilient, scrappy and flexible
• A clear communicator
• Passionate about creating effective learning strategies and interventions
• Collaborative, but also know when to make a decision and move forward

Your experience:

We recognize not everyone will meet all of the criteria. If you meet most of the criteria below and you're excited about the opportunity and willing to learn, we'd love to hear from you.

• Program and project management skills, and strong time management and organizational skills
• Knowledge of learning/training and organizational development (OD) techniques, experience and knowledge of OD tools
• Excellent communication skills: verbal, written, editing, presenting, and facilitation
• Strong influencing and collaboration skills
• Strong problem solving, critical thinking, judgment, and decision-making ability.
• Data analysis skills are critical to success in this role.

Experience Managing Programs

• Strong project management skills, including planning, collaborating, communicating, organizing, adapting, and influencing and lead project team members, hold well-constructed meetings, and facilitate groups
• Microsoft Excel experience, and familiarity with various collaboration tools and platforms (e.g., Microsoft Teams, SharePoint)
• Experience leading focus groups and seeking feedback from surveys

Delivering Content / Consulting Skills

• Experience in facilitating leadership development training (face-to-face and virtual delivery) and strong advising and business-partnering skills
• Track record of building and maintaining strong relationships across functions & organizations (particularly at senior levels and within HR organization)

You Will Excite Us If You Have

• Practical experience with supporting talent management processes like performance management, succession, and calibration
• Experience in the development of organizational design, supporting organizational effectiveness, and supporting change management initiative(s)
• Stayed current with talent trends and research; display a learning agility and tendency to self-develop
• Excellent writing skills (English), including the ability to produce clear and compelling emails and documents
• The skills to create design-savvy materials
• Passion about learning and leadership development and are looking to help make a difference and impact change by owning and managing a suite of programs.

Where:

• This role will be based in San Francisco, CA or remote (based in the U.S.).
• We believe great work can be done anywhere. No matter where you are based, NerdWallet offers benefits and perks to support the physical, financial, and emotional well being of you and your family.

What we offer:

Work Hard, Stay Balanced (Life's a series of balancing acts, eh?)

• Industry-leading medical, dental, and vision health care plans for employees and their dependents
• Rejuvenation Policy – Flexible Time Off + 13 holidays + 4 Mental Health Days Off
• New Parent Leave for employees with a newborn child or a child placed with them for adoption or foster care
• Mental health support through Ginger.io
• Financial wellness, guidance, and unlimited access to a Certified Financial Planner (CFP) through Northstar
• Paid sabbatical for Nerds to recharge, gain knowledge and pursue their interests
• Health and Dependent Care FSA and HSA Plan with monthly NerdWallet contribution
• Weekly Virtual Bootcamp, Yoga, and Mindfulness Meditation sessions
• Monthly Wellness Stipend, Cell Phone Stipend, and Wifi Stipend

Have Some Fun! (Nerds are fun, too)

• Nerd-led group initiatives – Intramural Sports, Employee Resource Groups for Parents, Diversity, and Inclusion, Women, LGBTQIA, and other communities
• Hackathons, Happy Hours, and team events across all teams and departments
• Company-wide events like Little Nerds Day (aka bring your kids to work day, even if you're remote!) and our annual Charity Auction

Lifestyle (Be your best self - we'll take care of the details)

• Our Nerds love to make an impact by paying it forward – Donate to your favorite causes with a company match
• Work from home equipment stipend and co-working space subsidy
• Anniversary recognition program – choose from different items and experiences
• Commuting stipend

Plan for your future (And when you retire on your island, remember the little people)

• 401K with company match
• Annual Enrichment Stipend for learning and development
• Be the first to test and benefit from our new financial products and tools
• Access to Rocket Lawyer for online legal support and resources

If you are based in California, we encourage you to read this important information for California residents linked here.

NerdWallet is committed to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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