Specialist, Learning Programs

The Opportunity At Definity, learning isn't just about delivering courses. It's about building the capabilities that help our people, leaders, and broker partners succeed. As part of our Enterprise Learning and Development team, you’ll play a key role in shaping experiences that build capabilities, accelerate performance and support strategic business priorities. We're looking for a Specialist, Learning Programs to lead the design, delivery, and continuous evolution of enterprise learning initiatives that make a measurable difference. This is a highly autonomous role where you'll own a portfolio of learning programs, partner directly with business leaders, and create learning solutions that deliver real results. Reporting to the Manager, Enterprise Learning, you'll gain exposure to enterprise priorities and influence how capability is developed at scale. What to Expect As a Specialist, Learning Programs, you will: * Translate business priorities and capability needs into learning programs. * Design, develop and deliver scalable learning solutions, communication plans, and reinforcement strategies that drive learner engagement, knowledge retention and business impact. * Facilitate engaging virtual, in-person and blended learning experiences. * Partner wit business leaders, HR partners, subject matter experts, and external learning providers to deliver meaningful development opportunities that are aligned to business outcomes. * Measure program effectiveness by analyzing learner feedback, performance metrics, and industry trends to continuously enhance learning experiences. * Ensure learning content is engaging, accessible, inclusive, and aligned with enterprise standards. * Travel: Occasional travel (approximately 10%) may be required to support learning delivery and enterprise learning initiatives. What You Bring * Experience: 3-5 years of experience in Learning & Development, Talent Development, or a related field. * Strategic Mindset: Ability to connect learning solutions to business goals and drive initiatives that strengthen organizational capabilities. * Stakeholder Partnership: Proven ability to partner with leaders, subject matter experts, and cross-functional teams to gather requirements, communicate program value, influence sponsorship and adoption, and manage competing priorities. * Adult Learning Expertise: Strong understanding of adult learning principles, instructional design methodologies, and learning evaluation approaches. * Learning Program Design & Delivery: Experience designing, developing and implementing learning programs in a corporate environment. * Facilitation: Exceptional facilitation and presentation skills with the ability to engage diverse audiences in both virtual and in-person environments. * Organization: Exceptional organizational skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. * Education: Post-secondary degree or diploma. Certifications in learning, talent development, instructional design, project management, change management, or related disciplines are considered an asset. * A valid driver’s license and ability to travel nationally as required. Salary Range: $73,500-$123,500 Actual salary for the role may vary depending on work location of the successful candidate and other factors including but not limited to, skills, education, experience, working conditions and the local labour market. This position is being posted to fill an existing vacancy. Interested in this role, but don’t meet every requirement? We encourage you to apply! We know from experience that a candidate doesn’t need 100% of the qualifications listed to bring incredible value to our team. We’re actively seeking diverse backgrounds and perspectives to help us make insurance better. At Definity, inclusion, diversity, and equity aren’t just “nice to have” — they’re essential to our success. What’s in it for you? * Hybrid work schedule for most roles * Company share ownership program * Incentive Program - Eligible employees may participate in various incentive plans which are paid out at the discretion of the company and subject to individual and company performance. * Pension and savings programs, with company-matched RRSP contributions * Paid volunteer days and company matching on charitable donations * Educational resources, tuition assistance, and paid time off to study for exams * Focus on inclusion with employee groups, support for gender affirmation surgery, access to BIPOC counsellors, access to programs for working parents * Wellness and recognition programs * Discounts on products and services Go ahead and expect a lot — you deserve it. It’s better here — but don’t take our word for it. Definity was named by Great Place to Work® as one of the Best Workplaces™ in Canada for women, for youth, and for inclusion. Our inclusive work environment welcomes diversity and supports accessibility. If you require accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know by contacting [email protected]. As part of Definity’s commitment to reconciliation, we acknowledge that our work, meetings, and travel take place on the lands now known as Canada, and recognize the enduring presence, wisdom, and stewardship of the First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples who have long cared for these lands. Background checks This role requires successful clearance of background checks (including criminal checks and leadership references). #LI-Hybrid Definity is the parent company to some of Canada’s most long-standing and innovative insurance brands, including Economical Insurance, Sonnet Insurance, Family Insurance Solutions, and Petline Insurance. Our ambition is to be one of Canada’s leading and most innovative property and casualty insurers. We can’t do that without our people, so we embrace and encourage a culture that’s collaborative, ambitious, rewarding, and empowering. We offer a flexible, hybrid work experience where employees work from the office and virtually depending on the type of work they are doing and who they are working with. Bring your true self and be a part of our journey. It’s better here.

You will lead the design, delivery, and continuous evolution of enterprise learning initiatives to build organizational capabilities. This involves partnering with business leaders and subject matter experts to create scalable learning solutions that drive engagement and business impact.

The role requires 3-5 years of experience in Learning & Development or a related field and a post-secondary degree or diploma. Candidates must possess strong instructional design skills, exceptional facilitation abilities, and a strategic mindset to align learning with business goals.

• Hybrid work schedule • Company share ownership program • Incentive program • Pension and savings programs • Company-matched RRSP contributions • Paid volunteer days • Charitable donation matching • Educational resources • Tuition assistance • Paid time off for exams • Wellness programs • Recognition programs • Discounts on products and services

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• Learning and development
• Instructional design
• Facilitation
• Stakeholder management
• Adult learning principles
• Program design
• Project management
• Change management
• Performance metrics
• Strategic planning
• Communication
• Cross-functional collaboration
• Learning evaluation
• Virtual facilitation
• Organizational skills
• Business Metrics
• Influencing Skills
• Workplace Inclusivity
• Blended Learning
• Program Design
• Influencing Without Authority
• Organizational Skills
• Time Off Management
• Talent Development
• Valid Driver's License
• Adult Education
• Adult Learning Principles
• Reconciliation
• Business Continuity Planning
• Change Management
• Discounts And Allowances
• Leadership
• Scalability
• Innovation
• Instructional Design
• Labor Economics
• Project Management
• Performance Metric
• Presentations
• Surgery
• Business Strategies
• Detail Oriented
• Business Priorities

• Human Resources
• Education
• Management & Leadership
• Consulting
• Learning Program Manager
• Curriculum and Instructional Designer / Developer
• Education Methods Specialists
• Instructional Coordinators

Formation minimale

Diplôme professionnel

Expérience minimale

2+ ans

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine