Learning Manager

We’re looking for a visionary learning leader to elevate our instructional design strategy and technology ecosystem. In this highly dynamic and impactful role, you’ll be a crucial partner in shaping the future of content creation at Affirm. You will be responsible for directing and personally contributing to the end-to-end creation of complex, high-impact learning programs, from initial needs analysis to evaluation and implementation. You work independently with a high degree of autonomy to champion innovative learning strategies, partner with supervisors, peers and customers across business units, and establish best practices for learning content standards, creation and delivery. You not only know instructional design, you are also an expert learning strategist. You’re excited to envision what learning could look like at Affirm and passionate about building "beyond best practice" learning content in a remote-first work environment. This role will include direct reports. If this sounds like you, read on!

What You’ll Do

• Lead the team, while still personally designing and developing engaging learning solutions using a variety of modalities, including e-learning, virtual instructor-led training (VILT), micro-learning, multimedia video content, and blended.
• Drive strategic partnerships with business leaders and subject matter experts (SMEs) to analyze training needs, define performance standards, and drive business results.
• Research, evaluate and recommend emerging instructional design trends and technologies to ensure learning solutions are current, effective, and efficient.
• Define and lead the implementation of a scalable instructional design process, creating a toolkit of templates, standards, and best practices to ensure consistent, high-quality design for key People Team initiatives.
• Develop evaluation strategies to measure the effectiveness and business impact of learning solutions.

What We Look For

• 6+ years of relevant experience designing and developing learning content
• You have a strong track record of leading and designing and developing learning content using human-centered design, including creating high-impact programs for in-person, virtual, and asynchronous modalities.
• You have a deep understanding of the learning function, and have influenced the implementation of scalable design standards across a team.
• You are skilled in using AI development tools for content creation and are eager to stay on the cutting edge of learning technology.
• You have a strong portfolio showcasing your design skills and the business impact of your work.
• You have excellent project management skills and can manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Pay Grade - K
Equity Grade - 6

Employees new to Affirm typically come in at the start of the pay range. Affirm focuses on providing a simple and transparent pay structure which is based on a variety of factors, including location, experience and job-related skills.

Base pay is part of a total compensation package that may include equity rewards, monthly stipends for health, wellness and tech spending, and benefits (including 100% subsidized medical coverage, dental and vision for you and your dependents.)

USA base pay range (CA, WA, NY, NJ, CT) per year: $140,000 - $190,000
USA base pay range (all other U.S. states) per year: $124,000 - $174,000

Please note that visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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