Manager, Learning & Development
Accuweather · State College, PA · 2026-05-12
About this role
Position Overview
AccuWeather is seeking a Manager of Learning & Development to join its growing HR team. This role leads the company's learning and development strategy and drives training and talent management initiatives — individual growth and development planning, performance management, succession planning, and leadership development — that build organizational capability and support long-term business success. The Manager will serve as a trusted advisor to leaders and employees alike, fostering a culture of continuous growth and performance excellence.
Key Responsibilities
Learning, Training & Development
• Develop and execute a company-wide learning and development strategy aligned to business priorities
• Design leadership development programs and career pathing frameworks for employees at all levels
• Lead individual growth and development planning
• Assess organization-wide training needs and deliver programs that enhance employee skills and performance
• Champion a culture of continuous learning and professional growth across the organization
• Evaluate training effectiveness and adjust programs based on feedback, outcomes, and evolving business needs
Talent Management & Succession Planning
• Design and lead performance management systems that drive accountability, clarity, and employee growth
• Identify high-potential employees and partner with leaders to build succession plans for critical roles
• Support employee engagement, retention, and career progression through targeted talent strategies
• Facilitate talent review processes and support leadership development at all organizational levels
• Leverage data and analytics to inform talent decisions and improve organizational effectiveness
Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Business Administration, or related field (Master's preferred)
• 5–8+ years of progressive HR experience with a focus on learning & development and talent management
• Proven track record designing and implementing L&D strategies and succession planning frameworks
• Experience facilitating leadership development programs and managing performance management cycles
• Proficiency with HRIS systems, LMS platforms, and talent analytics tools
• Excellent facilitation, coaching, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Key Competencies
• Learning strategy design and program delivery
• Talent assessment, individual development planning, and succession management
• Coaching and leadership development facilitation
• Change management and organizational effectiveness
• Data-driven decision-making and program evaluation
• Proficiency with AI tools and platforms is required, including demonstrated ability to leverage AI to enhance productivity, streamline HR workflows, and support data-driven decisions
Success Metrics
• Measurable impact of training programs on employee performance and skill growth
• Strong internal promotion rates and a healthy succession pipeline for critical roles
• Increased employee engagement and retention scores
• Leadership bench strength and readiness indicators
• High participation rates and satisfaction scores for L&D programming
• Implementation of AI initiatives that enhance productivity, streamline HR workflows, and support data-driven decisions
Benefits
• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Comprehensive healthcare and dental benefits.
• 401(k) retirement plan with 50% company…
Skills asked for
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