Senior Manager Learning Strategy & Instructional Design

Overview

JobID : 51425

Title :

Senior Manager, Learning Strategy & Instructional Design

Compensation :

$170,000-210,000 base salary + 10% Bonus

Location : 100% Remote

Summary :

We are seeking a strategic and innovative Senior Manager of Learning Strategy & Instructional Design to lead the creation of impactful AI learning experiences. In this role, you will design and oversee curricula, competency frameworks, and assessments that prepare organizations for AI transformation. You will translate complex AI strategies into scalable, engaging training programs that drive behavior change, enhance adoption, and deliver measurable business outcomes. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of workforce development in the rapidly evolving field of AI within a fast-growing startup environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Education, Instructional Design, Learning & Development, Business Management, or related field; Master’s degree preferred

8+ years of experience in learning & development or consulting, with a focus on enterprise training programs, especially within technology, AI, or digital transformation

Proven success in designing curricula, competency models, and assessments aligned with business outcomes

Deep understanding of instructional design principles, learning science models (e.g., Kirkpatrick, 70-20-10, Bloom’s Taxonomy)

Experience with LMS / LXP systems, e-learning development tools, and SCORM / xAPI standards

Familiarity with AI tools and their application in course design and content creation

Strong program management skills and experience applying agile methodologies

Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management abilities

Entrepreneurial mindset, comfortable in a start-up setting, with a focus on building scalable assets and delivering client value

Responsibilities

Develop AI-related competency frameworks and prioritize learning outcomes for diverse client stakeholders

Design and lead the creation of curricula that advance learners through awareness, application, and sustained behavior change

Conduct instructional design sprints, producing storyboards, modules, simulations, and job aids tailored to client needs

Create assessments, rubrics, and dashboards to measure learning impact, skill adoption, and ROI

Integrate current learning technology trends and adult learning science into modern, blended training solutions

Collaborate with AI Solution Architects and SMEs to incorporate live labs and scenario-based exercises

Manage and mentor internal and external instructional designers and facilitators, establishing quality standards

Partner with client leadership to align training initiatives with strategic goals and demonstrate measurable value

Develop reusable frameworks, templates, and toolkits to scale training across industries

Contribute to proposal development, market positioning, and thought leadership in AI workforce training

Represent the organization at industry events, conferences, and forums

Build and maintain strong client relationships, providing strategic insights and long-term value propositions

Use data-driven approaches to develop business cases and demonstrate ROI of learning initiatives

Cultivate a high-performing team through coaching, professional development, and talent management initiatives

Benefits

Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois

Performance-based bonuses and equity options

401(k) retirement plan with discretionary matching

Flexible benefits including FSA, DCA, commuter benefits, and learning stipends

Unlimited PTO, paid holidays, and sick leave

Flexible working schedule to support work-life balance

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