Duration: 13+ Months (possibility of extension/conversion)Location: Toronto, ON (Hybrid – 4 days onsite)Description The Learning Solutions Architect is responsible for the development of innovative learning solutions and leads the end to end creation, execution and documentation (including communication, reporting and socialization) of long term/ multi-year learning strategies and roadmaps based on business needs and enterprise strategy.This position manages relationships and deliverables across multiple phases and waves. It requires critical strategic thinking, as well as a good balance between understanding of the operating model and the Program structure and governance; combined with a solid knowledge of performance consulting practices, strong strategy planning, change management, collaboration, stakeholder management, project management and communication skills.Key Accountabilities Acts as the primary point of contact and strategic partner to business leaders, HRBP and Talent and Learning COE leads, like Project Delivery, Learning Technology, Learning Operations, on any day-to-day inquiries, BAU, or Branch Banking Academy transformation needsLead performance consulting and conduct needs analysis to diagnose gaps and develops effective solutions to address capability development needsNegotiate, influence, and build strong relationships with business leaders, subject matter experts, and HR partners to understand business strategy and evolving learning needsProvide learning advisory and thought leadership to key stakeholders, including but not limited to new and cutting-edge learning solutions, capabilities and limitations of learning options and modalities, and recommended solutions and rollout plansDevelop and execute the long-term learning strategy & plan and associated roadmaps for the assigned portfolio and capabilities, ensuring they align with the skills needed to support the broader business vision and delivers a great learner experienceBuild the business case for learning development and define the rollout plan in collaboration with the business senior management and other partnersPartners with L&D stakeholders to ensure L&D workstream is appropriately staffed and resourced to support the initiativeInventory and identify learning assets that map to new or existing capabilities to support business outcomesInteract,



collaborate and help influence peers and other LSAs to ensure alignment to the long-term learning plan and associated roadmaps of the capabilities assignedProactively align learning strategies to the capabilities needed to address evolving business needsAct as intermediary between learning COE leads and business leads to ensure the learning strategy is effectively executed and to manage the ongoing sustainment model for the learning plansManage issues or escalations in relation to the learning strategy within the portfolioDevelop and leverage relationships with external learning partners on best-in-class learning servicesAlign to enterprise frameworks or methodologies that relate to business architecture activities within the business areaAttend and participate in internal and external industry committees and/or conferences for learning professionalsIdentify and implement process improvements that reduce costs or create capacity within learning development and deliveryProvide updates and report on the development of learning assets and materials as well as progress of the overall learning strategy to support the business needsActively seek feedback from users and support areas including the various COE leadsKeep abreast of emerging issues, trends, and evolving business requirements and assess potential impactsAct as a learning expert / lead, integrating cross-function understanding within their own field of specialtyDepartment Overview The Learning Solutions Architect is responsible for partnering with the Branch Banking Colleague Capabilities Team to execute on the Branch Banking Learning Plan. The candidate will report directly into the Senior Manager, Learning Solutions Architect for Branch Banking. The position requires critical thinking, strategic planning, project management, change management, collaboration, stakeholder relationship management, and advanced verbal/written communication skills.Job Requirements Ability to perform a detailed needs assessment at the organizational,



team and project levelAbility to scan the market and provide best-practice research and insights on a broad range of topicsEnjoy working on complex issues and generating business-oriented, creative solutionsStrong planning and project management skills, with the ability to work in a fast paced environment and manage multiple deadlines and priorities while maintaining accuracy through attention to detailAbility to build and deliver executive-level presentations based on research and analysisUnderstand performance consulting methodologies and adult learning best practicesAbility to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders including executives, program support, external partners and vendorsExperience in Branch Banking and/or training, learning, or colleague development is considered an asset.MUST-HAVE Hard Skills Familiar with the L&D spaceAbility to build strong relationshipsOnboarding experienceCompliance experienceMS Office Suite experience, office 360, teams, Wordintermediate Excel experience – pivot tables, chart, some formulasKnowledge and experience utilizing AI tools, CopilotSoft Skills, Strong stakeholders and communicationInfluence and negotiateNice To Have Banking experienceEducation University degree requiredRelevant Learning & Development / Adult Education certifications would be a definite assetDemonstrated commitment to continuous learningDexian stands at the forefront of Talent + Technology solutions with a presence spanning more than 70 locations worldwide and a team exceeding 10,000 professionals. As one of the largest technology and professional staffing companies and one of the largest minority‑owned staffing companies in the United States, Dexian combines over 30 years of industry expertise with cutting‑edge technologies to deliver comprehensive global services and support.Dexian connects the right talent and the right technology with the right organizations to deliver trajectory‑changing results that help everyone achieve their ambitions and goals. To learn more, please visit Dexian is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Learning And Development Specialist (Toronto)
🏢 Dexian
📍 Toronto