{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"7593da2784daaffa19346ebc","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/7593da2784daaffa19346ebc","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/7593da2784daaffa19346ebc","title":"Learning Program Manager","description":"Our Purpose\r\nMastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we're helping build a sustainable economy where everyone can prosper. We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making transactions secure, simple, smart and accessible. Our technology and innovation, partnerships and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses and governments realize their greatest potential.\r\nOur Purpose\r\nMastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we're helping build a sustainable economy where everyone can prosper. We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making transactions secure, simple, smart and accessible. Our technology and innovation, partnerships and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses and governments realize their greatest potential.\r\nTitle And Summary\r\nProgram Manager, Learning & Development\r\nOverview: The Program Manager, Learning and Development (L&D) is responsible for planning, executing, and overseeing L&D programs that support the strategic objectives of the organization.\r\nThis role requires a dynamic individual skilled in program management, stakeholder engagement, curriculum design, and process improvement, with a passion for fostering employee development.\r\nThe ideal candidate will be adept at managing multiple L&D initiatives simultaneously, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and meet the needs of the organization.\r\nRole And Responsibilities\r\nExperience Design\r\nEngage with key stakeholders to gather learning needs, program requirements, timelines, and strategic outcomes.\r\nLead the design and development of engaging and effective learning programs that address those needs.\r\nWork with Learning Experience Designers to envision and design learning programs that are aligned with strategic objectives, showcase L&D best practices, and are delivered through appropriate learning modalities (e.g., in-person, virtual, e-learning).\r\nEnsure learning programs incorporate feedback and adapt to changing organizational needs.\r\nProgram Planning And Execution\r\nDevelop comprehensive project plans for L&D programs/initiatives that align with organizational needs, timelines, resources, etc.\r\nCoordinate cross-functional teams, including learning designers, delivery specialists, admins, and subject matter experts, to ensure effective and efficient program execution.\r\nMonitor and track program progress, adjusting plans as necessary to meet targets.\r\nStakeholder Management\r\nProvide updates and ensure alignment with program objectives.\r\nServe as the primary point of contact for all program-related inquiries and communications, fostering strong relationships with internal and external partners.\r\nResource Management\r\nIdentify and allocate resources necessary for program execution, including budget management and resource scheduling.\r\nManage program budgets, ensuring financial objectives are met and resources are utilized efficiently.\r\nRisk Management\r\nIdentify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimize impact on program delivery.\r\nMonitor and report on program risks, implementing corrective actions as needed.\r\nQuality Assurance\r\nEnsure that all L&D program deliverables meet the required quality standards and specifications.\r\nImplement continuous improvement processes to enhance program performance and outcomes.\r\nData Analysis And Reporting\r\nCollect and analyze program data to evaluate performance, identify trends, and inform decision-making.\r\nPrepare and present detailed reports on program status, outcomes, and areas for improvement.\r\nBenchmarking And External Insights\r\nBenchmark L&D programs against industry best practices and emerging trends.\r\nBring external insights and suggestions to enhance the effectiveness and innovation of L&D initiatives.\r\nProcess Improvement\r\nEvaluate existing L&D processes and workflows, identifying opportunities for improvement.\r\nImplement best practices and innovative solutions to enhance program efficiency and effectiveness.\r\nTeam Leadership\r\nProvide guidance, support, and leadership to program teams.\r\nFoster a collaborative and high-performance team environment.\r\nSkills And Qualifications\r\nEducational Background\r\nAdvanced degrees or certifications in project management (e.g., PMP, PgMP) or L&D (e.g., CPLP) are preferred.\r\nExperience\r\nProven experience in program or project management, with a track record of successfully delivering complex L&D projects.\r\nExperience in curriculum design and instructional design, creating engaging and effective learning experiences.\r\nExperience managing cross-functional teams and working in a matrix organization.\r\nTechnical Skills\r\nProficiency in project management software and L&D tools (e.g., LMS, monday.com).\r\nStrong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make data-driven decisions.\r\nSoft Skills\r\nExcellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.\r\nStrong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.\r\nProblem-solving mindset with the ability to think strategically and execute methodically.\r\nPersonal Attributes\r\nSelf-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently.\r\nDetail-oriented with a commitment to delivering high-quality results.\r\nAdaptable and resilient, able to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.\r\nMastercard is a merit-based, inclusive, equal opportunity employer that considers applicants without regard to gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We hire the most qualified candidate for the role. In the US or Canada, if you require accommodations or assistance to complete the online application process or during the recruitment process, please contact reasonable_accommodation@mastercard.com and identify the type of accommodation or assistance you are requesting. Do not include any medical or health information in this email. The Reasonable Accommodations team will respond to your email promptly.\r\nCorporate Security Responsibility\r\nAbide by Mastercard's security policies and practices;\r\nEnsure the confidentiality and integrity of the information being accessed;\r\nReport any suspected information security violation or breach, and\r\nComplete all periodic mandatory security trainings in accordance with Mastercard's guidelines.\r\nIn line with Mastercard's total compensation philosophy and assuming that the job will be performed in the US, the successful candidate will be offered a competitive base salary and may be eligible for an annual bonus or commissions depending on the role. The base salary offered may vary depending on multiple factors, including but not limited to location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Mastercard benefits for full time (and certain part time) employees generally include: insurance (including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, life insurance); flexible spending account and health savings account; paid leaves (including 16 weeks of new parent leave and up to 20 days of bereavement leave); 80 hours of Paid Sick and Safe Time, 25 days of vacation time and 5 personal days, pro-rated based on date of hire; 10 annual paid U.S. observed holidays; 401k with a best-in-class company match; deferred compensation for eligible roles; fitness reimbursement or on-site fitness facilities; eligibility for tuition reimbursement; and many more. Mastercard benefits for interns generally include: 56 hours of Paid Sick and Safe Time; jury duty leave; and on-site fitness facilities in some locations.\r\nPay Ranges\r\nO'Fallon, Missouri: $112,000 - $179,000 USD\r\nJ-18808-Ljbffr","company":"Mastercard","rawCompany":"mastercard","city":"O Fallon","state":"IL","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-10-20T15:34:28.904Z","occupations":[{"code":"13-1151.00","title":"Training and Development Specialists","slug":"training-and-development-specialists"},{"code":"11-3131.00","title":"Training and Development Managers","slug":"training-and-development-managers"},{"code":"25-9031.00","title":"Instructional Coordinators","slug":"instructional-coordinators"}],"industries":[{"code":"611430","title":"Professional and Management Development Training","slug":"professional-and-management-development-training"},{"code":"611710","title":"Educational Support Services","slug":"educational-support-services"},{"code":"611420","title":"Computer Training","slug":"computer-training"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Learning Program Manager","description":"Our Purpose\r\nMastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. 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