Manager, Learning & Development

UL Research Institutes • Evanston, IL

1d • $108,418 - $149,075 • Onsite

About The Position

We have an exciting opportunity for a Manager, Learning and Development at UL Research Institutes and UL Standards & Engagement, based in our Evanston, Illinois, office. The Manager, Learning & Development (L&D) is responsible for designing, developing, and delivering high‑impact learning solutions that strengthen organizational capability and support a culture of continuous learning. This role partners closely with leaders, subject matter experts, and external vendors to create training programs that enhance professional and leadership skills across the organization. The Manager oversees end‑to-end learning initiatives—including needs assessment, program design, facilitation, coaching, and evaluation—and plays a key role in team‑building strategies, talent development, and succession planning. This position ensures that employees have the resources and support to grow their careers while advancing the organization’s mission. This role reports to the Chief Human Resources Officer and is part of the HR leadership team. UL Research Institutes and UL Standards & Engagement At UL Research Institutes (ULRI) and UL Standards & Engagement (ULSE), we expand the boundaries of safety science to create a more secure and sustainable world. For more than a century, we have studied the unintended consequences of innovation, designed solutions to mitigate risk, created new safety standards and shared our findings with academia, scientists, manufacturers, and policymakers across industries. We identify critical safety and sustainability issues, asking the tough questions because we believe a safer world begins with knowledge. What you’ll learn and achieve: As the Manager, Learning and Development, you will play a key role in the rapid growth of UL as you: Conduct needs assessments to identify organizational learning priorities, skills gaps, and development opportunities. Design and develop training programs, curricula, and learning pathways aligned with organizational goals. Collaborate with external vendors, training partners, and consultants to source, customize, and deliver high‑quality learning solutions. Lead the rollout of in-person or blended learning programs, e-learning modules, micro‑learning, and other innovative approaches and tools. Facilitate training programs, leadership development sessions, and team‑building programs for leaders and employees. Collaborate with HR business partners and other leaders to develop, manage, and/or support talent development and succession planning processes. Deliver coaching to individuals and teams to enhance performance, engagement, and collaboration. Measure program effectiveness and continuously refine learning programs to ensure relevance, accessibility, and impact. Contribute to other HR and organization-wide initiatives as required. What you’ll experience working at UL Research Institutes and UL Standards & Engagement: We have pursued our mission of working for a safer, more secure, and sustainable world for nearly 130 years, embedding conscientious stewardship into everything we do. People: Our people make us special. You’ll work with a diverse team of experts respected for their independence and transparency and build a network, because our approach is collaborative. We collaborate across disciplines, organizations, and geographies to build the global scientific response that today’s global challenges require. Interesting work: Every day is different for us here. We see what’s on the horizon and use our expertise to build the foundations of a safer future. You’ll have the opportunity to push the boundaries of human understanding as part of a team working to advance the public good. Grow and achieve: We learn, work, and grow together through targeted development, reward, and recognition programs. Values. Four core values guide our work: collaboration, respect, integrity, and beneficence. By living our values, we inspire the trust essential to fulfilling our mission and foster the partnerships that enable us to pursue a beneficent future in which we all can thrive. Total Rewards: All employees at UL Research Institutes and UL Standards & Engagement are eligible for bonus compensation based on the level of the position. We offer comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans and a generous 401k matching structure of up to 5% of eligible pay. Moreover, we invest an additional 4% into your retirement saving fund after your first year of continuous employment. Depending on your role, you may be able to discuss flexible working arrangements with your manager. We also provide employees with paid time off, including vacation, holiday, sick, and volunteer days.

Requirements

• Positive and collaborative interpersonal skills to work effectively with leaders and colleagues across the organization.
• Ability to operate at a strategic and operational level, including attention to detail and willingness to both lead the work and execute.
• Excellent written and oral communication, facilitation, and presentation skills, with enthusiasm to engage leaders and employees with learning initiatives, and the mission and strategy of the organization.
• High degree of curiosity to learn about the mission and impact of the organization and the areas of specialization of its professionals.
• Problem solving and analytical skills with the ability to summarize and communicate complex ideas in concise and compelling ways, setting high standards for the function.
• Responsiveness and a sense of urgency, with focus on accountability for both outcomes and process improvement for the short and long term.
• Bachelor’s degree is required preferably in business, organizational development, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Six or more years of progressive experience in learning and organizational development.
• Proficiency in MS Office is required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with scientific research, academic or research institutions, and experience working with public policy, nonprofit, and/or mission driven organizations are desired.
• Experience with Workday LMS is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct needs assessments to identify organizational learning priorities, skills gaps, and development opportunities.
• Design and develop training programs, curricula, and learning pathways aligned with organizational goals.
• Collaborate with external vendors, training partners, and consultants to source, customize, and deliver high‑quality learning solutions.
• Lead the rollout of in-person or blended learning programs, e-learning modules, micro‑learning, and other innovative approaches and tools.
• Facilitate training programs, leadership development sessions, and team‑building programs for leaders and employees.
• Collaborate with HR business partners and other leaders to develop, manage, and/or support talent development and succession planning processes.
• Deliver coaching to individuals and teams to enhance performance, engagement, and collaboration.
• Measure program effectiveness and continuously refine learning programs to ensure relevance, accessibility, and impact.
• Contribute to other HR and organization-wide initiatives as required.

Benefits

• All employees at UL Research Institutes and UL Standards & Engagement are eligible for bonus compensation based on the level of the position.
• We offer comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans and a generous 401k matching structure of up to 5% of eligible pay.
• Moreover, we invest an additional 4% into your retirement saving fund after your first year of continuous employment.
• Depending on your role, you may be able to discuss flexible working arrangements with your manager.
• We also provide employees with paid time off, including vacation, holiday, sick, and volunteer days.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager