Appian · 2 weeks ago
Learning Business Partner, Corporate
McLean, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expAppian is a software company that automates business processes, and they are seeking a Learning Business Partner for their Corporate Talent Development Programs. This role involves the full lifecycle of learning initiatives, collaborating with leaders to assess learning needs and delivering impactful learning sessions to enhance individual and organizational performance.
Business Process Automation (BPA)Data ManagementDeveloper ToolsEnterprise SoftwareInsurTechRobotic Process Automation (RPA)Software
Responsibilities
Provide world class, best practice facilitation - both formal and informal - for workshops and learning experiences. Lead sessions both in person and virtually, for diverse groups of audiences (i.e. location, size, department), including HQ Orientation, Ways of Working Workshops, Manager Development Program, and other key corporate learning programs
Partner with corporate functions at all levels to assess enterprise wide, group specific, and team learning needs. Craft proposals to close business skill or leadership performance gaps across Appian, including enterprise wide programs, small group interventions or individual developmental coaching
Bring thought leadership into building out Appian’s Learning Journeys for leadership development, business skills and our Ways of Working. Incorporate industry best practices with organizational context efficiently intertwined into content
Serve as the lead and Appian’s liaison for all assigned programs. Ensure logistics are organized and publicized; manage cohorts and ensure successful delivery of key ongoing programs such as Appian Forums and New Manager Development cohort
Collaborate across Appian and with your Talent Development teammates to design impactful learning experiences for leaders at all levels. Ensure learners can be successful in practicing the skills both in the classroom and back on the job, creatively extending learning beyond the classroom
Assess the impact of your programs and learning delivery through self-reflection, post learning feedback, skills assessments, etc. Produce learning impact snapshots for your programs that identify program results, strengths and areas of opportunity to drive the continuous improvement of programs
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or equivalent required
At least eight years of professional experience in a fast paced environment with progressive experience in Talent Development, Learning & Development (L&D), or Corporate Training
Proven track record of successfully designing, launching, and managing comprehensive, multi-session leadership development programs for various organizational levels
Exceptional classroom and virtual facilitation skills with the ability to manage group dynamics, encourage participation, and adapt style for different audiences
Ability to deliver excellence in a high intensity, fast paced global environment
Strong written and oral communication skills including presentation and facilitation skills
Self-motivated and results driven work style with ability to influence and collaborate across the organization
Willingness to travel 10-25% of the time
Benefits
Health coverage
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with free mental health support
Life and disability insurance
Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
Retirement/pension plan
Wellness dollars
Tuition reimbursement
Family-forming benefits
Company
Appian
Appian is a software company that provides digital transformation, low-code application development, and business process management.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$47.5MKey Investors
Novak Biddle Venture Partners
2017-05-25IPO
2014-03-03Series Unknown· $37.5M
2008-07-21Series A· $10M
Leadership Team
Matt Calkins
CEO
Michael Beckley
Chief Technology Officer & Founder
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