Acadia Insurance (a Berkley Company) · 10 hours ago
Director of Learning & Development (E&S Segment)
Moorestown, NJ, US
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$140K/yr - $180K/yr
7+ years expAcadia Insurance, a Berkley Company, is seeking a Director of Learning & Development for the E&S segment. This strategic leader will build and scale learning solutions to enhance capability development and drive business performance, while aligning learning initiatives with business priorities and talent strategies.
Commercial InsuranceInsurance
Responsibilities
Develop and lead a comprehensive L&D strategy that supports the E&S segment’s growth, transformation, and talent development goals. Ensure alignment with enterprise-wide learning frameworks while tailoring solutions to segment-specific needs
Apply adult learning principles to design and facilitate interactive, engaging learning experiences that drive knowledge retention and application
Build facilitation capability within E&S staff by coaching and developing their skills to deliver effective learning sessions, fostering a culture of knowledge sharing and continuous improvement
Ensure alignment on objectives, shared priorities, and seamless execution of enterprise-developed L&D programs within the E&S segment. Act as a connector between segment needs and corporate resources
Design and deliver high-impact professional development programs that strengthen expertise and build a pipeline of ready-now talent for business-critical roles as well as future leaders
Partner with business leaders and SMEs to identify skill gaps and deliver targeted learning solutions that enhance Underwriting, Claims, and other core E&S capabilities
Support organizational change initiatives through learning interventions that build agility, resilience, and alignment with company’s values and culture
Establish metrics to assess learning effectiveness, business impact, and ROI. Use data and feedback to continuously improve programs and demonstrate value to stakeholders
Qualification
Required
7+ years in Learning & Development or Talent Management, with 5+ years leading multi-disciplinary L&D teams and portfolios
Proven experience designing, implementing, and scaling technical and leadership development programs with measurable business impact
Experience facilitating learning programs for professional audiences and coaching others to become effective facilitators
Demonstrated success partnering with senior business leaders to align learning with strategy and performance goals
Established track record of effective partnership with SMEs to develop and execute on program content
Experience with learning technologies, data/analytics, vendor selection/management, and program accreditation/certification
Proficiency with LMS/LXP platforms, content authoring tools, learning analytics dashboards, and survey/assessment methodologies
Comfort with competency/capability modeling, job architecture, career frameworks, and instructional design best practices
Bachelor's degree required
Preferred
Industry experience in E&S or broader P&C insurance strongly preferred; familiarity with underwriting, claims, and risk disciplines is a plus
Master's degree in HR, Education, Organizational Psychology, Business, or related field preferred
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Flexible Spending Account
Health Savings Account
Health Reimbursement Arrangement
Short & Long Term Disability
401(k)/Profit Sharing/Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment/Travel and Additional Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Time Off (Vacation/Sick/Holidays)
Groups wellness program
Industry-related education and exams
Industry-related tuition assistance
Company
Acadia Insurance (a Berkley Company)
Acadia Insurance specializes in commercial property casualty insurance. Our company began in 1992 insuring businesses in Maine.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Simone Grimes, CPA, MBA
Chief Financial Officer
Steve Rich, CPCU
Senior Vice President & Chief Claims Officer
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