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Sr. Specialist, Learning & Development (REMOTE - US)


Company : Merck


Location : Springfield, IL


Created : 2026-04-20


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Job DescriptionThe Learning Consultant supports Learning Partners in the execution of the Learning & Development strategy through consulting and delivery on appropriate learning solutions. They apply the understanding of key business priorities/processes and internal and external best practices to learning solutions. Partners with key divisional stakeholders to identify performance needs and gaps, collaborates with design experts and operational support points on desired performance and business outcomes. Builds and maintains strong business relationships and learn from and apply insights from an integrated learning network. Success in this role depends on a candidate's ability to apply adult learning theory in his/her area of responsibility, collaborate with others to design and deliver high impact learning solutions, and deliver business value through learning interventions. Competencies Business Acumen: Ability to engage with colleagues around business strategy, goals, and business outcomes, and make sound business decisions External Orientation: Apply external best practices in area of responsibility. Model continuous learning for team and clients. Leadership: Beginning ability to partner, collaborate, and impact decisions at all levels within and outside the organization. Collaboration: Work with individuals and groups in a constructive and collaborative manner, including the ability to build and maintain critical networks and collaborative relationships. Take full advantage of resident expertise in Global Learning & Development internal partner organizations (such as Design & Development and Learning Operations) to maximize efficiency and effectiveness; personally remain focused on key Learning Consultant responsibilities. Creative Thinking: Beginning skill in applying tools and techniques for grasping new concepts, acquiring new ways of seeing things, and revising ways of thinking and patterns of behavior Business Consulting: Skill in consulting and ability to coach clients not to use learning solutions where they will not be effective Oral and Written Communications: Ability to express oneself to provide information to others effectively and in a succinct manner; outstanding verbal, written, and executive level presentation abilities and interpersonal skills; ability to ask thoughtful questions to gain insights, listen, and understand other perspectives Decision Making and Critical Thinking: Ability to use a broad range of methods, assumptions, frameworks, and perspectives when solving problems and making decisions. Ability to prioritize own work. Seek first to leverage existing resources and align with other areas of Global Learning & Development before developing new assets Data analytics: Contributes to the definition of business and learning outcomes, metrics and measurement strategies. Ability to analyze and interpret data for business and learning decisions Planning: Project planning and management experience Learning & Development Policies, Standards, and Procedures: Knowledge of and ability to use industry and organization standards, procedures, and policies relevant to staff learning and development Adult Learning: Theory and Practice: Experience in applying concepts and practices of adult learning to meet the dynamic needs of the business Learning Needs Analysis: Experience in assessing competency gaps and identifying what people need to learn for successful individual and organizational performance Required Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree, or currently in pursuit of degree completion, or equivalent relevant work experience. Minimum of 6 years of related experience (4 years with Master's degree) Minimum 1 year of leadership experience and minimum 1 year of experience facilitating / delivering learning solutions or relevant pharmaceutical/oncology experience Preferred Master's degree preferred. Experience in the areas of learning, talent, Human Resources, or comparable areas; experience in applicable technical/professional areas pertinent to the division / function served (e.g., R&D, manufacturing, sales/marketing, etc.) Required Skills Adaptability, Adult Learning Theory, Business Decisions, Business Management, Business Relationship Building, Business Relationship Management (BRM), Business Strategies, Business Strategy Consulting, Business Value Creation, Change Management, Content Creation, Dashboard Management, Decision Making, Instructional Design, Language Training, Learning Needs Analysis, Operational Decisions, Oral Communications, Organizational Performance Management, Pharmaceutical Training, Sales Training, Strategic Planning Partnerships, Survey Tools, Training Effectiveness, Training Needs Assessment Accommodation and EEO Statement Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities. If you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process, please let us know. EEO Statement As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. As a federal contractor, we comply with all affirmative action requirements for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. EEOC Information EEOC Know Your Rights. EEOC GINA Supplement. Diversity Statement We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing together, talented, and committed people with diverse experiences, perspectives, skills and backgrounds. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when people with diverse ideas, broad experiences, backgrounds, and skills come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another's thinking and approach problems collectively. Hybrid Work Model Effective September 5, 2023, employees in office-based positions in the U.S. will be working a Hybrid work consisting of three total days on-site per week, Monday - Thursday, although the specific days may vary by site or organization, with Friday designated as a remote-working day, unless business critical tasks require an on-site presence. This Hybrid work model does not apply to, and daily in-person attendance is required for, field-based positions; facility-based, manufacturing-based, or research-based positions where the work to be performed is located at a Company site; positions covered by a collective-bargaining agreement (unless the agreement provides for hybrid work); or any other position for which the Company has determined the job requirements cannot be reasonably met working remotely. Please note, this Hybrid work model guidance also does not apply to roles that have been designated as "remote". Salary Range $129,000.00 - $203,100.00 This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee's position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, government requirements, and business or organizational needs. Bonus and Incentives The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable. Benefits We offer a comprehensive package of benefits. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, including 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days. More information about benefits is available at #J-18808-Ljbffr