Learning and Development Program, Data, and Project Management Lead

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Learning and Development Program, Data, and Project Management Lead

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Zurich North America HR Talent Development is hiring an experienced Talent Enablement Program, Data, and Project Management Lead, reporting to the Director of Talent Enablement.

In this role you will lead the design and delivery of performance improvement initiatives that address organization-wide capability gaps.

The ideal candidate brings strong project management, data analytics, and stakeholder engagement skills to drive measurable outcomes.

This person will work in a hybrid schedule with 3 day a week presence in the Schaumburg Headquarters.

You’ll scope and manage projects, analyze performance data, and collaborate with business leaders and HR partners to understand needs, define objectives, and deliver scalable solutions.

A key focus of this role is shaping and advancing our skills strategy—identifying future capabilities, aligning talent solutions, and enabling workforce readiness.

Your work will empower our teams to grow and perform at their best, supporting Zurich’s commitment to a brighter future—together.

Key Accountabilities:

+ **Drive Skills Strategy Execution:** Partner with stakeholders to execute on ZNA’s skills strategy—identifying current and future skill needs, building targeted development initiatives, and supporting a culture of continuous learning.

+ **Enable Skills Intelligence:** Lead the strategic management and optimization of tools that power our skills strategy—ensuring they deliver actionable insights, support capability planning, and drive informed talent decisions across the organization.

+ **Deliver Strategic Initiatives:** Lead the planning and execution of high-impact talent initiatives—coordinating across teams, managing timelines and resources, and ensuring solutions are delivered effectively and aligned with business priorities.

+ **Lead Performance Initiatives** : Scope, manage, and deliver performance improvement projects that address enterprise-wide capability gaps and drive measurable outcomes.

+ **Evaluate and Improve** : Use skill, performance.

and feedback data to evaluate solution effectiveness, inform continuous improvement, and guide future investments.

+ **Champion Growth and Change:** Serve as a visible advocate for skills development and continuous learning—helping teams adapt, grow, and prepare for the future

BasicQualifications:

+ Bachelors Degree and 8 or more years of experience in the Organizational Development areaOR

+ High School Diploma or Equivalent and 10 or more years of experience in the Organizational Development area AND

+ 8 or more years of experience consulting with business partners or clients, or in project management

+ Experience managing large-scale projects

+ Experience in learning and development/education, performance consulting or human performance

+ Experience in coaching human resources and business leaders on learning and development initiatives

Preferred Qualifications:

+ Strong data analytics skills

+ Strong data analytics software skills including Excel and PowerBI

+ Strong consulting and presentation skills

+ Strong project management skills

+ Experience implementing an LMS strategy and systems

+ Experience with vendor and stakeholder management

At Zurich, compensation for roles is influenced by a variety of factors, including but not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience.

In compliance with local laws, Zurich commits to providing a fair and reasonable compensation range for each role.

For more information about our Total Rewards, please clickhere (https://www.zurichna.com/careers/benefits) .

Additional rewards may encompass short-term incentive bonuses and merit increases.

We encourage candidates with salary expectations beyond the provided range to apply as they will be considered based on their experience, skills, and education.

The compensation indicated represents a nationwide market range and has not been adjusted for geographic differentials pertaining to the location where the position may be filled.

The proposed salary range for this position is $94,100.00 - $154,000.00, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 15%.

As an insurance company, Zurich is subject to 18 U.S. Code § 1033.

A future with Zurich.

What can go right when you apply at Zurich?

Now is the time to move forward and make a difference.

At Zurich, we want you to share your unique perspectives, experiences and ideas so we can grow and drive sustainable change together.

As part of a leading global organization, Zurich North America has over 150 years of experience managing risk and supporting resilience.

Today, Zurich North America is a leading provider of commercial property-casualty insurance solutions and a wide range of risk management products and services for businesses and individuals.

We serve more than 25 industries, from agriculture to technology, and we insure 90% of the Fortune 500®.

Our growth strategy is not limited to our business.

As an employer, we strive to provide ongoing career development opportunities, and we foster an environment where voices are diverse, behaviors are inclusive, actions drive equity, and our people feel a sense of belonging.

Be a part of the next evolution of the insurance industry.

Join us in building a brighter future for our colleagues, our customers and the communities we serve.

Zurich maintains a comprehensive employee benefits package for employees as well as eligible dependents and competitive compensation.

Please clickhere (https://www.zurichna.com/careers) to learn more.

Zurich in North America is an equal opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Zurich does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies.

Any unsolicited resume will become the property of Zurich American Insurance.

If you are a preferred vendor, please use our Recruiting Agency Portal for resume submission.

Location(s): AM - Schaumburg
Remote Working: Hybrid
Schedule: Full Time
Employment Sponsorship Offered: No

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