Senior Level Learning Specialist Jobs
Senior level learning specialist jobs put experienced professionals in charge of designing enterprise learning strategy, owning program outcomes, and leading the instructional teams and projects that drive organizational capability. Across on-site, remote, and hybrid settings in Manufacturing, Law & Legal Services, and Electronics & Hardware, employers like Jane Street, VAC Magnetics, and Brown Brothers Harriman are hiring at this level now.
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INTRODUCTION
At BBH, Partnership is more than a form of ownership—it’s our approach to business and relationships. We know that supporting your professional and personal goals is the best way to help our clients and advance our business. We take that responsibility seriously. With a 200-year legacy and a shared passion for what’s next, this is the right place to build a fulfilling career.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Learning Systems specialist is responsible for the administration, optimization, and continuous improvement of the organization’s learning technology. This role plays a critical part in supporting the Talent & Development function by managing the Learning Management System (LMS), online content platforms, and relating learning tools. The specialist ensures these systems are effectively utilized to deliver high-quality learning experiences, drives system enhancements, and acts as a trusted consultant to the business on learning technology capabilities.
Key Responsibilities:
- System Enhancement & Innovation
- Identify, evaluate, and manage new enhancements, integrations, and functionality for the LMS and associated learning platforms
- Develop and maintain a learning technology roadmap for LMS and associated learning platforms
- Collaborate with vendors, internal IT and communication teams to implement and communicate system updates, upgrades, and new features
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Research industry trends and recommend new tools, functionalities, or technologies that can improve learning delivery and user experience
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Business Consulting & Stakeholder Support
- Act as subject matter expert and consult with Talent & development, course owners, and employees on how to effectively use learning systems and technologies
- Provide guidance on best practices for course design, content deployment, and learning pathway development within the LMS
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Gather business requirements and translate them into system capabilities and solutions
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Content & Platform Management
- Oversee the management of online content sites, digital libraries, and learning resources
- Ensure content is current, organized, accessible, and aligned with organizational learning objectives
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Manage vendor relationship, contracts, and service performance
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Reporting & Analytics
- Generate and analyze learning reports and dashboards to measure utilization and effectiveness
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Provide insights and recommendations to Talent & Development leaders based on system data
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Project Management
- Lead or support projects related to learning technology implementation, migration, or optimization
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams (IT, HRIS, vendors, etc.) to deliver successful outcomes
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Manage vendor governance, including performance management, contract oversight, service levels and issues escalation
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System Administration & Operations
- Lead the administration and optimization of the learning management system (LMS) and other learning content providers, including configuration, governance, course/content management, organization, and user access.
- Manage system accuracy, data integrity, compliance and optimal performance
- Oversee the employee ticket management system for learning related requests, ticket intake, routing, resolution, tracking and reporting on support metric
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Prior experience managing Docebo required; Docebo administrator certification and credentialing preferred
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Education, Instructional Technology, Information Systems, Business, or a related field.
- 7+ years of relevant experience managing learning technologies such as LMS, LXP, content libraries, assessment platforms, or virtual learning tools, specifically Docebo, Coursera and Harvard Business Review.
- Strong understanding of digital learning operations, system administration, reporting, and user support.
- Experience working cross-functionally with IT, course owners, and external vendors.
- Ability to translate business and learner needs into practical technology solutions and process improvements.
- Strong analytical, project management, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
- Experience with system implementations, upgrades, integrations, or process redesign initiatives.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Strong technical aptitude and ability to quickly learn new systems and features
- Excellent problem-solving skills and troubleshooting skills
- Ability to translate technical concepts into business-friendly language
- Strong project management and organizational skills
- Excellent communications and stakeholder management skills
- Analytical mindset with experience using system reporting tools
- Customer service orientation with a proactive approach to identifying opportunities for improvement
- Knowledge of instructional design principles and adult learning theory is a plus
LOCATION
This role can be based in either our New York, Jersey City or Boston locations and will be a hybrid role, with a minimum of three (3) days per week in office.
SALARY RANGE
$100k-$140k base salary + annual bonus target
BBH and its affiliates' compensation program includes base salary, discretionary bonuses, and profit-sharing. The anticipated base salary range(s) shown above are only for the indicated location(s) and may differ in other locations due to cost of living and labor considerations. Base salaries may vary based on factors such as skill, experience and qualification for the role. BBH's total rewards package recognizes your contributions with more than just a paycheck—providing you with benefits that enhance your experience at BBH from long-term savings, healthcare, and income protection to professional development opportunities and time off, our programs support your overall well-being.
We value diverse experiences. We value diverse experiences and transferrable skillsets. If your career hasn’t followed a traditional path, includes alternative experiences, or doesn’t meet every qualification or skill listed in the job description, please do go ahead and apply.
ABOUT BBH:
Brown Brothers Harriman (BBH) is a premier global financial services firm, known for premium service, specialist expertise, technology solutions and partnership approach to client management. Across Investor Services and Capital Partners, we work with an enviable roster of sophisticated clients who make BBH their first call when they are tackling their hardest challenges. Delivering for our clients and each other energizes us.
We believe that how we do our work is just as important as what we do. We are relentless problem solvers who know our best ideas come from collective debate and development—so we are never possessive about our ideas. Every day we come together as a diverse community of smart and caring people to deliver exceptional service and expert advice—creating success that lasts. No matter where you sit in the organization, everyone is empowered to contribute their ideas. BBHers can pick up the phone and call any colleague, and they are happy to help. Expanding your impact beyond your daily role is part of how we operate as trusted partners to one another.
We believe stability is a competitive advantage, but being stable means having the knowledge, skill, and discipline to evolve, often—pushing the boundaries of innovation. As a private partnership, every investment we make is in the relationships, technologies, products and development we believe are in the long-term interests of our clients and our people. Our long-tenured leaders are experts in their areas and are actively involved in the day-to-day business, taking the time to provide guidance and mentoring to build the next generation of BBHers. Because we know, our success begins with yours.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, creed, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other protected status under federal, state or local law.
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Senior Level Learning Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level learning specialist job?
Employers hiring at this level want candidates who have owned learning programs end to end, not just contributed to them. Demonstrating measurable business impact, such as reduced time to productivity or improved performance metrics tied directly to your programs, sets strong candidates apart. Experience leading other instructional designers or managing vendor relationships also signals readiness for senior scope and accountability.
Which companies hire senior level learning specialists?
Companies hiring senior level learning specialists right now include Jane Street, VAC Magnetics, and Brown Brothers Harriman, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Hiring at this level tends to come from large enterprises, healthcare systems, financial services firms, and technology companies that run complex, ongoing workforce development programs requiring experienced leadership.
Are there remote senior level learning specialist jobs?
Yes, remote and hybrid options are well established at this level. About 25% of senior level learning specialist openings are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how mature distributed learning functions have become across large organizations. Many senior roles still include occasional travel for stakeholder meetings or facilitated leadership programs.
What makes a learning specialist role senior level?
Senior level roles are defined by ownership and scope rather than task execution. You are expected to set the instructional strategy for a function or business unit, consult directly with senior stakeholders, and mentor mid-level designers on your team. The work shifts from building individual courses to architecting learning ecosystems, defining standards, and demonstrating how programs connect to measurable organizational outcomes.
Which industries hire the most senior level learning specialists?
Senior Level learning specialist roles concentrate in Manufacturing, Law & Legal Services, and Electronics & Hardware, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. These sectors tend to drive hiring at this level because they operate at large scale, face ongoing compliance or skills-gap pressures, and need experienced professionals who can build and sustain learning infrastructure rather than run one-off training programs.