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Who is Stanley Martin Homes?
At Stanley Martin Homes, we believe your work should have a purpose. With us, it truly does.
Our success starts with our people, and we are proud to foster a culture where every team member is valued and supported. At Stanley Martin Homes, you will work alongside passionate, knowledgeable professionals who are committed to doing the right thing, delivering exceptional homebuyer experiences, and putting homebuyers first.
Stanley Martin Homes is one of the largest 25 homebuilders in the United States and it has been consistently one of the fastest growing. We are proud of the people-first culture that makes it possible.
If you are ready to build a meaningful career and help families find the place they will call home, we would love to connect with you. Join our team and build a career that you will be proud of.
ABOUT THE JOB
The Learning & Development (L&D) Manager is responsible for leading enterprise learning strategy and execution to strengthen organizational capability, accelerate employee development, and promote a culture of continuous learning at Stanley Martin. This role owns the end-to-end learning lifecycle—from needs and performance analysis through design, development, delivery, and evaluation—and ensures learning solutions drive measurable business impact.
The L&D Manager leads and manages a team of instructional designers, establishes enterprise learning standards, oversees learning platforms and vendors, and partners closely with business and HR leaders to translate strategic priorities into scalable, high-impact learning solutions across the organization.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
Learning Strategy, Leadership & Governance
- Partner with business and HR leaders to understand strategic goals and translate them into an enterprise learning roadmap aligned to organizational priorities and performance outcomes.
- Own governance of learning intake, prioritization, standards, and solution design to ensure consistency, scalability, and effective use of L&D resources.
- Serve as a thought leader and trusted advisor on adult learning, performance enablement, and workforce capability development.
People Leadership & Team Management
- Lead, coach, and manage a team of instructional designers, providing clear direction, performance feedback, development planning, and workload prioritization.
- Foster a collaborative, high-performance team culture focused on quality, innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Provide day-to-day leadership and project oversight to ensure learning initiatives are delivered on time, on budget, and to enterprise standards.
- Manages the L&D budget and development schedules.
Training Development & Instructional Design (ADDIE)
- Oversee the full ADDIE instructional design process across in-person, virtual, and digital learning experiences.
- Conduct needs assessments and performance analyses to identify skill gaps, learner characteristics, and desired business outcomes.
- Guide the design and development of curricula, learning paths, and blended learning solutions that promote engagement, application, and knowledge retention.
- Ensure all instructional materials meet quality, accessibility, brand, and learning experience standards.
- Integrate AI tools and methods into the learning lifecycle to enhance analysis, accelerate content development, personalize learning, and improve insights.
Evaluation, Measurement & Continuous Improvement
- Evaluate learning programs, vendors, tools, and processes using Stanley Martin’s learning measurement methodology, informed by Kirkpatrick’s Four Levels of Evaluation and the Phillips ROI Model.
- Analyze data and insights to improve learning effectiveness, demonstrate impact on performance and results, and provide recommendations to leaders.
- Partner with business leaders to drive learning adoption, on-the-job application, and reinforcement of behavior change.
Talent & Performance Development Support
- Partner with HR Operations to support enterprise performance management practices, including goal setting, coaching, leadership capabilities, career development, and feedback loops.
- Support the design and execution of enterprise onboarding programs that deliver consistent, high-quality new hire experience and accelerate time to productivity.
Learning Systems & Technology Management
- Oversee the organization’s Learning Management System (LMS), including user management, workflows, content governance, and reporting.
- Partner with IT and external vendors to optimize learning system performance, integrations, and user experience.
- Implement analytics dashboards and reporting structures to track learning engagement, effectiveness, and business impact.
- Drive effective utilization and learning pathway design within vendor learning platforms (e.g., LinkedIn Learning).
General & Organizational Responsibilities
- Represent the organization professionally in all interactions.
- Collaborate to enthusiastically drive TAC Team culture and initiatives.
- Promote and uphold the Mission, Vision, and Values of Stanley Martin Homes.
- Adhere to and promote all safety standards.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
POSITION STANDARDS
- Strong understanding of adult learning principles and instructional design best practices.
- Strong facilitation and presentation skills across small and large group settings.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills to all levels of an organization.
- Ability to influence at all organizational levels.
- Strong project management and organizational skills.
- Ability to analyze learning data and translate into actionable insights.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
- Minimum of bachelor’s degree but master’s degree is preferred in Instructional Systems Design/Technology, Organizational Development, Education, HR or related field.
- Minimum 10+ years’ experience in training, instructional design, curriculum development, or L&D management.
- Experience managing the ADDIE process across all training methodologies: in-person (live and virtual), eLearning, job aids, video/multimedia, and blended solutions.
- Experience leading instructional systems designers and multimedia specialists is preferred.
- Experience working with Learning Management Systems and other learning sites.
- Experience facilitating learning experiences.
- Willingness to travel as needed.
WHAT’S IN IT FOR ME:
- Access to competitively priced, high-quality health care options through Aetna, MetLife and EyeMed, along with employer-paid Short Term and Long Term disability, basic life and AD&D insurance (including employee-paid life, Legal Resources, and Aflac supplemental options)
- Plan for the future by investing in a 401(K), with up to $5K employer match, invest even more with our Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Put your family first with benefits, including 3 weeks of paid parental leave and a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for dependent care
- 12 weeks of paid maternity leave through our Short-Term Disability Plan
- Receive well-rounded wellness benefits, including free and low-cost mental health resources and support services through our Employee Assistance Program
- Continue your education with tuition and certification reimbursement
- Rest and relax with 15 days of vacation (increases with tenure) and 6 days of paid sick leave
- Protect yourself from identity theft or travel mishaps with our no-cost coverage
- Receive great discounts on buying a Stanley Martin home and discounts with our partners in mortgage and title services as well as cell phone service through Verizon
- Get access to your paycheck early with an advanced pay option through Dayforce Wallet
- Support local charities that are important to you through our Giving Back Program; with up to $250 match, 8 hours leave and more
Stanley Martin Homes has been building new homes since 1966. Headquartered in Reston, VA, Stanley Martin Homes is one of the nation’s fastest-growing homebuilders, having built more than 25,000 homes and operating in 14 metropolitan areas and seven states, including Florida, Georgia, Maryland, North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, and West Virginia. Named National Builder of the Year in 2021 by Builder Magazine, Stanley Martin Homes is driven to deliver on its mission to “design and build homes people love at a price they can afford.”
At Stanley Martin Homes, you're not just joining a company—you’re joining a team. Whether your passion is in sales, construction, or operations, you'll contribute to delivering an exceptional home buying experience that helps people realize their dreams.
INTRODUCTION
Who is Stanley Martin Homes?
At Stanley Martin Homes, we believe your work should have a purpose. With us, it truly does.
Our success starts with our people, and we are proud to foster a culture where every team member is valued and supported. At Stanley Martin Homes, you will work alongside passionate, knowledgeable professionals who are committed to doing the right thing, delivering exceptional homebuyer experiences, and putting homebuyers first.
Stanley Martin Homes is one of the largest 25 homebuilders in the United States and it has been consistently one of the fastest growing. We are proud of the people-first culture that makes it possible.
If you are ready to build a meaningful career and help families find the place they will call home, we would love to connect with you. Join our team and build a career that you will be proud of.
ABOUT THE JOB
The Learning & Development (L&D) Manager is responsible for leading enterprise learning strategy and execution to strengthen organizational capability, accelerate employee development, and promote a culture of continuous learning at Stanley Martin. This role owns the end-to-end learning lifecycle—from needs and performance analysis through design, development, delivery, and evaluation—and ensures learning solutions drive measurable business impact.
The L&D Manager leads and manages a team of instructional designers, establishes enterprise learning standards, oversees learning platforms and vendors, and partners closely with business and HR leaders to translate strategic priorities into scalable, high-impact learning solutions across the organization.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
Learning Strategy, Leadership & Governance
- Partner with business and HR leaders to understand strategic goals and translate them into an enterprise learning roadmap aligned to organizational priorities and performance outcomes.
- Own governance of learning intake, prioritization, standards, and solution design to ensure consistency, scalability, and effective use of L&D resources.
- Serve as a thought leader and trusted advisor on adult learning, performance enablement, and workforce capability development.
People Leadership & Team Management
- Lead, coach, and manage a team of instructional designers, providing clear direction, performance feedback, development planning, and workload prioritization.
- Foster a collaborative, high-performance team culture focused on quality, innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Provide day-to-day leadership and project oversight to ensure learning initiatives are delivered on time, on budget, and to enterprise standards.
- Manages the L&D budget and development schedules.
Training Development & Instructional Design (ADDIE)
- Oversee the full ADDIE instructional design process across in-person, virtual, and digital learning experiences.
- Conduct needs assessments and performance analyses to identify skill gaps, learner characteristics, and desired business outcomes.
- Guide the design and development of curricula, learning paths, and blended learning solutions that promote engagement, application, and knowledge retention.
- Ensure all instructional materials meet quality, accessibility, brand, and learning experience standards.
- Integrate AI tools and methods into the learning lifecycle to enhance analysis, accelerate content development, personalize learning, and improve insights.
Evaluation, Measurement & Continuous Improvement
- Evaluate learning programs, vendors, tools, and processes using Stanley Martin’s learning measurement methodology, informed by Kirkpatrick’s Four Levels of Evaluation and the Phillips ROI Model.
- Analyze data and insights to improve learning effectiveness, demonstrate impact on performance and results, and provide recommendations to leaders.
- Partner with business leaders to drive learning adoption, on-the-job application, and reinforcement of behavior change.
Talent & Performance Development Support
- Partner with HR Operations to support enterprise performance management practices, including goal setting, coaching, leadership capabilities, career development, and feedback loops.
- Support the design and execution of enterprise onboarding programs that deliver consistent, high-quality new hire experience and accelerate time to productivity.
Learning Systems & Technology Management
- Oversee the organization’s Learning Management System (LMS), including user management, workflows, content governance, and reporting.
- Partner with IT and external vendors to optimize learning system performance, integrations, and user experience.
- Implement analytics dashboards and reporting structures to track learning engagement, effectiveness, and business impact.
- Drive effective utilization and learning pathway design within vendor learning platforms (e.g., LinkedIn Learning).
General & Organizational Responsibilities
- Represent the organization professionally in all interactions.
- Collaborate to enthusiastically drive TAC Team culture and initiatives.
- Promote and uphold the Mission, Vision, and Values of Stanley Martin Homes.
- Adhere to and promote all safety standards.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
POSITION STANDARDS
- Strong understanding of adult learning principles and instructional design best practices.
- Strong facilitation and presentation skills across small and large group settings.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills to all levels of an organization.
- Ability to influence at all organizational levels.
- Strong project management and organizational skills.
- Ability to analyze learning data and translate into actionable insights.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
- Minimum of bachelor’s degree but master’s degree is preferred in Instructional Systems Design/Technology, Organizational Development, Education, HR or related field.
- Minimum 10+ years’ experience in training, instructional design, curriculum development, or L&D management.
- Experience managing the ADDIE process across all training methodologies: in-person (live and virtual), eLearning, job aids, video/multimedia, and blended solutions.
- Experience leading instructional systems designers and multimedia specialists is preferred.
- Experience working with Learning Management Systems and other learning sites.
- Experience facilitating learning experiences.
- Willingness to travel as needed.
WHAT’S IN IT FOR ME:
- Access to competitively priced, high-quality health care options through Aetna, MetLife and EyeMed, along with employer-paid Short Term and Long Term disability, basic life and AD&D insurance (including employee-paid life, Legal Resources, and Aflac supplemental options)
- Plan for the future by investing in a 401(K), with up to $5K employer match, invest even more with our Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Put your family first with benefits, including 3 weeks of paid parental leave and a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for dependent care
- 12 weeks of paid maternity leave through our Short-Term Disability Plan
- Receive well-rounded wellness benefits, including free and low-cost mental health resources and support services through our Employee Assistance Program
- Continue your education with tuition and certification reimbursement
- Rest and relax with 15 days of vacation (increases with tenure) and 6 days of paid sick leave
- Protect yourself from identity theft or travel mishaps with our no-cost coverage
- Receive great discounts on buying a Stanley Martin home and discounts with our partners in mortgage and title services as well as cell phone service through Verizon
- Get access to your paycheck early with an advanced pay option through Dayforce Wallet
- Support local charities that are important to you through our Giving Back Program; with up to $250 match, 8 hours leave and more
Stanley Martin Homes has been building new homes since 1966. Headquartered in Reston, VA, Stanley Martin Homes is one of the nation’s fastest-growing homebuilders, having built more than 25,000 homes and operating in 14 metropolitan areas and seven states, including Florida, Georgia, Maryland, North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, and West Virginia. Named National Builder of the Year in 2021 by Builder Magazine, Stanley Martin Homes is driven to deliver on its mission to “design and build homes people love at a price they can afford.”
At Stanley Martin Homes, you're not just joining a company—you’re joining a team. Whether your passion is in sales, construction, or operations, you'll contribute to delivering an exceptional home buying experience that helps people realize their dreams.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Learning And Development Manager
Target employers with dedicated L&D functions
Large corporations, hospital systems, and tech companies maintain dedicated training departments and have established visa sponsorship infrastructure. Smaller firms often lack the HR capacity to navigate the sponsorship process, making employer size a key filter in your search.
Align your degree to the role explicitly
USCIS requires your degree field to directly relate to the L&D Manager role. Degrees in instructional design, organizational development, human resources, or education are the strongest fit. A general business degree may require additional documentation to establish specialty occupation eligibility.
Document measurable training outcomes
Sponsoring employers need to justify the specialty nature of the role. Come prepared with quantifiable results from past programs, such as completion rates, performance improvements, or cost savings, to demonstrate the professional-level complexity the position requires.
Highlight instructional design and LMS expertise
Fluency with learning management systems and instructional design frameworks strengthens your case for specialty occupation status. These technical competencies signal that the role requires specialized knowledge beyond general management, which directly supports a successful H-1B petition.
Pursue employers already filing LCAs for similar roles
Employers who have previously sponsored training, instructional design, or HR-adjacent roles understand the process and are far more likely to sponsor again. Searching for prior Department of Labor filings for comparable titles is a practical way to identify receptive employers.
Address nonimmigrant intent confidently at interview
For consular interviews, be prepared to explain your professional ties to your home country and long-term career plans. L&D roles often involve org-level relationships that demonstrate clear professional grounding, which helps establish credible nonimmigrant intent during the visa interview.
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Does a Learning and Development Manager role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B sponsorship?
Yes, in most cases. USCIS considers L&D Manager a specialty occupation when the role requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field such as instructional design, organizational development, education, or human resources. Generic management roles without a field-specific degree requirement can face RFEs, so the job description's language matters significantly.
What degree do I need for an employer to sponsor my H-1B as an L&D Manager?
A bachelor's degree in instructional design, education, organizational development, human resources, or a closely related field is the standard requirement. Degrees in unrelated disciplines can still qualify if you have substantial coursework or certifications bridging to L&D, but your employer's attorney will need to build that case carefully in the H-1B petition.
Which industries are most likely to sponsor Learning and Development Managers?
Healthcare systems, financial services firms, large technology companies, and professional services firms such as consulting and accounting are the most consistent sponsors. These industries have formal training functions, high employee headcounts justifying dedicated L&D staff, and existing legal infrastructure for sponsorship. You can browse actively sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate.
How does the H-1B lottery affect my chances of getting sponsored as an L&D Manager?
The H-1B cap and lottery apply to most L&D Manager roles at for-profit employers. With a selection rate around 25% in recent years, many qualified candidates go unselected in their first attempt. Employers with cap-exempt status, such as universities or nonprofit research institutions, offer a path around the lottery entirely, which is worth prioritizing in your job search.
Can I get E-3 or TN sponsorship as an L&D Manager if I'm from Australia, Canada, or Mexico?
Australian citizens can pursue E-3 sponsorship for L&D Manager roles, provided the position meets specialty occupation standards and the employer files a certified Labor Condition Application. Canadian and Mexican citizens may qualify under TN status if the role maps to an eligible USMCA occupation category, though L&D Manager is not always a straightforward TN fit and requires careful review with an immigration attorney.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Learning And Development Manager jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
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