Snowflake DIRECTOR LEARNING DEVELOPMENT 

United States, California 

932868466

To support this charter, a Director of Learning and Development role is being created to build a learning ecosystem that supercharges the development of our executives, line managers, and individual contributors.

1. Build and Scale:
• Establish and build out the company's first enterprise learning and executive development program from the ground up.
• Recruit, onboard, and lead a high-performing team of learning and development professionals.
• Create and implement processes and frameworks to ensure the efficient and effective delivery of learning programs.
2. Thought Leadership:
• Lead the HR function to explore and leverage AI-driven tools to create personalized learning paths and enhance individual learning experiences.
• Utilize data and analytics to gain insights into learning needs, program effectiveness, and employee performance.
• Look into the future to use machine learning algorithms that predict future learning trends and skill gaps.
• Continuously explore and adopt new technologies that can improve the scalability and impact of learning programs .
3. Partnership:
• Collaborate closely with HR business partners to understand talent development needs and align learning strategies with business needs.
• Work in lock-step with our HR Technology team to create integrated talent tools that support employee growth and organizational objectives.
• Create and maintain alignment between enterprise learning and development activities and function-specific learning teams that reside in the business functions.
4. Executive Development:
• Design, implement, and facilitate cutting-edge executive development programs that align with Snowflake’s long term goals.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to identify development needs and create personalized learning solutions that match our company pace and identity.
• Provide coaching and mentorship (personally and through vendors) to enhance the leadership capabilities of our senior leaders.
5. Front Line Manager Enablement:
• Develop and execute programs that empower front-line managers with the skills and tools they need to manage their business efficiently and lead their people effectively.
• Create engaging growth initiatives focused on leadership, communication, performance management, and team development.
• Continuously assess and improve the effectiveness of our management development programs using data-driven insights.
6. Individual Contributor Learning:
• Design and implement learning programs that support the growth and development of our individual contributors.
• Leverage technology to deliver personalized learning experiences that address specific skill gaps and enhance employee performance.
• Foster a culture of continuous learning and professional development across the organization.
7. Needs Analysis:
• Conduct comprehensive needs assessments to identify skill gaps and development opportunities across the organization.
• Use data-driven methodologies to prioritize learning initiatives and align them with business goals.
• Regularly review and update learning programs based on changing business needs and employee feedback.

• Ability to be on-site in either the San Mateo or Dublin office three days per week.
• Minimum of 12 years of experience in an enablement function,
• At least 7 years proven experience in an L&D leadership role.
• Familiarity (or growing familiarity) with AI-driven learning tools and personalized learning platforms.
• Proven experience in managing executive development curriculum and programs.
• Excellent communication, coaching, and facilitation skills.
• Proven experience driving high-impact collaboration with senior leaders, HR business partners, and cross-functional teams.
• Strong analytical skills and a data-driven mindset to drive decision-making.
• Experience driving large-scale, technology-driven learning programs for global, cross-functional audiences.

• Opportunity to shape the learning and development strategy of a forward-thinking organization.
• Work in a collaborative and supportive environment that values innovation and continuous improvement.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.