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Who We Are…
When we say, “the stuff dreams are made of,” we’re not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD’s vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what’s next…
From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.
Location: /India
Manager: Director, Talent & Performance Management and L&D Operations
Title: Learning and Development Specialist
The Job:
The Learning & Development Specialist is an integral member of the WBD Global Learning & Development (L&D) team who will focus on providing administrative support, as well as assist in the day-to-day global L&D projects, programs, and campaigns. We are looking for an extremely organized and proactive individual who is a self-starter and has proven experience as an excellent specialist, coordinator, or administrator.
The Daily:
● Manage the L&D team mailbox and calendar serving as a reliable point of contact for learning and development matters
● Supports virtual and in-person global L&D events and programs – delegate selection, management, communications, surveys, evaluation, engagement and provides tech support on social learning events
● Supports L&D social media and engagement campaigns through a variety of ways e.g. email distribution lists, proofreading, research, filming, viral videos and engagement via Workplace by Facebook
● Stakeholder management - proactively work across global and regional stakeholders. Coordinate and attend relevant meetings, take and distribute materials/minutes, and follow up accordingly
● Manage global vendor administration – responsible for supplier set up, managing preferred supplier list (PSL) and liaising with Legal for agreements (i.e. LATAM, US, and UK legal entities)
● Manage and coordinate Global L&D team budget process – consolidate budgets and forecasting, track spend, oversee invoicing with vendors
● Support team with survey tools (e.g. Survey Monkey, etc.), undertaking quality analysis, creating presentations, when required
● Support team and users with external licensed platforms - program build, monitoring, troubleshooting and data analysis
The Essentials:
● Experience of using IT based records management/database systems
● Exceptional organizational skills, particularly with document management, email, and attention to detail and time management
● Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage tasks effectively on a variety of projects in a fast-paced matrix environment
● Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. A team player who has the ability to collaborate and communicate effectively across different teams, global locations, and with external partners
● Culturally sensitive, comfortable working across different regions and time differences
● Solution orientated, seeks out opportunities for efficiencies and feedback
● Discrete, professional, and personable at all levels
● Flexible and adaptable, change ready with a growth mindset
● Language: Fluency in English (spoken and written)
How We Get Things Done…
This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/ along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.
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