Overview

LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST(HYBRID – BOSTON; NEW YORK; WASHINGTON, D.C.; CHICAGO)

If you are creative, love designing learning programs, and are experienced with learning management systems, then we would like to meet you!

The Learning and Development Specialist will have primary responsibility for designing and implementing programs that support the firm’s strategy for the continued professional development and learning of its Consultant staff. This individual will work closely with fellow L&D and Talent team members, Consultants and others to design new programs and initiatives, bringing proven creative approaches to a range of different learning environments (in person, online and virtual). Additionally, this role will be responsible for upgrading and maintaining existing content, and migrating existing content to online formats.

At Cornerstone Research, you will be part of a thriving, 700-strong team that spans eight offices, comprises more than 40 nationalities, and leads the industry in its commitment to develop team members across all levels. Inc. Magazine has recognized Cornerstone Research three times as a Best Workplace for its outstanding employee engagement, collaborative culture, and professional growth opportunities.

You’ll Love It Here If You…

• Are thoughtful and open to learning
• Have a high bar for excellence
• Believe that teamwork leads to success; #onefirmfirm!
• Always do things the right way, even if it’s harder
• Are truly committed and passionate about what you do

How You’ll Help Our Team Succeed

• Design creative, interactive and impactful learning programs for the consulting staff, partnering with consultants and talent team members.
• Manage the organization and implementation of learning programs for consulting staff, in partnership with other team members including preparation of materials, preparing faculty, post-program evaluation, and managing access through the Learning Management System.
• Manage the firm’s Learning Management System, working to drive deeper usage and adoption, and finding ways to better leverage its capability.
• Support the orientation and integration of processes and programs for new employees, helping to drive improvement of on-boarding the firm’s new hires.
• Partner as needed on firmwide talent initiatives, such as the Team Barometer, Advisor feedback etc.

What You’ll Need to Be Successful

• 5 years of relevant professional experience, in a professional services firm preferred.
• The desire to take initiative and actively contribute to the team and the firm
• The ability to communicate effectively and professionally
• Strong business acumen and the ability to learn the firm’s financial and operational functions
• The mindset to provide superior service
• Experience in content design required.
• Project management experience required.
• Experience in managing an LMS required, experience with Cornerstone OnDemand a plus.
• Strong team player. Highly adaptable and collaborates effectively with others.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organization skills.
• Bachelor’s degree required, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Who We Are

Cornerstone Research provides economic and financial analysis and expert testimony in all phases of commercial litigation and regulatory proceedings.

We work with a broad network of testifying experts, including leaders from academia and industry, who are recognized for their depth of knowledge, accomplishments, and research. Our staff consultants contribute expertise in economics, finance, accounting, and marketing, as well as business acumen, familiarity with the litigation process, and a commitment to produce outstanding results.

The firm’s uniquely collegial and supportive atmosphere makes Cornerstone Research a great place to work. We invest in our people in a host of ways, from providing meaningful learning and development opportunities to organizing memorable social events. To many, our culture and our people are the most exciting and enriching aspects of a career at Cornerstone Research.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Cornerstone Research is an equal employee opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or other factors protected by law.