Learning & Development Specialist (Data-Focused) – Contract

Location: Remote (Preference for Danbury, CT area)

Pay: $28–$34/hour

Duration: 3–4 month contract (high likelihood to extend or convert)

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented Learning & Development Specialist to support a key data cleanup and optimization project within the HR team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working independently, is highly organized, and has a strong interest in data analytics and HR systems.

You’ll play a critical role in maintaining and improving the accuracy of learning data, supporting reporting, and ensuring the effectiveness of learning management processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the HR Learning Manager with day-to-day learning operations and data management

• Create, maintain, and update Excel trackers to monitor training and completion data

• Analyze data using advanced Excel functions (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, etc.)

• Perform high-volume data entry, validation, and cleanup with strong attention to accuracy

• Maintain and update records within Learning Management Systems (LMS) and HR systems

• Generate reports and organize data to support decision-making

• Assist with LMS administration (assignments, completions, reporting, basic troubleshooting)

• Ensure data integrity across systems through consistent auditing and review

Required Qualifications

• Advanced MS Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, data tracking and analysis)

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

• Ability to work independently in a data-heavy, task-driven environment

• Interest in data analytics, HR systems, or learning and development

• Experience with data entry, reporting, or administrative coordination

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with a Learning Management System (Cornerstone, Workday, SuccessFactors, etc.)

• Exposure to HRIS or HR operations

• Bachelor’s degree (or in progress) in Business, Data Analytics, HR, Computer Science, or related field

• Strong communication and customer service skills

What Makes This Role Exciting

• Opportunity to gain hands-on experience with HR systems and data analytics

• High-impact project with visibility across the HR function

• Strong potential for extension or full-time conversion

• Ideal for recent graduates or early-career professionals looking to build analytical and systems experience

Work Environment

• Fully remote with standard business hours

• Collaborative HR team with a strong focus on accuracy and process improvement

• Independent, task-oriented work with clear deliverables

This is a Contract position based out of Danbury, CT.

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $34.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully remote position.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 1, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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Salary : $28 - $34