Advisory Learning and Development Manager

Neptune Technology Group Inc. is a technology company serving water utilities across North America. Since 1892, we have continually focused on the evolving needs of water utilities – revenue optimization, operational efficiencies, and improved customer service. With our portfolio of smart water meters, data collection systems and software, we make data actionable for our customers – so they can remain focused on the business of water. For additional information, please visit the company website at www.neptunetg.com.

Learning and Development (Partner, Lead or Manager)

Position Summary

We are seeking a Learning & Organizational Development Manager to design, build, and lead an enterprise-wide learning and development strategy that strengthens workforce capability, supports organizational performance, and fosters a culture of continuous learning. This role will own the broader learning ecosystem at Neptune including professional development, manager/supervisor effectiveness, role-based skill development, and leadership readiness. This is an opportunity for a strategic, hands-on learning leader who enjoys building scalable systems, partnering with leaders, and translating organizational goals into meaningful learning experiences that support employees at all levels.

Skills:

Key Responsibilities

Needs Assessment & Analysis

• Conduct thorough training needs analyses with stakeholders, subject matter experts, and leadership to identify performance gaps and define learning objectives.
• Collaborate with HR, senior leadership, and department leaders to align training and development initiatives with organizational goals and strategic priorities.
• Work closely with internal SMEs and external consultants to gather content, validate accuracy and ensure relevance of training materials.
• Coach and guide SMEs on content development, instructional design methodologies, and effective knowledge transfer.

Learning & Development Strategy

• Develop an enterprise-wide learning and development strategy aligned with organizational goals, workforce priorities, and performance management objectives.
• Identify organizational capability gaps and design learning solutions that support current and future needs.
• Build scalable learning systems, frameworks, and pathways that support employees across roles, functions, and career stages.
• Promote a culture of continuous learning, growth, and professional development.

Instructional Design & Development

• Translate complex leadership concepts and business needs into engaging learning content.
• Select and recommend appropriate instructional modalities and technologies to achieve learning objectives.

Leadership & Management Development

• Design structured leadership development pathways for all levels of leadership in alignment with our Leadership Development Framework.
• Sustain and broaden our leadership development framework that promote consistency, equity, and organizational effectiveness across all levels of the organization.
• Serve as a trusted partner to leaders on leadership development best practices.

Program Management & Evaluation

• Manage multiple learning and development initiatives simultaneously.
• Evaluate program effectiveness using participant feedback, performance outcomes, and workforce data.
• Use insights to continuously refine and improve learning offerings.
• Maintain learning documentation, resources, and training records.

Knowledge, Skills & Competencies

• Strong understanding of instructional design.
• Ability to design and implement scalable, enterprise-wide learning systems.
• Executive presence and the ability to build trust with senior leaders.
• Strong coaching, listening, and developmental counseling skills (non-clinical).
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and relationship-building skills.
• High emotional intelligence, sound judgment, and discretion.
• Strong understanding of instructional design.
• Ability to design and implement scalable, enterprise-wide learning systems.
• Executive presence and the ability to build trust with senior leaders.
• Strong coaching and listening skills.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and relationship-building skills.
• High emotional intelligence, sound judgment, and discretion.

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience designing and delivering learning programs for employees and leaders at multiple levels.
• Certification and/or applied experience with leadership or personality assessment tools such as DISC or similar frameworks.
• Strong facilitation experience with leadership, management, or professional audiences.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Organizational Development, Adult Education, Psychology, Business, or a related field

Experience: 5–10 years of experience in learning & development, training, organizational development, or a related discipline.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Organizational Development, Human Resources, Leadership, or a related field.

• Coaching certification or formal training in leadership or executive coaching.
• Experience supporting succession planning or leadership pipeline initiatives.

Location: Duluth, GA