Global L&D Operations Manager – Shared Services
Boston Consulting Group
Europe, Portugal, Lisbon
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Salary
$131,000 - $215,000 Per Year
Rank
Director
Responsibility
Functional Tower Lead
Scope
Global
Workplace
Hybrid
Functions
IT
Marketing
Reports to
Level
N-2
Travel Max:
0%
Posting Date
05-04-2025
Description
As the Global Learning & Development Operations Manager, you will support the successful execution of virtual and hybrid learning events across global teams. Your role will be essential in ensuring consistent, high-quality delivery while maintaining efficiency and alignment with organizational goals.
You will oversee learner operations, streamline processes, and implement best practices to enhance the overall learning experience. By driving continuous improvement, you will contribute to a culture of excellence and innovation within the Learning & Development function.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead & Manage Team: Directly manage and supervise a Global L&D Operations team of 5-10 members, ensuring efficient delivery of high-quality outputs to stakeholders.
- L&D Strategy & Participant Management: Develop and implement effective L&D communication strategies while overseeing the global participant lifecycle, including registration, cancellations, logistics, and database management.
- Oversee core operations, including LMS (SABA) setup, session scheduling, learner tracking, and the collection and analysis of feedback and KPIs to improve engagement and program outcomes.
- Drive innovation and efficiency by identifying bottlenecks, integrating new technologies like automation and GenAI, and applying best practices to streamline learning operations at scale.
- Manage capacity planning and staff utilisation, including tracking work requirements, monitoring business demands and collaboration across operations teams to meet expectations of key stakeholders
- Partner with Faculty POCs and vendors to coordinate tracking and support of learning hours in LMS
- Collaborate cross-functionally with content leads, program manager and broader Shared Services to align processes, update operational playbooks, and ensure a consistent learner journey.
Qualification & Requirements
You’re Good At
- Driving operational excellence with a passion for learning new technologies, identifying inefficiencies, and applying structured, data-informed approaches to streamline processes and deliver measurable improvements.
- Navigating complexity with confidence, managing logistics, systems, and multiple stakeholders simultaneously while maintaining momentum and keeping a clear view of strategic goals.
- People development and leadership, leading teams with empathy and clarity to ensure the best learning experience delivery
- Delivering exceptional service and outcomes by being highly organized, a clear communicator, and a trusted collaborator—skilled at influencing across teams and levels to drive alignment and results.
- Adapting to change: you are flexible, proactive, and calm under pressure in evolving environments, anticipating challenges or bottlenecks.
- Working globally: you enjoy collaborating across cultures and time zones, and bring a thoughtful, inclusive mindset to your work
What You’ll Bring
- 7+ years of experience in learning operations, event management, or a similar role, ideally in a global, fast-paced organization
- Strong expertise backed with experience in managing virtual learning tools/platforms like SABA, Zoom, Teams, and Trello
- Demonstrated project management skills, with the ability to prioritize, problem-solve, and deliver results
- Excellent stakeholder management abilities across multiple regions and seniority levels
- Proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, Tableau) to inform decisions and track operational success
- Experience with emerging technologies like AI or automation is a plus
- Strong communication and storytelling skills, with a focus on influencing stakeholders
- Team leadership; coaching and supporting team growth and development
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Life Insurance
- PTO / Vacation Policy
- Other Perks and Benefits…
Company Profile
Boston Consulting Group
Industry
Business Consulting and Services
Revenue
$11B
Employees
25,000
Fortune 500 Rank
NA
Global 500 Rank
NA
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