L&D Specialist

The Learning & Development Specialist supports the design, development, and delivery of role-based curriculum and learning programs. This role requires solid organizational skills and a collaborative mindset to contribute to learning initiatives. The Specialist will assist in the implementation of the Workday Learning LMS and support onboarding practices with a focus on in-person training and enhancing the employee experience. This role will work report to the Senior Manager of Learning & Development (L&D), and partner across both the Talent and L&D teams, as well as with business leaders and HR Business Partners, to contribute to talent development efforts and ensuring alignment with business objectives through continuous improvement and learner feedback.

POSITION LOCATION:

This role is eligible for a hybrid schedule based out of our headquarters in Deerfield, IL, with in-office presence expected at least 3 days per week (typically Tuesday–Thursday). In mid-2025, Fortune Brands will transition to a new world-class campus in Deerfield, offering vibrant collaborative workspaces, onsite daycare, dining, fitness amenities, and more.

YOUR ROLE:

• Support the implementation of the Workday Learning LMS, contributing to integration and user adoption efforts.
• Assist in revising onboarding practices with a focus on in-person training and improving the employee experience.
• Contribute to the design, development, and delivery of role-based curriculum and learning programs.
• Collaborate with team members to offer effective learning solutions for a hybrid learning environment.
• Help design and deliver learning content using various methods, including videos, eLearning, instructor-led content (virtual and in-person), job aids, tool kits, guides, and learning portals.
• Apply instructional design methodologies to create learning solutions that support business and learner needs.
• Build relationships with business leaders and HRBPs to support learner objectives and development priorities.
• Assist in gathering user feedback and evaluations to inform continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to support the development of learning products.
• Facilitate learning programs and workshops using diverse training methods and formats.
• Support the assessment of learning effectiveness through evaluation techniques.
• Use analytical thinking to research and recommend solutions to learning-related challenges.
• Provide insights to help identify skills gaps and support upskilling initiatives.

Qualifications

• 4-year relevant degree
• 1+ years of experience in instructional design, learning delivery, or talent development, or a combination of these years of experience between both the Human Resources function and experience in a business role related to training or development
• Exposure to onboarding practices and/or learning program development
• Experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS), preferably Workday Learning
• Strong facilitation and communication skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
• Organized and proactive in a dynamic, multi-tasking environment

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree in a relevant field
• Exposure to facilitation certifications (e.g., DDI)
• Experience with Inclusion or Culture programs at a large multinational company or organization
• Familiarity with Agile, Scrum, or Kanban methodologies
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks

Company Description:

Fortune Brands Innovations, Inc. is an industry-leading innovation company focused on creating smarter, safer and more beautiful homes and improving lives. Our driving purpose is that we elevate every life by transforming spaces into havens. We believe our work and our brands can have incredibly positive impacts for not just our business and shareholders, but for people and the planet, too. When you join Fortune Brands, you become part of a high-performing team who are empowered to think big, learn fast and make bold decisions. We support an inclusive and diverse culture where everyone is encouraged and empowered to be their authentic selves, and where our differences and unique perspectives are a key strength. Explore life at Fortune Brands here

Additional Information:

Fortune Brands believes in fair and equitable pay. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is Hiring Pay Range: $56,000 USD - $84,700 USD. Please note that actual salaries may vary within the range, or be above or below the range, based on factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, professional achievement, business need, and location. In addition to base salary, employees will participate in either an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, or a role-based sales incentive plan.

At Fortune Brands, we support the overall health and wellness of our associates by offering comprehensive, competitive benefits that prioritize all aspects of wellbeing and provide flexibility for our teammates’ unique needs. This includes robust health plans, a market-leading 401(k) program with a company contribution, product discounts, flexible time off benefits (including half-day summer Fridays per policy), inclusive fertility / adoption benefits, and more. We offer numerous Employee Resource Groups to support inclusivity and our associates’ feeling of belonging at work.

Fortune Brands is a brand, innovation and channel leader focused on exciting, supercharged categories in the home products, security and commercial building markets. Our portfolio of brands includes Moen, House of Rohl, Aqualisa, SpringWell, Therma-Tru, Larson, Fiberon, Master Lock, SentrySafe and Yale residential.

Fortune Brands is headquartered in Deerfield, Illinois and trades on the NYSE as FBIN

Equal Employment Opportunity:

FBIN is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Reasonable Accommodations:

FBIN is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please contact us at [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request along with your contact information. Resumes submitted to this email address will not be responded to.

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