Job Summary:
The Learning Business Partner is a key member of the Learning, Development & Engagement team, serving as a strategicpartnerandliaison betweenthe Assurance Departmentand the L&D function.This role partners with business leadersanticipate future capability needs based on trends in the accounting profession and Assurance practice, aligning learning strategies with organizational and market demands.
This roleis responsible forshaping and influencing the learning strategy, advising on technical and professional skill development priorities, and ensuring programs are forward-looking and aligned to firm growth. This includes oversight of continuing professional education (CPE), curriculum strategy, and driving a culture of continuous development.
Key Responsibilities:
Serve as the primary liaison betweenAssuranceand the Learning,Development, and Engagementteam, ensuring effective communication and alignment of learning initiatives with business objectives.
Act as a strategicpartnerto business leaders,proactively identifying capability gaps and recommending forward-looking learning strategies informed byinternal and externaltrends.
Monitor external trends in the accounting profession, Assurance standards, and regulatory environment, and translate insights into learning priorities and program recommendations.
Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure learning strategies are aligned with both immediate and long-term business goals.
Lead the strategic oversight of learning solutions, delegating development and delivery where appropriate.
Provide governance and guidance over onboarding and core curriculum programs
Collaborate with our Learning Content Strategistand the larger L&D Teamto createengaging learning materials, including presentations, manuals, e-learning modules, and hands-on exercises.
Facilitateexperienced hireonboardingincluding technical and softwaretraining
Facilitate technical training sessions, adapting content and delivery to effectively engage learners across varying experience levels—from A1s through Partners
Coordinate CPE activities between the department and L&D, ensuring compliance with professional development requirements.
Design, develop, and deliverand support delivery ofcomprehensive new hire onboarding programs tailored to departmental needs.
Assess and evaluate the effectiveness of learning programs, making data-driven improvements as needed.
Foster a culture of continuous learning and professional growth within the department.
Coordinate with global offices to offercomparable live trainings.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Director orSeniorManager of Learning, Development & Engagement.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Business, Education, Human Resources, or related discipline).
Minimum of5-7years of experience inAssurance, including at least 2 years in a Manager-level role.
Active CPA license required.
Experience in learning strategy, talent development, or L&D partnership roles preferred
Familiarity with CPE requirements and coordination is a plus.
Experiencefacilitatinglearning experiences and applying adult learning principles to create engaging, retention-focused content
Additional Skills:
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.
Strong project management and organizational abilities.
Knowledge of instructional design principles and adult learning methodologies.
Analytical and critical thinking skills to assess learning needs and measure program effectiveness.
Ability tointerpret industry, regulatory and business trends and translate them into actionable learning strategies
Professionalism, adaptability, and a collaborative mindset.
Willingness to travelapproximately 25%