Director of Learning and Development

Director, Learning & Development – EMD / SleepLocation: United States | RemoteIndustry: Pharmaceutical / BiopharmaceuticalTravel: 30–40%A global biopharmaceutical organization is seeking a Director of Learning & Development to lead learning strategy, capability development and execution across its Epilepsy/Movement Disorders (EMD) and Sleep business areas.This senior leadership role will be responsible for translating business priorities, disease strategies and launch requirements into targeted learning programmes that strengthen the capabilities and performance of Commercial, Medical Affairs and Market Access teams.The role will lead a high-performing L&D team and serve as a senior strategic partner to cross-functional stakeholders, ensuring learning priorities are aligned to business objectives and delivered with measurable impact.Key ResponsibilitiesLead the EMD and Sleep Learning & Development strategy, ensuring alignment with business priorities and organisational objectives.Translate business needs, launch priorities and capability gaps into clear learning strategies, programmes and delivery roadmaps.Partner with Commercial, Medical Affairs and Market Access leaders to identify learning requirements and prioritise initiatives.Oversee the design, development, delivery and facilitation of learning programmes, including onboarding, launch readiness, capability building and field effectiveness initiatives.Establish clear expectations around programme scope, timing, quality and measurable outcomes.Monitor training effectiveness and use stakeholder feedback and performance insights to continuously improve learning solutions.Lead, coach and develop a high-performing team comprising senior training and L&D professionals.Manage team priorities, performance, resource planning and talent development while building scalable learning capabilities.Represent L&D within cross-functional forums and ensure franchise needs, dependencies and constraints are incorporated into broader priorities.Oversee training related to CRM platforms, data analytics and digital tools designed to improve field effectiveness and data-driven decision-making.Develop learning approaches that enable field teams to leverage insights and analytics for stronger account planning and customer engagement.Identify opportunities for operational and strategic synergies across Commercial, Medical Affairs and Market Access learning programmes.Ensure appropriate regulatory and compliance boundaries are maintained across Commercial and Medical Affairs initiatives.Promote continuous improvement, innovation, collaboration and adoption of new technologies and ways of working.What You’ll Bring10+ years of experience in Learning & Development, capability building or commercial excellence within the pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical industry.6–8 years of people leadership experience, including managing and developing high-performing teams.Demonstrated experience leading teams comprising Senior Managers, Associate Directors or equivalent-level professionals.Strong knowledge of adult learning principles, instructional design and learning programme development.Proven ability to translate complex business requirements into practical, scalable learning strategies.Experience partnering across complex, matrixed organisations and multiple functional areas.Strong strategic thinking, stakeholder management and communication skills.Experience developing learning programmes that support commercial, medical and/or market access teams.Ability to use data, insights and stakeholder feedback to measure and improve learning effectiveness.Strong understanding of regulatory and compliance considerations within highly regulated environments.Bachelor's degree in Business, Healthcare, Technology or a related field.Preferred ExperienceAdvanced degree such as an MBA or relevant graduate qualification.Experience within healthcare, pharmaceuticals or another highly regulated industry.Experience supporting rare disease or specialty pharmaceutical brands.Background in Sleep and/or Epilepsy.Experience leveraging digital tools, CRM systems and analytics to improve field-force effectiveness.Leadership & Working StyleThe successful candidate will demonstrate:Strong ownership and accountability with a focus on measurable business impact.A growth mindset and willingness to adopt emerging technologies and new ways of working.The ability to navigate ambiguity and make sound, data-informed decisions.Strong cross-functional collaboration and the ability to operate effectively within a matrix environment.Clear and influential communication, with an ability to simplify complex concepts.A commitment to developing people, building psychological safety and creating high-performing teams.A continuous-improvement mindset with the ability to challenge established approaches and identify new solutions.Compensation: Approximately US$184,000–$276,000 base salary, depending on experience and qualifications, plus potential bonus, equity and benefits.#LearningAndDevelopment #Pharmaceutical #Biopharma #LAndD #Leadership #Healthcare #CommercialExcellence #TalentDevelopment #RemoteJobs