Specialist, Learning and Development (12-Month Contract)

The Specialist, Learning & Development, will contribute to Magna’s next practice of Leadership Development and implement Magna’s learning strategy for the region. This role works across Divisions and Groups to align programs and policies to Magna’s business and strategic priorities and provide insight and recommendations to support continuous improvement.

• Deliver global programs, focusing on implementation and adoption in Canada and USA, while ensuring learning is aligned to our global standards
• Execute on continuous improvements for existing training programs with a focus on Leadership Development Programs such as adapting learning goals, methods and contents based on feedback from participants, trainers, or managers as well as based on changes in respective subject areas (e.g., generations in the workplace, etc.)
• Execute regional program customizations and contribute to global version control of course materials for Leadership Development Programs of all levels
• Support the Program Manager, L&D to administer training delivery of learning programs in Canada / USA and globally, including contracting, facilitator support, and participant management to meet Magna’s business needs
• Track and report on learning outcomes to demonstrate impact of programs to the business

• 3-5 years of experience in Learning and Development
• Degree or diploma in Business, Human Resources, or related field
• Knowledge of adult learning principles, instructional design, and learning evaluation
• Strong communication, organizational, and analytical abilities
• Experience in program design / instructional design and managing learning programs
• Knowledge of adult learning principles, instructional design process, learning evaluation and methods for measuring learning outcomes

• Accommodations for disabilities in relation to the job selection process are available upon request
• Candidates will be required to complete a Criminal Records Check and, if deemed necessary, a Credit Check as part of the candidate selection process
• Regular work travel, estimated at less than 15%

At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.

• Hybrid work policy
• Wellness programs and events
• On-site cafeteria
• Parking for electric vehicles
• Access to private park for employees & their families

At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That’s why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.