Senior Learning & Development Specialist (Edtech)

TL;DR

Senior Learning & Development Specialist (Edtech): Establishing people development as a strategic driver for business by designing practical learning and enablement formats with an accent on leadership development, competency models, and career paths. Focus on building structured onboarding programs, integrating L&D with performance review cycles, and utilizing AI-powered learning tools.

Location: Must be based in Germany and own a valid work permit for Germany

Salary: €54,600 – €69,400 gross per year (Total compensation up to €78,400)

Company

A platform where teachers can find and share high-quality, ready-to-use teaching materials for all school types and subjects.

What you will do

• Design and implement practical learning formats, including blended learning, live sessions, and microlearning across the employee lifecycle.
• Drive leadership development initiatives, serving as a strategic sparring partner for Leads to build capable teams.
• Evolve the competency model and translate it into clear, skill-based career paths for Individual Contributors and Leaders.
• Analyze engagement data from pulse surveys and eNPS to derive and implement concrete L&D initiatives.

Requirements

• Hands-on L&D expertise gained within a growing organization, with a focus on building structure and strategic delivery.
• Experience designing and delivering modern learning formats for a digitally native audience.
• Proven ability to lead workshops and alignment sessions with senior stakeholders without formal authority.
• Experience building and facilitating structured, role-specific onboarding programs beyond generic HR processes.
• Expertise in developing pragmatic competency models and linking L&D pathways to performance review cycles.
• English: Proficiency required for communicating complex topics clearly to senior audiences.

Nice to have

• Hands-on experience with e-learning authoring tools, ideally Articulate 360.
• Familiarity with people development platforms such as Culture Amp or Leapsome.
• Experience using AI-powered tools like Synthesia to create digital learning videos.

Culture & Benefits

• Full home office culture with maximum flexibility to set your own work schedule.
• Annual development budget of 1,000 EUR and a 500 EUR budget for home office equipment.
• Possibility to work from abroad for up to 90 days per year.
• Mental health support, including online yoga sessions and dedicated time for therapy or coaching during working hours.
• Strong community focus with regular team bonding events and an annual company-wide retreat.