Director Talent Development

JOB PURPOSE:
The Director Talent Development at Sage Publishing will be responsible for designing and implementing a global learning strategy that aligns with our mission to enable the dissemination of knowledge and support academic and professional development worldwide. This role will focus on creating innovative learning programs that empower Sage employees to drive business growth, foster leadership, and cultivate a culture of continuous learning in addition to playing a pivotal role in advancing our vision of creating an informed society by embedding diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) into all learning and development initiatives.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
•Develop and execute a global learning and development strategy that aligns with Sage’s mission to support the dissemination of knowledge and foster educational progress.
•Create and implement leadership development programs that cultivate the next generation of leaders at Sage, ensuring that our values of integrity, innovation, and inclusivity are reflected in leadership practices.
•Design and deliver scalable global learning programs tailored to the unique needs of Sage’s geographically diverse workforce, leveraging blended learning approaches.
•Integrate the latest in learning technologies (LMS, AI-driven tools, VR/AR learning) to deliver engaging, relevant, and innovative learning solutions.
•Own and manage vendor and supplier relationships to ensure service provisions are met and learning investments are fully realized.
•Align L&D initiatives with performance management processes, ensuring learning and development supports talent progression, capability-building, and individual growth using data-driven insights to measure the effectiveness of L&D programs and ensure a clear return on investment (ROI), continuously optimizing learning solutions based on feedback and performance metrics.
•Lead and develop a global L&D team, ensuring alignment with Sage’s mission of delivering meaningful educational content and fostering growth while overseeing the L&D budget, ensuring that resources are effectively deployed to achieve the greatest impact across global teams.
• Partner with Sage’s DEI leadership to embed equity and inclusion into all aspects of the global
learning strategy and create / promote learning initiatives that address unconscious bias, inclusive
leadership, and cross-cultural competence, supporting Sage’s commitment to fostering a diverse
and equitable workplace.
SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
• Significant demonstrated experience managing global learning programs, with an
understanding of how to tailor learning solutions to diverse cultures and geographies.
• Extensive experience in creating and scaling leadership development programs with
demonstrable return on investment, particularly in organizations with a mission-driven focus
like Sage.
• Proficient in using modern learning technologies and tools (e.g., LMS, e-learning platforms),
with a keen understanding of how technology can enhance global learning experiences.
• Strong analytical skills with a track record of using data to measure the effectiveness of
learning programs and making informed decisions.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills, with the ability to
influence senior stakeholders and engage a wide variety of audiences.
• Demonstrated passion and comprehensive experience in integrating DEI principles into
learning and development programs.
• Strategic and visionary thinker with a passion for education and knowledge dissemination.
• Proven ability to drive strategic transformation globally with significant utilisation of change
management practices
• Strong business acumen with an understanding of how learning supports organizational
growth.
• Collaborative leader with excellent stakeholder management skills.
• Adaptable, resilient, and innovative, with a focus on continuous improvement.
About Sage:
Sage is a global academic publisher of books, journals, and library resources with a growing range of technologies to enable discovery, access, and engagement. Believing that research and education are critical in shaping society, Sara Miller McCune founded Sage in 1965. Today, we are controlled by a group of trustees charged with maintaining our independence and mission indefinitely.
Our guaranteed independence means we’re free to:
Do more – supporting an equitable academic future, furthering disciplines that drive social change, and helping social and behavioural science make an impact
Work together – building lasting relationships, championing diverse perspectives, and co-creating resources to transform teaching and learning
Think long-term – experimenting, taking risks, and investing in new ideas
About our Team :
The Global Talent team focuses on designing and operationalizing strategies and products related to talent development, acquisition and management. We work alongside colleagues in the wider People and Culture community to enable the business to achieve its organizational goals and to empower our people to fulfill their potential. We are a dynamic and collaborative team of curious learners who value partnership and outside-in thinking.
Could you be our new Director of Talent Development? Are you?
Passionate about developing solutions that enable people to learn, grow and fulfill their potential? Comfortable with ambiguity and able to pivot between strategic visioning and operational focus. Keen to experiment and nurture new ideas. An empathic leader who recognizes and values the unique qualities of each team member. Ale to demonstrate significant experience of managing global learning programs, with an understanding of how to tailor learning solutions to diverse cultures and geographies.
Experienced in crafting and scaling leadership development programs with demonstrable return on investment, particularly in organizations with a passionate focus like Sage.
Proficient in using modern learning technologies and tools (e.g., LMS, e-learning platforms), with a keen understanding of how technology can improve global learning experiences.
Highly analytical with a track record of using data to measure the efficiency of learning programs and making informed decisions.
An excellent communicator with strong presentation, and relationship-building skills, with the ability to influence senior collaborators and engage a wide variety of audiences.
Passionate about integrating DEI principles into learning and development programs and have significant experience in this area.
A forward-thinking and transformative individual with a passion for education and knowledge dissemination.
Able to drive strategic transformation globally with significant utilization of change management practices.
Possessed with strong business insight with an understanding of how learning contributes to organizational growth.
A leader experienced in collaboration with excellent leadership skills in working with collaborators.
Adaptable, resilient, and innovative, with a focus on continuous improvement.
Your new role:
As the Talent Development Director at Sage, your main responsibility is to develop a global learning strategy that aligns with our mission of knowledge dissemination and professional development. This role requires crafting innovative learning programs to empower employees, foster leadership, and promote continuous learning. You will also be instrumental in integrating diversity, equity, and inclusion into all our development initiatives.
A cover letter is important to us, this offers the hiring manager valuable insights into how your skill set aligns with the role, what unique contributions you can bring to the team and why you are interested in this position. Therefore, when applying for this role online, please upload your cover letter and CV as one document .
Applications without a cover letter may regrettably not be reviewed.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
At Sage we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team that is representative of all sections of society and to sustaining a culture that celebrates difference, encourages authenticity, and creates a deep sense of belonging. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, disability, sex or gender identity, sexual orientation, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief as creating value through diversity is what makes us strong. As a business and as an organisation with an increasingly agile workforce, we're open to flexible working arrangements where appropriate.
Sage is committed to Diversity and Inclusion and is an equal opportunities employer. We
value individuality and therefore welcome all qualified applications from a diverse range of
candidates.
Suitable candidates can share their resume at

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