Talent Development Specialist

at  Protolabs

BE YOURSELF AT PROTOLABS

Studies have shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to building a diverse team that feels they are valued in the workplace. So do you feel you do not meet every single requirement but still intrigued? We encourage you to still apply! You can help make our company even better. We do not discriminate based on race, colour, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, age, mental or physical ability, or any way you represent yourself. We strongly believe diversity makes for more successful teams.

WHY PROTOLABS?

We are the leaders in digital manufacturing. We hire doers, makers, and creative thinkers who tackle our roles with an entrepreneurial spirit. Our culture is centered around meaningful work that brings new and innovative products to market at unprecedented speeds. We are a diverse team that comes from all walks of life and take pride in our team who is smart, genuine, humble, and passionate about what we do. It’s our people who fuel our creativity and make our culture feel like home.
We are seeking an experienced Talent Development Specialist to join our team! This role will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing global talent development initiatives that enhance employee skills, foster career growth, and drive organizational success.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in instructional design, facilitation (both in-person and virtually), project management, and a deep understanding of global training needs across cultures and regions.

INTERVIEW

A deeper dive into the role, what we’re looking for the hiring manager and you to get to know one another

• Training & Delivery:
  Lead training sessions, webinars, and workshops, both in-person and online.

Adapt and deliver training programs tailored to local and regional needs.

• Instructional Design:

Design innovative training materials, including e-learning and blended learning solutions.

Conduct needs assessments to identify learning gaps globally and align programs with organizational goals.

• Evaluation & Improvement:

Measure training effectiveness using metrics and feedback, refining programs continuously.

• Stakeholder Engagement:

Collaborate with HR, business leaders, and departments to foster a culture of continuous learning.

Act as a resource for learning opportunities and professional development.

• Employee Engagement:

Support global engagement strategy through design, communication, and project planning.

Assist in action planning with leadership.

• Talent Management:

Contribute to talent development and succession planning across Europe.

Assist in implementing performance strategies.

• Technology Utilization:

Utilize Learning Management Systems (LMS) and digital tools for enhanced training delivery.

Stay informed on industry trends and emerging technologies in learning.

• Collaboration:

Ensure alignment of learning initiatives with business strategies across international teams.
Promote a collaborative environment by sharing best practices.