ADP

Director Leadership Development

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Job Description

ADP is hiring a Director of Leadership Development. In this position you will be responsible for the strategic planning, design, and implementation of all training and educational aspects of ADP's Leadership Development Program. This position will work across all business units to identify emerging leaders, educate and cultivate candidates for leadership positions, and conduct comprehensive assessment of development needs for each candidate throughout the program to close leadership competency skill gaps. This person will be a liaison and be expected to collaborate with all levels of leadership within all business units and HR partners. This collaboration will identify Business Unit specific needs that result in maximizing leadership effectiveness while reinforcing core leadership skills across the organization. This person will be expected to leverage both internal and external resources to create solutions that include a blended learning approach, such as coaching, mentoring, instructor-led and e-learning options. The role must engage with the sales SVPs and DVPs as well as individuals at the highest levels in relevant business partners such as HR, IT, Corporate and Sales Learning Departments along with outside vendors.At ADP we are driven by your success. We engage your unique talents and perspectives. We welcome your ideas on how to do things differently and better. In your efforts to achieve, learn and grow, we support you all the way. If success motivates you, you belong at ADP.We strive for every interaction to be driven by our CORE values: Insightful Expertise, Integrity is Everything, Service Excellence, Inspiring Innovation, Each Person Counts, Results-Driven, - Social Responsibility.ResponsibilitiesProvide strong leadership skills and expertise through personalized and ongoing coaching sessions to front-line managers to improve leadership effectivenessBuild and implement roadmaps that ensure the capabilities of leaders for future challenges and roles that support worldwide leadership talent movement for the organizationDevelop integrated communication plans which build awareness and gather continuous feedback from stakeholders for ongoing improvement and impact of the Leadership Development ProgramContinually build strong relationship and partnerships throughout the organization (specifically with the Sales Learning teams) to leverage synergies, best practices, and utilization of tools and resourcesWork with instructional design team and other functional areas across the organization to validate the field relevance of leadership contentCollaborate with senior sales leadership to identify and execute on key strategic productivity and development initiatives for field leadershipManage both small and large scale projects, leading and contributing to as well as directing and coaching others with competing/changing deadlinesProvide insight on learning solutions to improve leadership performance to better meet business strategies and goals across all Business UnitsExecute corporate initiatives when neededEstablishes key performance indicators for sales leadership as well as for Sales Ops.Qualifications Required3+ years proven success in a sales or training/development leadership role with experience in full people management responsibilities including hiring, promotions, performance and compensation management, and training and developmentBachelor's Degree or its equivalent in education and experiencePREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Preference will be given to candidates who have the following:Proven success as a sales representative managing a complex territoryStrong understanding of key leadership competencies and adult learning principlesAbility to lead complex projectsExcellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills; ability to adapt style of communication based on audience throughout all levels leadership within the organizationUnderstanding and experience with blended learning (70:20:10 model)Extremely proactive and self-managed, naturally inquisitive, desire to continuously improve current business practicesAptitude for time management, setting priorities, and meeting challenging deadlinesStrong facilitation and presentation skillsWillingness to travel; this position requires 30-50% travel2+ years proven success in a Leader of Leaders (manager of managers) position in either sales or training and developmentExperience in design and execution of leadership development programsManage a large number of individual development plans within a dynamic environmentUnderstanding of Ken Blanchard's Situational Leadership, Challenger Selling Model and Behavior-based InterviewingBasic understanding of Instructional Design, e-learning technologies, and LMS systemsA little about ADP: We are a comprehensive global provider of cloud-based human capital management (HCM) solutions that unite HR, payroll, talent, time, tax and benefits administration and a leader in business outsourcing services, analytics, and compliance expertise. We believe our people make all the difference in cultivating a down-to-earth culture that embraces our core values, welcomes ideas, encourages innovation, and values belonging. We've received recognition for our work by many esteemed organizations, learn more at ADP Awards and Recognition.Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity at ADP: ADP is committed to an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace, and is further committed to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of any protected characteristic including: race, color, genetic information, creed, national origin, religion, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lawful alien status, ancestry, age, marital status, protected veteran status or disability. Hiring decisions are based upon ADP’s operating needs, and applicant merit including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, ability, availability, cooperation, and job performance.Ethics at ADP: ADP has a long, proud history of conducting business with the highest ethical standards and full compliance with all applicable laws. We also expect our people to uphold our values with the highest level of integrity and behave in a manner that fosters an honest and respectful workplace. Click https://jobs.adp.com/life-at-adp/ to learn more about ADP’s culture and our full set of values.

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