As a Sr Learning and Development Specialist, you will play a vital role in shaping an inclusive, innovative, and high-performing culture at Staples. Your work will make a daily impact by delivering strategic learning solutions, supporting talent development, and enabling teams to reach their full potential. Join a compassionate and dedicated Human Resources team committed to making a real difference.

What you will be doing:

- Deploy enterprise learning solutions to drive knowledge transfer and measurable business impact.

- Partner with Talent Advisors and the Talent Center of Excellence to design tools for developing high-potential talent, including stretch assignments, classroom learning, and project team participation.

- Facilitate engaging training sessions and provide programmatic support such as scheduling, tracking nominations, and basic reporting.

- Lead onboarding programs to ensure new employees are set up for success.

- Support team effectiveness strategies by facilitating meetings and workshops tailored to diverse teams and priorities.

- Track key metrics and business performance, providing actionable feedback to management.

What You Bring to the Table:

You are comfortable with public speaking and possess high emotional intelligence, allowing you to connect with a wide range of personalities. You thrive in dynamic environments, manage multiple priorities independently, and value collaboration across all business units. Your proactive mindset, creativity in problem-solving, and strong facilitation and coaching skills set you apart.

What’s needed: Basic Qualifications:

- 2+ years of experience in a Learning and Development position

- Strong project management abilities

- Excellent interpersonal skills for cross-functional collaboration

- Ability to work flexible hours and travel up to 25%

Preferred Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent post-secondary education

- Experience in deploying enterprise learning solutions and supporting high-potential talent development

- Successful track record in managing priorities with minimal supervision

We Offer:

Staples is committed to creating an inclusive culture where every associate is valued. Benefit from associate-led Business Resource Groups, comprehensive compensation and benefits, and opportunities for ongoing learning and career growth. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds to join our team.

Staples is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law

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