Additional Information

Job Number 25014308

Job Category Human Resources

Location Marriott International HQ, 7750 Wisconsin Avenue, Bethesda, Maryland, United States, 20814VIEW ON MAP

Schedule Full Time

Located Remotely? N

Position Type Management

Job Summary

Global Leadership Development at Marriott is part of the Talent Development discipline, focused on growing great leaders to fuel performance, enrich lives, and accelerate reinvention. By driving innovation and applying disciplined approaches, this team transforms Marriott from a traditional training organization into a true learning organization that enables agility, innovation, and competitiveness.

The Global Leadership Development Manager plays a critical role in this transformation by managing leadership programs, collaborating with global teams, shaping governance and metrics, and delivering impactful learning experiences. Reporting to the Senior Director of Global Leadership Development, this role requires expertise in leadership development, project management, learning technologies, and scalable solutions that align with organizational goals.

Core Work Activities

• Develop and deliver leadership development programs aligned with organizational strategy, ensuring innovative and scalable solutions that meet diverse business needs.
• Manage critical aspects of program deployment, including timelines, resource allocation, communications, participant engagement, logistics, and coordination with internal teams, faculty, and vendors.
• Develop and implement governance frameworks to ensure consistency, efficiency, and optimization of processes, tools, and resources, driving strategic alignment of leadership initiatives with organizational goals and enabling scalable, high-impact solutions.
• Collaborate with global teams to align leadership development initiatives, share best practices, and ensure consistency while providing expert consultation on leadership and adult learning principles to address specific business challenges.
• Apply advanced learning evaluation techniques and leverage data analytics to assess leadership development needs, measure program effectiveness, track behavior change, and identify actionable opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Integrate emerging learning technologies (e.g., AI tools, LXP, LRS, LMS) into program development and delivery to enhance the learning experience and efficiency.
• Facilitate engaging and impactful leadership development sessions and workshops for leaders at all levels.
• Lead or collaborate in cross-functional projects to develop and implement leadership initiatives, balancing competing priorities and ensuring timely delivery of high-quality outcomes.
• Champion a culture of continuous learning and development, advocating for innovation and the adoption of best practices across the organization.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders, including senior leaders, to gain alignment, drive engagement, and influence outcomes.
• Adapt and innovate in a dynamic environment, addressing challenges and navigating ambiguity with resilience and resourcefulness.

Candidate Profile

Education And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial/Organizational Psychology, Human Resource Management, Organizational Development, Leadership, or related field (required). Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in leadership development, learning & development, or talent management roles.
• Strong knowledge of adult learning principles, leadership development best practices, and learning evaluation strategies.
• Proven experience in program and project management, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Proven ability to facilitate engaging learning experiences for diverse audiences, including senior leaders.
• Proficiency in leveraging learning technologies (e.g., LMS, LXP, LRS) and emerging tools.

Some travel will be required.

The salary range for this position is $93,400 to $146,100 annually. Marriott offers a bonus program, comprehensive health care benefits, 401(k) plan with up to 5% company match, employee stock purchase plan at 15% discount, accrued paid time off (including sick leave where applicable), life insurance, group disability insurance, travel discounts, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, health savings account (except for positions based out of or performed in Hawaii), flexible spending accounts, tuition assistance, pre-tax commuter benefits, other life and work wellness benefits, and may include other incentives such as stock awards and deferred compensation plans. Benefits and incentive compensation may be subject to generally applicable eligibility, waiting period, contribution, and other requirements and conditions.

The compensation and benefits information is provided as of the date of this posting. Marriott reserves the right to modify compensation and benefits at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.

Marriott International is the world’s largest hotel company, with more brands, more hotels and more opportunities for associates to grow and succeed. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.

About Organization

Marriott International, Inc. is based in Bethesda, Maryland, USA, and encompasses a portfolio of approximately 9,000 properties across more than 30 leading brands in 141 countries and territories.

Its heritage can be traced to a root beer stand opened in Washington, D.C., in 1927 by J. Willard and Alice S. Marriott.

Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. Marriott International does not discriminate on the basis of disability, veteran status or any other basis protected under federal, state or local laws.

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