Specialist, Learning & Development

Company Description

Job Description 

This job is located at our Global Home Office in Columbus, Ohio.

What Will You Be Doing? 

• Provide expertise on learning and development activities to ensure practices are embedded in all elements of our associate lifecycle — talent attraction, onboarding, development, engagement, well-being, and communication 
• Own learning roadmap for all leader level trainings and educational programs 
• Develop digitally led L&D content, trainings, resources, and workshops that are not necessarily addressed by other learning and development initiatives for specific needs 
• Identify learning gaps, consult on systems and process improvements, and provide expertise and resources to help programs design training and resources
• Track, report, and evaluate training programs for participation and effectiveness; make recommendations to improve offerings
• Identify, evaluate, and recommend external training partners and manage their selection, performance, and budgets as well as integration into existing learning roadmap and systems
• Contribute to the development of L&D focused facilitation capabilities across the organization by conducting train-the-trainer sessions, maintaining facilitation guides, and coaching facilitators, as needed 
• Consult with EMEA and APAC Home Offices on globally aligned, regionally specific associate learning opportunities
• Stay current on evolving developmental needs and ways of working through internal listening and external benchmarking

What Do You Need To Bring? 

• Bachelor’s Degree or related experience
• 5+ years of corporate experience in learning, instructional design, and development or equivalent 
• Exceptional facilitation and communication skills at all leadership levels
• Ability to build strong relationships 
• Strong project management and organization skills 
• Event planning and program management skills preferred  
• Ability to listen and understand the needs of internal/external stakeholders and in turn develop thoughtful solutions

Our Company 

Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (A&F Co.) is a global retailer of five iconic, omnichannel lifestyle brands catering to the kid through millennial customer: Abercrombie & Fitch, abercrombie kids, Hollister, Gilly Hicks and Social Tourist. At A&F Co., we’re here for our associates, customers and communities on the journey to being and becoming who they are – and because no journey is the same, we strive to create an inclusive culture, where everyone is free to share ideas.  

Our Values 

We lead with purpose and always put our people first, which is evidenced by our Great Place to Work™ Certification, as well as being a 2021 recipient of Fortune’s Best Workplaces in Retail, and named a Best Place to Work for LGBTQ+ Equality by the Human Rights Campaign for 16 consecutive years. We’re proud to offer equitable compensation and benefits, including flexibility and competitive Paid Time Off, as well as education and engagement events, including various Associate Resource Groups, volunteer opportunities and additional time off to give back to our global communities.  

What You’ll Get

As an Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (A&F Co.) associate, you’ll be eligible to participate in a variety of benefit programs designed to fit you and your lifestyle. A&F is committed to providing simple, competitive, and comprehensive benefits that align with our Company’s culture and values, but most importantly – with you! We also provide competitive incentives to reward the commitment our associates have for moving our global business forward:  

• Incentive bonus program
• 401(K) savings plan with company match
• Annual companywide review process
• Flexible spending accounts
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Associate assistance program
• Paid parental and adoption leave
• Access to fertility and adoption benefits through Carrot
• Access to mental health and wellness app, Headspace
• Paid Caregiver Leave
• Mobile Stipend
• Paid time off & one paid volunteer day per year, allowing you to give back to your community
• Work from anywhere (Mondays and Fridays are “work from anywhere” days for most roles & six work from anywhere weeks per year)
• Seven associate wellness half days per year
• Onsite fitness center
• Merchandise discount on all of our brands
• Opportunities for career advancement, we believe in promoting from within
• Access to multiple Associate Resource Groups
• Global team of people who will celebrate you for being YOU!

Additional Information

Abercrombie & Fitch Co. Is An Equal Opportunity Employer