Sr. Learning & Development Consultant - California Leader Academy

Sr. Learning & Development Consultant

• California Leader Academy Clarvida
• 3.1 Los Angeles, CA Job Details 6 hours ago Qualifications Stakeholder engagement Employment law Regulatory compliance HR legal compliance Corporate training teaching experience Developing new training programs California labor law Staff development Stakeholder management Full Job Description Description Sr. Learning & Development Consultant

• California Leader Academy Job Title:

  Sr. Learning & Development Consultant
• California leader

Academy Department:

People / Human Resources

• Talent Enablement /

Learning & Development Engagement Type:

Contract (project-based; hours/week based on scope; potential extension based on business need)

Location:

Remote (U.S.); collaboration across U.S. and Manila time zones

Travel:

None Date posted: 5/7/26 About the Role The Learning & Development (L&D) Consultant

• California Programs is responsible for designing and delivering a California Leader Academy, a structured, scalable leadership development program that strengthens leader capability, ensures compliance, and improves workforce outcomes across the state.

This role will serve as the central point of ownership for leadership enablement in California, translating complex regulatory requirements and operational realities into practical, actionable learning experiences for people leaders. In addition to building the Academy, this role will align onboarding, compliance training, and learning infrastructure to support leader readiness, consistency in execution, and long-term organizational effectiveness. What You'll Own (Core Workstreams / Distinct Projects) 1. California Leader Academy (Primary Focus) Design and launch a structured California Leader Academy, creating a clear, scalable leadership development framework for people leaders across the state.

Define learning pathways for:

New leaders (first 90 days) Developing leaders Experienced leaders needing reinforcement or upskilling Develop and deliver core program content focused on: Progressive discipline and performance management Wage-and-hour and timekeeping compliance Navigating difficult conversations and corrective action Documentation, accountability, and escalation best practices Leading within a highly regulated, high-accountability environment Create scenario-based, practical learning experiences (case studies, simulations, real-world workflows) that reflect day-to-day leadership challenges in California. Establish the program structure and delivery model (live sessions, virtual learning, job aids, reinforcement tools) to ensure consistency and scalability. Partner with HR, Legal, Operations, and Talent Acquisition to ensure all content is accurate, relevant, and aligned to real business expectations. Define and track success metrics, including: Leader readiness and effectiveness Reduction in employee relations issues Compliance adherence Retention and performance outcomes 2. Onboarding & Early Leader Effectiveness (Aligned to the Academy) Redesign California onboarding to align with the Leader Academy framework, ensuring a seamless transition from new hire onboarding into leader enablement. Build structured onboarding experiences for clinicians, administrative staff, and new leaders that reinforce: Role clarity and expectations Compliance requirements Early connection to leadership standards and behaviors Ensure onboarding content reflects real workflows and operational expectations through partnership with HR, TA, and Operations. Integrate onboarding into the broader learning journey, connecting early employee experience to long-term leader development and retention. 3. Compliance & Training Governance (Enable the Academy) Own the review, update, and maintenance of all California-required training content within the Relias platform (LMS system). Partner with Legal and HR to ensure all training content remains accurate as regulations evolve. Translate compliance requirements into clear, practical guidance for leaders, ensuring alignment with Leader Academy content and expectations. Identify gaps, outdated materials, or inconsistencies in required training and proactively drive improvements. 4. Learning Design & Continuous Improvement Develop engaging learning materials (facilitator guides, job aids, e-learning, and live sessions) that support both Leader Academy and onboarding initiatives. Evaluate effectiveness of training programs using feedback, audit results, and operational data. Continuously refine content and delivery methods based on business needs and performance outcomes. Serve as a subject matter expert for California-specific learning, leadership development, and compliance enablement. How You'll Collaborate Partner with the HR Business Partner, TA Business Partner and Manila People Development team to scale delivery, including training logistics, communications, reporting, and learner support. Provide structured program plans, templates, and quality standards to ensure consistent execution across regions. Establish operating rhythms (weekly prioritization, escalation pathways, readiness checkpoints) to support ongoing program success. Required Qualifications 5+ years of experience in Learning & Development, HR, or Organizational Development, preferably in healthcare, behavioral health, or another highly regulated environment Strong working knowledge of California employment laws and training requirements Proven experience designing leadership development programs (not just delivering training) Ability to translate complex compliance requirements into clear, practical, and actionable learning Strong stakeholder partnership skills across HR, Legal, and Operations Experience building scalable programs and operating with both strategy and execution focus Preferred Qualifications Experience working with Relias or similar learning management systems Background partnering with Legal, HR, and Operations on compliance‑driven initiatives Experience supporting clinical and administrative populations