We are seeking a Global Learning & Development Manager to shape our global leadership and people development strategy. In this role, you will design impactful learning experiences, define strategic priorities, and drive the evolution of our performance management approach - all in alignment with our HR and business strategy.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a global learning strategy that incorporates AI tools to personalize, automate, and enhance learning experiences.
• Define strategic priorities for learning and organizational development initiatives across all regions.
• Establish globally aligned processes for learning needs analysis and demand planning.
• Continuously develop a global curriculum for leadership and people development, including high-potential programs, partnering with internal experts and external partners to design content.
• Ensure programs are culturally relevant, inclusive, and effective across regions.
• Coordinate with Learning Administration on global rollout, communication, and follow-up activities.
• Ensure consistent methodologies, quality standards, and evaluation approaches with external vendors across regions.
• Manage training budgets and ensure consistent vendor quality and methodologies.
• Partner with business leaders to identify skill gaps and design targeted interventions.
• Act as a trusted partner to HR Business Partners, ensuring learning best practices are embedded across the organization.

Requirements

Education & Experience:

• Master’s degree in HR, Organizational Development, Business Administration, or related field.
• 7–10 years of experience in HR or people development in an international company.
• Experience in corporate or executive learning and leadership development.
• Skilled facilitator with 5–7 years of workshop or training delivery experience.

Key Competencies:

• Strategic and Conceptual Thinking: Ability to design forward-looking, business-aligned learning strategies.
• Innovative and Adaptive Mindset: Comfortable applying new approaches and technologies to learning design.
• Collaborative and Organized: Team-oriented with a structured, reliable, and partnership-based work approach.
• Business-Focused: Able to translate organizational needs into practical, scalable learning solutions.
• Instructional Design Expertise: Skilled in developing and facilitating engaging virtual and in-person learning experiences.

Our Offer

This role offers a unique opportunity to shape leadership development for a global organization committed to continuous learning and innovation. You will play a key role in empowering leaders, enhancing organizational capability, and enabling sustainable growth across diverse teams and cultures.

If you are energized by strategic ownership, global collaboration, and the chance to build future-ready learning and leadership experiences, we would be excited to hear from you.

Andrew Humphreys Head of Talent Acquisition Phone: +49 69 3058 0668 E-Mail: Andrew.Humphreys@clariant.com

Clariant is a Swiss-based global specialty chemicals company, which is concentrated and developed in three business units: Care Chemicals, Catalysts and Adsorbents & Additives. Our purpose as a company is reflected in our tagline "Greater chemistry - between people and planet", which considers the principles of customer, innovation and people orientation, as well as a focus on creating solutions to foster sustainability in different industries by offering high-value and high-performance chemical specialties.

At Clariant, we believe that diversity, equity and inclusion are essential to our success. We strive to cultivate a workplace where all employees feel welcomed, respected, supported, and valued. Our diverse workforce allows us to tap into a wealth of perspectives, experiences, and capabilities that drive innovation. We are committed to ensuring equal opportunities for professional growth and advancement across all levels of the organization, based on objective criteria and regardless of gender, gender identity, race, ethnicity, religion, protected veteran status, age, disability, sexual orientation or other aspects of diversity in accordance with the relevant governing laws. By bringing together talented individuals with diverse backgrounds and viewpoints, we gain the agility to meet the evolving needs of our global customers and communities. Join our team to help advance our mission of fostering a culture of belonging where everyone can thrive.

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