Leadership development manager designing scalable programs for Affirm’s aspiring and new people leaders. Building practical learning journeys, communities, assessments, and coaching experiences.
Responsibilities
Lead the design, delivery, and continuous improvement of leadership development programs for aspiring, first-time, and newly hired people leaders, including Leading@ and Leader 101
Create practical support for leadership transitions, including preparing for first management roles, performance conversations, employee coaching, and team building
Design scalable experiences combining interactive workshops, peer learning, self-directed resources, and hands-on practice
Build communities and peer learning experiences for new leaders
Translate Affirm's leadership expectations into practical tools and experiences
Incorporate leadership assessments and coaching into development programs
Partner with People Business Partners, Talent Acquisition, Talent Management, and Learning
Gather feedback, test approaches, and use data to improve learning effectiveness and accessibility
Define and track program effectiveness measures, skill development, leadership effectiveness, and performance indicators
Manage learning resources, communications, vendors, and budgets
Requirements
8+ years of relevant experience with a Bachelor's degree, 6+ years with a Master's degree, 3+ years with a PhD, or equivalent experience in leadership development, learning and development, talent management, or a related field
Experience designing and delivering leadership development programs for new or first-time people leaders at scale
Strong learning and experience design skills
Ability to create programs blending live learning, digital resources, and hands-on application
Product-oriented approach to learning and development
Experience gathering audience insights, prioritizing improvements, and using feedback and data to guide decisions
Experience building learning communities, peer networks, or cohort-based programs
Experience integrating leadership assessments and coaching into development programs
Strong program management and collaboration skills
Ability to manage competing priorities, build trusted relationships, and influence cross-functional partners
Creative, resourceful approach to complex problem-solving
Willingness to experiment, learn, and continuously improve
Comfort using data and emerging technologies, including AI tools
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position
Benefits
Equity rewards may be included in the total compensation package
Monthly stipends for health, wellness, and tech spending
100% subsidized medical coverage for employees and dependents
Dental and vision coverage for employees and dependents
Flexible time off
Generous holiday calendars
Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP) allowing employees to buy Affirm stock at a discount
Remote-first work flexibility
In-person onboarding experience
Inclusive interview process and accommodations for candidates with disabilities
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