Senior Learning & Development Specialist - II

Raleigh, NC Onsite Contract Starts 6/29/2026 Ends 12/31/2026 Job Description Aptask Global Workforce (AGW) is seeking a Senior Learning & Development Specialist - II for a hybrid position with a Global Biotechnology Company located in Raleigh, NC. This is a 6+ month contract opportunity. In IT Customer Success and Enablement (CSE), the goal is to drive internal customer success and technology enablement across the organization to minimize disruption, enhance productivity, and improve the employee experience. This role will bridge the gap between technology and people by raising awareness and fostering engagement with IT offerings and initiatives. The Learning Planning Lead will plan, develop, and engage stakeholders to deploy engaging learning solutions for key internal IT initiatives such as AI, Cybersecurity Awareness Campaigns, and various Workplace Apps & Tools for end users. Only candidates available and ready to work directly as AGW employees will be considered for this position. Responsibilities Learning logistics management – Own live event scheduling, including calendar maintenance, event registration, communications, and follow up, providing a clear and structured end to end process for all team members and stakeholders Stakeholder engagement - Manage intake, documentation, and meeting scheduling with partners, SMEs, and CSE team to progress learning planning in a structured way to achieve learning goals within scope and on schedule Learner needs assessment – Engage partners and SMEs to understand learners needs and requirements to ensure that the learning experience is tailored to their needs and CSE team offerings Learning materials design support - Collaborate with team and stakeholders to plan, co-create and/or design learning materials fit for the audience and needs of the initiative or product offering. This may include live learning events, on-demand resources, and internal social announcements Learning content development support – Collaborate with team to support development of learning content for various technology solutions which are accessible and understandable to a non-technical audience. Support content development including facilitator scripts and presentation materials for IT live learning events Collaboration and consultation – work closely with subject matter experts and other stakeholders to ensure accuracy and relevance of the content. This is critical for aligning learning experiences with the desired learning outcomes Learning facilitation and delivery support – Support facilitation of live or in-person sessions with global audiences focused on technology products, services and/or initiatives, serving as a host representing CSE alongside SMEs Learning surveys and evaluation – Ensure all learning deliverables implement surveys and evaluation methods Requirements Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of project/program planning experience, ideally in corporate learning and development Desired Skills Strong project management skills to ensure quality and on time delivery and maintenance of project calendars, scheduling, registrations, and documentation Proven experience working in a cross functional environment and coordinating communications and development with individuals ranging from Executive Leadership to individual contributors Design experience supporting courses and learning events in technology related areas such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), Cybersecurity, Microsoft Productivity Suite and/or computer applications for internal end users Experience facilitating engaging virtual learning delivery sessions using Zoom Meetings or similar tools Ability to engage end users on complex or technical subjects Knowledge of adult-learning principles, instructional design frameworks such as ADDIE or Successive Approximation Model (SAM) Proven experience creating visually engaging learning content and graphics with exceptional attention to detail and a keen eye for layout, color and brand alignment Experience working in an agile development environment Pay Range Up to $53.95 per hour Benefits Medical Vision Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities) ApTask Global Workforce is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. #J-18808-Ljbffr AGW