Project Manager, Learning & Development (L&D)
Location: Toronto, ON (Hybrid – 4 days onsite)
Duration: November 23, 2026 – October 15, 2027
Rate: Up to $70/hour
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Extension/Conversion: Potential for extension and permanent conversion
About the Opportunity
Our client is seeking an experienced Project Manager, Learning & Development (L&D) to lead the delivery of medium to high-complexity learning initiatives within a large, enterprise environment. This role will be responsible for managing end-to-end project execution, stakeholder communications, risk management, governance, and learning solution implementation.
The successful candidate will join a collaborative team and play a key role in delivering impactful learning programs that support business transformation and employee development.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead end-to-end planning and execution of Learning & Development projects.
- Manage project scope, timelines, budgets, risks, issues, and dependencies.
- Drive implementation of learning solutions including:
- Instructor-Led Training (ILT)
- Virtual Instructor-Led Training (VILT)
- eLearning Programs
- Webinars
- Workshops
- Learner Pathways
- Facilitate project status meetings and provide regular updates to stakeholders.
- Develop stakeholder engagement and communication strategies.
- Support vendor engagement and onboarding activities when required.
- Collaborate with learning partners and business stakeholders to translate business needs into effective learning solutions.
- Ensure strong governance and adherence to project management best practices.
- Conduct retrospectives and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Champion Agile and hybrid project delivery methodologies.
Required Qualifications
- 7+ years of Project Management experience.
- Proven experience managing Learning & Development (L&D) projects.
- Experience within highly regulated industries such as:
- Financial Services
- Banking
- Insurance
- Strong background delivering medium to high-complexity projects.
- Demonstrated experience managing multiple stakeholders.
- Proficiency with:
- MS Project
- MS Office Suite
- MS Teams / Webex
- Experience working in Agile and Scrum environments.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities.
Preferred Qualifications
- PMP Certification.
- Agile and/or Scrum Certification.
- Program Management experience.
- Experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS) and Learning Experience Platforms (LXP).
- Knowledge of adult learning principles and instructional design practices.
- Experience with eLearning technologies such as:
- Articulate Storyline
- Rise
- SCORM
- xAPI
- HTML5
Ideal Candidate
You are a proactive and solutions-focused Project Manager with deep experience delivering Learning & Development initiatives. You excel at building stakeholder relationships, navigating complex project environments, and ensuring successful delivery of learning solutions that drive measurable business outcomes.
Why Join?
- Long-term contract opportunity with potential extension and conversion.
- Work on enterprise-wide learning and transformation initiatives.
- Collaborative and supportive team culture.
- Exposure to strategic projects with organizational impact.
- Hybrid work environment in downtown Toronto.
Use AI for Hiring: Our recruitment process for this role includes the use of AI-based tools to help evaluate candidate qualifications and screen applications.
Why Kelly?
At Kelly®, we’re committed to finding rewarding opportunities that help you thrive - both professionally and personally. We partner with leading organizations across industries, connecting talented individuals to roles that fit their skills, interests, and goals. As part of the Kelly team, you’ll have access to a diverse network, ongoing career support, and resources to help you succeed. We value inclusion, respect, and work-life balance, and we offer competitive pay and benefits. Join us and discover what’s next for your career!
