Director, Learning & Development

Applecart is hiring a Director, Learning & Development in our New York office. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, launching, and scaling the learning initiatives that define our employee experience as we grow. This is a hybrid role that requires a forward-thinking strategist with scalability in mind, pairing deep empathy with resourceful problem-solving skills. The Director will report to our VP, Talent - Chief of Staff, and will work closely with Applecart’s Human Resources Team.

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience in Learning & Development, instructional design, or similar roles; 3+ years of people management experience
• Strong track record of building learning systems, not just courses
• Excellent internal customer service and executive-caliber communication skills
• High EQ with ability to motivate learners and SMEs alike
• Obsessed with quality, clarity, and operational excellence
• Comfortable setting standards and driving accountability
• Prior experience in a people management role, with a proven ability to coach, and develop talented individuals
• Must thrive in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Experience leveraging technology to manage workflow, improve processes, and using data/metrics to improve performance
• Impeccable attention to detail and superior organizational skills

Benefits

• Generous equity compensation
• Annual cash bonus
• Base salary