Why Wendy’s

When our square shaped burgers made their first sizzle on the scene more than 50 years ago, people knew our approach wasn’t like any other. Same goes for the way we support our employees. Our culture of openness, flexibility, and inclusiveness allows everybody to flourish in their own way. If you’re looking for a career where you can be part of the action as we continue to grow our iconic brand – We got you!

The Sr Specialist – Learning & Development role will support the design, development, assessment, and implementation of leadership development company-wide programming. An ideal candidate can help us create effective learning strategy that uses a blended learning approach for target audiences that include US and international team members spanning all levels of the organization. 

Responsibilities

• Facilitate and design effective learning curriculum for corporate employees (in-person, hybrid, and virtually).
• Partner with internal clients to create custom learning solutions content and design methodology.
• Responsible for program evaluation to ensure ROI and key success measures for leadership & development programs.
• Oversee LMS tracking and assist with annual compliance training efforts.
• Support vendor management and oversee external systems.

What We Expect From You

• Bachelor’s degree in Adult Education, Instructional Design, Communication, Human Resources or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience developing custom learning solutions for diverse target audiences.
• Experience designing blended (both instructor-led and technology-based content) learning curriculum within learning management systems (Storyline, Articulate).
• Exceptional verbal and written communication and ability to partner and build positive working relationships with employees at all levels.
• Expertise in adult learning and related theories / methodologies.
• Previous experience consulting and influencing multiple stakeholders / client groups at all levels.
• Strong ability to work independently and manage multiple projects
• Minimum 2 years of experience working in learning & development within a corporate organization.
• Gallup Certified Strengths Coach or related certification strongly desired.

“Wendy’s was built on the premise, “Quality is our Recipe®,” which remains the guidepost of the Wendy’s system. Today, Wendy’s and its franchisees employ hundreds of thousands of people across more than 7,000 restaurants worldwide with a vision of becoming the world’s most thriving and beloved restaurant brand.The base pay range for this position is listed below. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and budget for the open position and also may vary depending on the candidate’s job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, among other relevant factors. This range does not include an estimated value for any benefits, bonus, or other incentives that may be applicable based on position. * The target annual bonus for this role is 10% of annualized base salary, based on actual company and personal performance. Our square burgers make us different and so do our benefits! Our restaurant support roles are eligible for a wide array of benefits, including things such as parental leave, free EAP sessions, company 401k match and other great offerings. For more details about our benefits, including an overview of eligibility and terms for certain benefits, please visit our benefits website, www.wendysbenefits.com.*

Note: Wendy’s benefits, bonus, and other incentives are governed by the applicable legal plans and policies and, where appropriate, may be subject to Board approval an individual award agreement terms. Those documents supersede all other information regarding Wendy’s benefits, bonus, and other incentives. Wendy’s retains the right to amend or terminate its plans and policies at its sole discretion, in accordance with applicable plans, policies and laws.”

Education: Bachelor’s Degree

Travel: 10%

Pay Range: $67,000 – $114,000 Annually

Wendy’s is an equal employment opportunity employer who may provide reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.