Division: IGM-CODLocation: Winnipeg
IGM Financial Inc. is one of Canada’s leading diversified wealth and asset management companies with approximately $271 billion in total assets under managements. The company provides a broad range of financial planning and investment management services to help more than two million Canadians meet their financial goals. Its activities are carried out principally through IG Wealth Management and Mackenzie Investments.
Under IGM Financial’s unique business model based on leading brands and multi-channel distribution strategy, we’re IG Wealth Management. For over 90 years of business, we have grown to become one of the largest most respected companies in Canada. We are a leader in providing the best advice, experience and outcomes for our clients, personalized throughout their lifetime.
At IG Wealth Management, our vision is to inspire financial confidence.
This is your opportunity to build a career with a leading organization where you can learn, grow and thrive both professionally and personally. We are proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Top Employers by Mediacorp Canada Inc. for empowering our employees with the tools to thrive while working remotely, while also providing resources to ensure physical and mental wellness were put front and center.
You will join a team that believes our success starts with the success of our clients, while working together as a team to realize our greatest potential. You will join a team that strives towards excellence while developing and sharing skills and knowledge. You can make a difference for our clients, the world around us and be part of a team that cares. We are dedicated to offering a hybrid work environment when applicable.
IG Wealth Management is a diverse workplace committed to doing business inclusively – this starts with having a representative workforce! We encourage applications from all qualified candidates that represent the diversity present across Canada – including racialized persons, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ community, gender diverse and neurodiverse individuals, as well as all who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.
Position Overview:
The Senior Learning and Development Specialist will design and develop operational learning initiatives and projects that are integral to our learning pillars and enable innovative learning experiences for IGM Operations employees.
The Senior Specialist will conduct needs assessments, design and develop learning content, and implement effective learning solutions aligned with our operational projects and learning pillars (e.g., onboarding, role development, and skills enhancement). They will also facilitate workshops, drive online participant engagement, and sustain learning communities through initiatives like gamification and campaigns.
A key member of the Learning & Development team within Enterprise Operations Enablement, the Senior Specialist reports to the Senior Manager, Learning & Development, and is ideal for someone who enjoys working collaboratively, is skilled in the area of instructional design, and is eager to grow their career.
Responsibilities:
Instructional Design and Development – Designs and develops high-quality and engaging learning content and solutions, conducts needs assessments, and manages the project for business partners.
Technology Integration and Innovation – Demonstrates the use of eLearning authoring tools, and visual, digital, multimedia elements in content design and development. Stays informed of adult learning, instructional design principles, emerging trends, accessibility standards, and learning experience design (LxD/UX). Actively integrates best practices and new approaches in L&D projects.
Stakeholder Engagement and Communication – Maintains strong relationships with business partners to ensure specific goals and business outcomes are achieved. Communicates effectively with key stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of projects.
Facilitation and Engagement – Facilitates scheduled workshops and programs (virtual, instructor-led, blended, hybrid) and fosters learner interactivity and engagement with participants. Solicits feedback for continuous improvement, drives online engagement with participants, and sustains learning communities across IGM Operations through activities and initiatives.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I) – Applies DE&I principles and practices, inclusive language and accessibility standards in learning content. Shares best practices with the L&D team to influence their understanding of DE&I principles in content design and development
Qualifications:
3-4+ years of experience in learning and development, instructional design, or a related field, preferably in the Financial Services Industry.
Completion of Learning and Development Certification, related technical degree or equivalent experience.
Advanced to expert proficiency in eLearning authoring tools and LMS or Learning Experience Platforms (LXP).
Experience in performing needs assessments, course design and development and facilitation. Proficient in translating complex information into learner centered, accessible content.
Experience with adult learning principles, instructional design, emerging tools and best practices such as micro learning, learning journeys and LxD.
Proven project management skills. Ability to manage multiple projects within tight deadlines.
Well-developed facilitation skills, as well as written communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders and SMEs.
Intermediate to advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including proficiency in rendering SharePoint pages and knowledge of LMS and/or LXP systems.
Please visit our career page by clicking on the following link: https://www.ig.ca/en/careers
We thank all applicants for their interest in IG Wealth Management; however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
IG Wealth Management is an accessible employer committed to providing a barrier free recruitment experience. If you require an accommodation or this information in an alternate format at any stage of the recruitment process, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team who will work with you to meet your needs.
Please apply by August 22, 2025.
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