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Learning & Development Business Partner

Palmer Group

Des Moines, IA • 10/31/2026

Job Description

Job Description

The Learning and Development Business Partner turns business priorities into practical learning experiences that improve performance, strengthen leadership capability, and support career development. This strategic, hands-on role combines business consulting, instructional design, digital learning development, facilitation, and LMS administration to deliver measurable impact across the organization. Apply now to help shape learning solutions that advance organizational goals.

Work Model:

  • On-Site

What You Will Do:

  • Advise business leaders on performance, capability, and future skill needs
  • Translate business priorities into learning strategies, curricula, and development initiatives
  • Partner with HR, leaders, and subject matter experts to create practical learning experiences
  • Design and develop accessible instructor-led, virtual, blended, and digital learning
  • Develop, publish, test, and maintain LMS courses, curricula, learning paths, assignments, certifications, and digital content
  • Facilitate engaging instructor-led and virtual learning for employees and leaders
  • Manage learning initiatives from needs assessment and design through implementation, evaluation, and continuous improvement
  • Analyze learning data and LMS reporting to improve program effectiveness and learner experience
  • Support leadership, onboarding, professional, technical, and functional development programs
  • Stay current on learning technologies, digital learning, AI applications, instructional design, and L&D trends

What You Will Need to Be Successful:

  • Bachelor’s degree in learning & development, instructional design, education, human resources, organizational development, business, communications, or a related field
  • At least eight years of progressively responsible experience in L&D, talent development, instructional design, organizational development, corporate training, or a related discipline
  • Experience as an L&D business partner or internal learning consultant supporting leaders and business teams
  • Significant experience designing and developing digital or e-learning courses and managing content within an LMS
  • Strong knowledge of adult learning theory, instructional design, performance consulting, and learning evaluation
  • Experience managing complex, multi-stakeholder learning projects with competing priorities
  • Experience facilitating instructor-led and virtual learning programs
  • Strong consulting, relationship-building, facilitation, communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to manage multiple projects independently while maintaining quality, deadlines, accessibility, and attention to detail

Benefits Overview:

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401k
  • Stock

Interested and qualified candidates can contact Maddie Hodgson at or email .

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\nCompany Description

Searching for a job can be difficult, and finding the right fit is even harder. Each year, we help thousands of job seekers navigate a changing employment landscape by connecting them with opportunities that align with their skills, goals, and values. Since 1998, we’ve supported individuals across a range of industries by offering career opportunities in full-time, part-time, temp-to-hire, and contract roles.

From entry-level positions to professional and executive-level openings, we work with companies of all sizes, including local employers and nationally recognized brands, to place qualified talent where they’re needed most. Whether you're looking to gain experience or take the next step in your career, we’re here to help you grow your career with confidence. At the heart of our work is a commitment to building lasting relationships based on trust and shared success with every job seeker we serve.

Our experienced team of recruiters is dedicated to delivering personalized support at every stage of the job searchfrom resume feedback and interview coaching to honest, timely communication. To learn more, visit our website: thepalmergroup.com.

Company Description

Searching for a job can be difficult, and finding the right fit is even harder. Each year, we help thousands of job seekers navigate a changing employment landscape by connecting them with opportunities that align with their skills, goals, and values. Since 1998, we’ve supported individuals across a range of industries by offering career opportunities in full-time, part-time, temp-to-hire, and contract roles. \r\n\r\nFrom entry-level positions to professional and executive-level openings, we work with companies of all sizes, including local employers and nationally recognized brands, to place qualified talent where they’re needed most. Whether you're looking to gain experience or take the next step in your career, we’re here to help you grow your career with confidence. At the heart of our work is a commitment to building lasting relationships based on trust and shared success with every job seeker we serve. \r\n\r\nOur experienced team of recruiters is dedicated to delivering personalized support at every stage of the job searchfrom resume feedback and interview coaching to honest, timely communication. To learn more, visit our website: thepalmergroup.com.