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We are looking for an experienced and versatile Learning & Development Partner to join our L&D team. This is a broad role designed for someone who can operate across the full spectrum of L&D work - from designing engaging learning experiences to consulting with senior stakeholders and partnering with the business to build lasting capability.
This position requires someone who is equally comfortable advising on a learning strategy, facilitating a leadership workshop, and building a self-paced digital course. You will act as both a practitioner and a trusted partner - bringing a consultative mindset to every engagement.
Our ideal candidate is passionate about learning and development and Morningstar's company objectives. Candidates who will excel in this role possess excellent organizational skills and an ability to interact with and motivate team members across a diverse and complex organization.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
- Consult with business units to diagnose capability gaps, run needs
analyses, and recommend learning solutions - not just respond to
requests
- Build working relationships with senior stakeholders, HR Business
Partners, and Talent Management colleagues
- Design and build learning experiences across formats: self-paced
digital, instructor-led, blended, and in-flow resources
- Translate business and learner needs into clear objectives, then
design solutions that address them
- Produce storyboards, scripts, facilitator guides, and participant
materials
- Facilitate workshops and training sessions for varied audiences,
in-person and virtually
- Partner with subject matter experts and external facilitators to
co-design and deliver programs
- Manage program logistics, communications, and participant experience
end-to-end
- Run multiple concurrent L&D projects with clear timelines and regular
stakeholder updates
- Ensure all learning content reflects Morningstar's values and culture
WHAT YOU BRING
Required
- 3+ years of experience in learning & development across design,
delivery, and stakeholder engagement
- Experience working as an internal L&D consultant: conducting needs
analyses, managing expectations, and recommending solutions
independently
- Facilitation skills, in-person and virtual, across a range of
audience levels
- Experience designing and building both eLearning and live training
programs
- Clear communication skills - able to engage at all levels, including
with senior leaders
- Project management skills: able to manage priorities and communicate
progress
- Familiarity with an LMS; Cornerstone OnDemand experience preferred
- Knowledge of instructional design principles and adult learning theory
- Proficiency in MS Office and virtual delivery platforms
(Teams/Zoom or equivalent)
- Bachelor's degree, or equivalent experience
Preferred
- Experience in a global or matrixed organization
- Familiarity with AI-powered learning tools and emerging L&D technology
- Background in financial services or a similarly data-driven
environment
WHY MORNINGSTAR
At Morningstar, we know we can only empower investors if our people
feel empowered. We make space to keep learning, stretching, and
becoming - with support for your financial, personal, and family
well-being. Because with the right people, place, and purpose, there's
no limit to what you can do.
Morningstar is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants
from all backgrounds. If you need accommodations during the application
or interview process, please let us know.
Compensation and Benefits
At Morningstar we believe people are at their best when they are at their healthiest. That's why we champion your wellness through a wide range of programs that support all stages of your personal and professional life. Here are some examples of the offerings we provide:

• Financial Health
  
  • 100% 401k match up to 6% of salary
  • Stock Ownership Potential
  • Company provided life insurance - 1x salary + commission
• Physical Health
  
  • Comprehensive health benefits (medical/dental/vision) including potential premium discounts and company-provided HSA contributions (up to $500-$2,000 annually) for specific plans and coverages
  • Additional medical Wellness Incentives - up to $300-$600 annual
  • Company-provided long- and short-term disability insurance
• Emotional Health
  
  • Trust-Based Time Off
  • 6-week Paid Sabbatical Program
  • 6-Week Paid Family Caregiving Leave
  • Competitive 8-24 Week Paid Parental Leave
  • Adoption Assistance
  • Leadership Coaching & Formal Mentorship Opportunities
  • Annual Flex Stipend - $1000 annually to cover personal education & well-being expenses
  • Tuition Reimbursement
• Social Health
  
  • Charitable Matching Gifts program
  • Dollars for Doers volunteer program
  • Paid volunteering days
  • 15+ Employee Resource & Affinity Groups

Total Cash Compensation Range
Inclusive of annual base salary and target incentive
Morningstar's hybrid work environment gives you the opportunity to collaborate in-person each week as we've found that we're at our best when we're purposely together on a regular basis. In most of our locations, our hybrid work model is four days in-office each week. A range of other benefits are also available to enhance flexibility as needs change. No matter where you are, you'll have tools and resources to engage meaningfully with your global colleagues.
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