Learning & Development Business Partner (HR-LD-2026-157-LD)

CERN seeks a Learning & Development Business Partner in Geneva to lead technical learning strategy, manage training programs, and supervise a team within a hybrid work model.

This position sits within the HR Learning & Development team at CERN. The role is pivotal in shifting the organization's approach from portfolio-based training to competency-driven streams. The incumbent will oversee Technical and Technical Management Learning Competencies, focusing on developing staff capabilities and driving the evolution of digital learning across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Identify and analyze technical and technical management training needs across CERN.
• Source and manage internal and external training providers to ensure effective program implementation.
• Lead the development of digital learning initiatives, including e-learning design, delivery, and partnerships.
• Assess training effectiveness through feedback surveys, data analysis, and reporting.
• Conduct a biennial Departmental Learning Strategy to gather learning requirements and outline necessary actions.
• Manage the Training Centre and its associated personnel.
• Oversee and monitor the relevant training budget.
• Stay informed about CERN’s scientific and technical challenges and collaborate with relevant committees and experts.
• Supervise a team of four, including contractors, staff, and a graduate.
• Engage with internal stakeholders to present learning portfolios and foster a culture of continuous learning.

Requirements

• Master's Degree or equivalent relevant experience in HR, Learning and Development, or a related field.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Learning Management Systems.
• Knowledge and experience of Oracle Fusion (or another HCM).
• Spoken and written English, with a commitment to learn French.

Nice to have

• Experience in the areas of physics or engineering.

What the company offers

• Competitive tax-free salary increasing with years of relevant experience.
• 30 days of paid leave per year plus 2 weeks annual closure.
• Coverage by CERN’s comprehensive health insurance scheme for self, spouse, and children, and membership of the CERN Pension Fund.
• Family, child and infant monthly allowances depending on individual circumstances.
• Relocation package including installation grant, removal, and travel expenses.
• Possibility to extend contract up to 8 years and eligibility for indefinite contract tenure.

About the company

CERN is a global hub for scientific collaboration, fostering an environment where innovation and teamwork thrive. Diversity is an integral part of CERN's mission and an established value central to its success, with the organization valuing diverse perspectives and inclusion.

• Diversity is an integral part of CERN's mission and an established value central to its success.
• CERN fosters an environment where innovation and collaboration thrive, valuing diverse perspectives and inclusion.