Talent Development Lead

DRW is a diversified trading firm with over 3 decades of experience bringing sophisticated technology and exceptional people together to operate in markets around the world. We value autonomy and the ability to quickly pivot to capture opportunities, so we operate using our own capital and trading at our own risk.

Headquartered in Chicago with offices throughout the U.S., Canada, Europe, and Asia, we trade a variety of asset classes including Fixed Income, ETFs, Equities, FX, Commodities and Energy across all major global markets. We have also leveraged our expertise and technology to expand into three non-traditional strategies: real estate, venture capital and cryptoassets.

We operate with respect, curiosity and open minds. The people who thrive here share our belief that it’s not just what we do that matters–it's how we do it. DRW is a place of high expectations, integrity, innovation and a willingness to challenge consensus.

The Talent Development Lead plays a critical role in driving employee growth, performance, and engagement across the organization. This position is responsible for designing and executing development strategies that enhance skills, prepare future leaders, and support career progression while aligning with business objectives. Working closely with senior business leaders and HR partners, the Talent Development Manager identifies capability gaps, creates targeted learning programs, ensures efficient use of resources, and fosters a culture of continuous learning, inclusion, and innovation.

Talent Development Lead – Key Skills & Responsibilities

Core Responsibilities

• Design and implement talent development programs aligned with organizational goals
• Oversee leadership development, mentoring, and career growth initiatives
• Collaborate with managers to identify skill gaps and create targeted training plans
• Manages the firm’s Employee Survey Programs
• Evaluate and improve learning programs using measurable outcomes
• Coordinate with external vendors for training delivery when needed
• Promote a culture of continuous learning and innovation
• Support DRW’s values through the oversight of Employee Resource Group activities

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Education, Business Administration, or related field; Master’s preferred
• 5+ years in learning & development or talent management roles
• Proven experience with instructional design and adult learning principles
• Strong facilitation, coaching, and presentation skills
• Excellent project management and organization abilities
• Skilled communicator able to work collaboratively across all levels of an organization
• Proficient with Learning Management Systems (LMS) and HR technology tools
• Analytical mindset for measuring training effectiveness and ROI

Key Competencies

• Strategic thinking and problem-solving
• Relationship building and stakeholder engagement
• Adaptability and change management skills
• Innovation and continuous improvement focus

The annual base salary range for this position is $80,000 to $120,000 depending on the candidate’s experience, qualifications, and relevant skill set. The position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. In addition, DRW offers a comprehensive suite of employee benefits including group medical, pharmacy, dental and vision insurance, 401k (with discretionary employer match), short and long-term disability, life and AD&D insurance, health savings accounts, and flexible spending accounts.

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