About the role

  • Director of Learning Content leading the design of investment education at CFA Institute. Shaping skills-based learning experiences globally for investment professionals.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the design and development of high-quality, learner-centric content across CFA Institute’s education portfolio, including but not limited to the CFA Program, certificates, and other credentials
  • Translate complex, real-world investment practice into engaging learning and assessment experiences that build practical, job-ready skills
  • Collaborate closely with learning design, assessment, product, and subject matter experts to shape innovative and effective learning journeys
  • Author, review, and refine educational content, assessments, and study tools to ensure accuracy, relevance, and clarity
  • Guide and coach external contributors such as authors, reviewers, and item writers, providing clear standards and constructive feedback
  • Contribute to curriculum alignment with practice analysis, learning outcome frameworks, and advisory guidance
  • Work effectively across global, remote, and cross-functional teams, influencing without formal authority and balancing multiple priorities

Requirements

  • Credible experience in investment management, financial services, or a closely related field
  • Experience contributing to or developing professional, university-level, or vocational learning materials, training programmes, or educational content in finance or related disciplines
  • A clear and authentic motivation to work in learning and education, with interest in how adults learn and how complex practice can be translated into effective learning experiences
  • A track record of producing accurate, high-quality, and market-relevant content, with comfort working through review cycles, feedback, and iterative improvement
  • Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build trust and collaborate effectively with internal teams, external contributors, and senior industry professionals
  • Proven ability to operate independently in a global, cross-functional environment, balancing multiple priorities and delivering to agreed timelines
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with confidence explaining complex concepts clearly to diverse audiences
  • CFA Charterholder strongly preferred. Candidates without the charter will also be considered where they bring equivalent industry credibility and learning content experience. Other relevant professional qualifications (for example ACA/CA/CPA, FRM, CIPM, CAIA, or similar) are also valued.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health coverage for you and your family
  • Generous leave and time off
  • Competitive retirement plans
  • Flexible work options
  • Wellness, education, and support programs
  • Eligibility for an annual incentive bonus

Job title

Director, Learning Content

Job type

Experience level

Lead

Salary

$130,000 - $170,000 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Location requirements

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