Director/Manager, Learning and Development
About Ascent
Ascent Developer Solutions is a leading private lending platform, serving real estate developers nationwide in the acquisition, renovation, and construction of residential real estate. Founded by a leadership team with a deep understanding and personal experience in virtually every facet of real estate development, Ascent is uniquely positioned to create custom, innovative lending solutions for a variety of real estate development business strategies.
The Director/Manager, L&D will build and lead Ascent University, designing and executing scalable learning programs that enhance leadership capability, employee performance, and organizational growth. This role will partner closely with leadership, HR, and business leaders to align development initiatives with strategic priorities.
Key Responsibilities
Strategy & Program Design
Develop and execute enterprise-wide L&D strategy
Design core programs (onboarding, functional/role specific, manager, executive, HiPo)
Build competency frameworks and career paths
Create curriculum, through partnership with SMEs
Program Delivery
Facilitate workshops and learning sessions
Manage external vendors and coaches
Oversee LMS and learning content
Leadership Development
Build executive & managerial development programs (new managers- executive)
Implement 360 feedback and coaching
Support succession planning
Talent Development
Launch and manage HiPo program
Build internship and early talent programs
Hiring Excellence
Design and deliver interviewer training
Standardize hiring practices across the organization
Measurement & Analytics
Define KPIs (engagement, retention, promotion rates)
Track ROI of learning programs
Continuously improve based on data
Qualifications
5–10+ years in Learning & Development, Talent Development
Experience building progressive L&D programs from scratch
Strong facilitation and instructional design skills
Experience with LMS platforms
Executive presence and stakeholder management
Strong program management skills
Strong collaboration and consultation approach
Experience with LMS reporting and ROI analytics
Fluent in AI adoption and application
Passionate about cultivating learning cultures with commercial outcomes
Key Success Metrics
New hire time-to-productivity
Internal promotion rates
Manager effectiveness scores
Employee engagement (learning-related)
Retention of high performers
Reduction of Regrettable leavers
The Work Environment
This role works on-site from Ascent's Encino office, Monday - Thursday (Fridays are work-from-home).
Salary Range
Salary range is $130k-$145k per year, with a discretionary bonus adding up to 20% per year.
Our Benefits
We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and work-life balance. Our benefits include four health plans, two dental plans, health savings account with employer contribution, flexible spending accounts, vision coverage, a 401(k) plan, and other optional benefits from which to choose.
Our Pledge
We pledge to be fair and considerate in hiring and promoting individuals, ensuring everyone can contribute their fullest potential regardless of background, identity, or personal circumstances. By promoting equal opportunity, we not only enhance our workplace but also contribute to a more just and equitable society. At Ascent, we stand united in building a community where everyone is empowered to succeed. Thank you for joining us on our journey towards a more inclusive future.