Learning and Development Consultant

LHH ยท Washington, DC
Work typeRemote ยท Contract
Pay$42 โ€“ $60/hr
PostedNov 11, 2026
LevelMid level
In short LHH is partnering with an organization seeking an experienced Learning & Development Consultant for a short-term, high-impact consulting engagement.

๐Ÿ“‹ About the job

Learning & Development Consultant

LHH is partnering with an organization seeking an experienced Learning & Development Consultant for a short-term, high-impact consulting engagement. This individual will partner closely with senior HR leadership to assess current learning initiatives, identify gaps, evaluate external partners, and develop a practical L&D strategy and implementation plan. This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced L&D professional who enjoys building programs from the ground up and can move quickly from assessment and strategy to actionable recommendations.

Details

  • Type: Contract
  • Start: ASAP
  • Schedule: Flexible, 20-30 hour schedule per week
  • Location: Remote
  • Duration: ASAP through Dec 31st
  • Pay: $42-$60 per hour based on experience

What Youโ€™ll Do

  • Assess current learning and development initiatives, employee feedback, and existing resources to identify organizational learning needs.
  • Develop a comprehensive L&D framework and roadmap, including priorities, recommended programming, budget considerations, and measures of success.
  • Create a structured manager and leadership development strategy, with a focus on individuals who may be stepping into management without formal leadership training.
  • Research and evaluate external leadership development and training providers, review proposals, and recommend the strongest options.
  • Evaluate employee assessment tools and recommend solutions that can support leadership, team, and professional development.
  • Develop recommendations for coaching resources, processes, and standard operating procedures.
  • Build out learning opportunities across areas such as communication, project management, leadership, digital skills, and professional development.
  • Review existing programs such as lunch-and-learns and other internal learning initiatives and incorporate them into an overall L&D strategy.
  • Partner with HR leadership and participate in vendor discussions as needed.
  • Develop a final, actionable playbook outlining recommended programs, vendors, ownership, budget considerations, timelines, and success measures.

Qualifications

  • 6+ years of experience in Learning & Development, Organizational Development, Talent Management, or a related area strongly preferred.
  • Experience designing or enhancing organization-wide learning and development programs.
  • Strong understanding of manager and leadership development programs.
  • Experience researching, evaluating, andโ€ฆ
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