"I can succeed as an Investor Development Senior Manager at Capital Group."
As a Senior Manager in Investor Development, you will lead the design, execution, and continuous improvement of learning and development strategies for Capital Group’s global investment professionals. This is a unique leadership opportunity to join an organization renowned for its differentiated investment philosophy, world-class investment talent, and culture grounded in a growth mindset and a commitment to high-impact, holistic learning experiences. In this role, you will architect and deliver a comprehensive learning roadmap that supports both broad-based and targeted development across Capital’s global investor community.
You’ll ensure investment professionals are equipped with the tools, knowledge, and skills necessary to excel in deep research analysis, investment decision-making, and client service. As the investment industry rapidly evolves—particularly with the transformative potential of generative AI—you will lead the integration of innovative technologies and methodologies into the learning ecosystem.
You will serve as a strategic leader within the Investor Development & Early Careers team and as a trusted partner to senior investor leaders and Learning & Development (L&D) counterparts across Capital Group. You’ll bring thought leadership and best practices in L&D to a diverse set of learners—from undergraduate interns to our most seasoned analysts and portfolio managers.
Why This Role Matters
In an era of increasing complexity and innovation in investment management, the need for dynamic, strategic learning has never been greater. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in shaping how Capital Group prepares its investment professionals for sustained excellence and long-term success.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Design & Planning
Develop and implement a long-term learning and development strategy aligned with the full lifecycle of an investor at Capital.
Assess and evaluate current programs to identify opportunities for evolution and impact across short-, medium-, and long-term horizons.
Leverage external best practices and industry trends while aligning with Capital’s unique investment philosophy, business model, and organizational priorities.
Establish measurable outcomes and create feedback loops to drive continuous improvement and accountability.
Engage investor stakeholders to shape and build the strategic learning vision.
Program Management & Execution
Lead the identification, prioritization, and execution of high-impact learning initiatives and targeted educational programs.
Ensure consistency across global initiatives while tailoring content and delivery for local and functional relevance.
Integrate internal development offerings and external insights to maintain current, relevant, and engaging learning resources.
Facilitate learning sessions, coaching engagements, and leadership development experiences.
Manage vendor relationships and evaluate external programs for alignment and impact.
Track learning outcomes and key metrics to assess effectiveness, pilot innovations, and refine approaches.
“I am the person Capital is looking for.”
You have a bachelor's or master's degree in a related field (e.g., Organizational Psychology, Behavioral Science, Education).
You have a minimum of 8 years professional experience with at least 5 years of experience in learning and development, and a minimum of 3 years working in an organization known for forward-thinking talent development practices.
You have proven success in developing and executing L&D strategies, influencing senior stakeholders, and driving measurable outcomes.
You have strong cross-functional leadership with a track record of mentoring and coaching others.
You have deep expertise in learning design, facilitation, and adult learning methodologies.
You have experience designing and delivering global learning programs with consistent outcomes across geographies and time zones.
You have a continuous improvement mindset, are energized by feedback, and possess high standards of excellence.
You are forward-thinking and tech-savvy; you are excited to embed GenAI and other cutting-edge technologies into learning design and content.
You are action-oriented and collaborative, able to inspire engagement around a compelling vision.
You are skilled in navigating complexity, ambiguity, and competing priorities with agility and focus.
You possess strong critical thinking, communication, and stakeholder engagement capabilities.
You have experience influencing strategy through effective communication with diverse audiences, including senior leaders.
You are a natural learner who builds meaningful relationships and shares insights across internal and external networks.
You are a culture carrier who models inclusive leadership and our core values. You champion our community programs and initiatives.
Los Angeles, CA
Company Overview:
Founded in 1931, Capital Group is one of the world’s largest and most trusted investment management companies and home to the American Funds. We manage more than US$1.7 trillion in assets, and our 7,500 associates make our clients their first priority every day. When we do our job right, millions of investors around the world fulfill their dreams and financial goals, from home ownership and higher education, to a comfortable retirement. Our long-term investment results and outstanding service set us apart from our competitors, while our workplace sets us apart from other employers.
OUR CORE BELIEFS
We believe a financial goal is more than a number to your clients. It may represent a new home, a small business, a comfortable retirement or a college education. To help your clients go from dreaming to doing, we have four core beliefs that are central to their investing success.