Learning & Development Manager

At Bondora, our mission is clear: to empower people to enjoy life more while alleviating the stress of managing finances. Founded in 2008, Bondora has proudly served a diverse community of over 1 million customers for an impressive 16 years.

As a rapidly growing financial technology company, we’re reaching new heights with a bold vision. We’re set to acquire a banking license, unlocking a world of possibilities for our customers. Our investment product is available Europe-wide, and we’re actively expanding our loan product footprint to 11 new countries.

Join us on this journey and let’s build the future of finance together!

What is this role about?

As a Learning and Development Manager, you will drive our people training strategy, focusing on leadership and management development. You will identify critical skill gaps, design and deliver tailored training programs, and act as a trusted coach for managers across the organization. Reporting directly to the Chief People Officer, this role is pivotal in equipping our team leads and managers with the skills to set goals, provide feedback, and effectively manage performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement learning programs to address organizational needs, including compliance and skill-based training.
• Design initiatives to enhance managerial capabilities in goal-setting, feedback delivery, and performance management.
• Act as an advisor for managers, providing tools and support to handle underperformance and improve team engagement.
• Partner with senior leaders to align learning programs with business objectives and embed learning into daily operations.
• Track and assess the effectiveness of training programs, iterating based on feedback and outcomes.

This role is located in our Tallinn office, but we welcome applications with relocation to Estonia as well. 

What would ensure success in this role?

• 7+ years of experience in training and leadership development, preferably in finance or tech industries.
• Proven ability to design and deliver impactful training programs in fast-paced, dynamic environments.
• Expertise in coaching managers and team leads, especially new people managers.
• Strong stakeholder management skills, with experience working alongside senior leaders.
• Exceptional facilitation and communication abilities to engage diverse audiences effectively.
• A results-driven approach, with the ability to align learning initiatives with business goals.

What can you expect at Bondora? 

• Contribute to Bondora’s ambitious goal of reaching 1BN in revenue. Your skills and efforts will directly impact our growth trajectory and shape the future of our company.
• Our employees deserve the best. We recognize our people with a competitive salary and a generous benefits package (5 weeks of vacation, private healthcare compensation, hobby grant, mental healthcare support, share options and much more!)
• We provide an environment that encourages your personal and professional growth. As we constantly evolve and innovate, you’ll have endless opportunities to expand your skills and skyrocket your career.

The next steps

If you have the guts, ideas, and a team vision, apply now! 

Our hiring process: 

• Meet our Recruiter: Your first interview will give you the chance to share your experiences and aspirations. 
• Assessments: Complete our personality and logic assessments to showcase your strengths. 
• Engage with Olga, our Chief People Officer: Impress her with your passion and insights. 
• Put your skills to the test: Tackle a home task related to learning and development.
• Collaborate with our Chief People Officer again: Discuss your home task with Olga, showcasing your expertise. 
• Meet and greet with our Chief Executive Officer, Pärtel.
• The celebration begins: If the stars align, receive an offer to join the Bondora team! 

Join our team of Bondorians, and let's make it happen!

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