Description & Requirements

WHAT MAKES US A GREAT PLACE TO WORK

We are proud to be consistently recognized as one of the world’s best places to work, a champion of diversity and a model of social responsibility. We are currently #1 ranked consulting firm on Glassdoor’s Best Places to Work list and have maintained a spot in the top four on Glassdoor’s list for the last 13 years. We believe that diversity, inclusion and collaboration is key to building extraordinary teams. We hire people with exceptional talents, abilities and potential, then create an environment where you can become the best version of yourself and thrive both professionally and personally. We are publicly recognized by external parties such as Fortune, Vault, Mogul, Working Mother, Glassdoor and the Human Rights Campaign for being a great place to work for diversity and inclusion, women, LGBTQ and parents.

WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH

A talent and human resources job at Bain can prepare you for anything that follows in your career. Here, people are our single greatest asset and the entire company’s success hinges on your capacity to find, develop, and guide those talented people. That means we'll entrust you with the resources you need to craft an inclusive and sustainable team, and to contribute to the culture we know leads to great work.

WHERE YOU’LL FIT WITHIN THE TEAM

The Senior Specialist, Learning and Development, Global Diversity, Equity and Inclusion will act as central member of the DEI Center of Excellence by driving important core projects within Learning and Development team. Duties will include working with the team’s Senior Director to scope/plan efforts and to lead the execution of end-to-end projects or processes related to learning and development priorities (including but not limited to curriculum design, leadership engagement, training delivery, and metrics measurement / reporting). 

Projects will be executed independently as well as in collaboration with colleagues within the team and outside of it (e.g., Regional DEI Leads, DEI Champions, Global Training, BEST, etc.).  Projects will incorporate strategic, analytic, operational and communications components and require the individual to draw on an understanding of DEI and of Bain's strategy, operating model, and culture.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

Collaborate with Senior Director in scoping and executing multiple strategic programs and projects, including curriculum design, metrics tracking and reporting, and priority content development; play key role in securing buy-in/alignment from senior stakeholders (e.g., EVP of DEI COE, Chief Diversity Officer, Regional DEI Leads, etc.)Maintain the underlying ‘operations’ of all projects (including L&D project management plan & calendar, training request and delivery trackers, trainer community lists, etc.) to ensure we stay on track, identify required changes, flag roadblocks, and report on progress to senior stakeholders Create error-free and compelling project-related materials and communications within the team and across the firm and develop / refined learning and development content aligned with industry trends, firm strategy, and core learning objectivesBuild relationships with key stakeholders outside of COE team (DEI Champions, BEST, Global Training) as a visible owner of these projects and a thought partner on their workUnderstand key trends in learning and development (broadly and DEI-specific) outside of Bain (especially at competitors) and what this means for Bain Demonstrate a high level of autonomy and ownership to drive workstreams, including analytics, to deliver key insights that inform learning and development efforts 

ABOUT YOU

Bain is looking for individuals with strong business sense and practical expertise.  Successful candidates must have:

Minimum of 2-4 years of experience in a talent management role that includes a focus on DEI, particularly related to learning and development or internal facing initiativesDemonstrated interest in and knowledge of key diversity, equity, and inclusion topics in corporate environmentsDemonstrated ability to use data to generate insights, to translate insights into powerful materials and communications, and to present content to senior level stakeholdersExcellent project and program management skills, with ability juggle multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and drive resultsInnovative and strategic thinker, with the ability to research, analyze, and develop and implement best practicesAbility to collaborate with colleagues (at all levels) in a fast-paced environment, under pressure, remaining flexible, proactive, and resourceful, with high professionalism Ability to work productively, both independently and as part of a global team, with strong interpersonal and communication skills

U.S. Compensation Information 

Compensation for this role includes base salary, annual discretionary performance bonus, 401(k) plan with an annual employer contribution based on years of service and Bain’s best in class benefits package (details listed below). 

Some local governments in the United States require a good-faith, reasonable salary range be included in job postings for open roles. The estimated annualized compensation for this role is as follows: 

In California state, the good-faith, reasonable annualized full-time salary range for this role is between $79,500 - $104,000; placement within this range will vary based on several factors including, but not limited to experience, education, licensure/certifications, training and skill level.

For all other locations, the good-faith, reasonable annualized full-time salary range for this role is commensurate with competitive geographic market rates for this role and will vary based on several factors including, but not limited to experience, education, licensure/certifications, training and skill level 

 Annual discretionary performance bonus  This role may also be eligible for other elements of discretionary compensation 4.5% 401(k) company contribution, which increases after 3 years of service and is 100% vested upon start date 

Bain & Company's comprehensive benefits and wellness program is designed to help employees achieve personal independence, protection and stability in the areas most important to you and your family. 

Bain pays 100% individual employee premiums for medical, dental and vision programs, offering one of the most comprehensive medical plans for employees without impacting your paycheck Generous paid time off, including parental leave, sick leave and paid holidays Fully vested 401(k) company contribution Paid Life and Long-Term Disability insurance Annual fitness reimbursements