The Big Picture:
We are seeking a highly skilled, agile Instructional Designer to design, develop, and deliver high-quality learning experiences in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment. This role partners closely with stakeholders, subject matter experts (SMEs), trainers, and coaches to translate complex business and compliance needs into clear, engaging, and outcomes-driven learning solutions.
The ideal candidate brings a strong blend of instructional design expertise, project management discipline, stakeholder collaboration, and execution speed. You are detail-oriented, solutions-focused, and comfortable owning multiple projects simultaneously while adapting quickly as priorities evolve.
What You'll Do:
Learning Design & Development
- Apply adult learning principles to design practical, engaging, and outcomes-driven learning experiences
- Research, gather, organize, and translate content into effective learning assets using tools such as:
- Articulate Storyline
- Articulate RISE 360
- Canva
- Establish measurable learning objectives and success criteria for every deliverable
- Incorporate knowledge checks and assessments to evaluate learner comprehension and effectiveness
- Design and develop a variety of learning assets, including:
- Presentations for all levels of the organization (Beautiful.ai, PowerPoint, Google Slides)
- Detailed facilitator guides (Train-the-Trainer / T3)
- Clear, easy-to-follow job aids and SOPs
- Microlearning videos demonstrating new vs. old processes and how-to guidance
- Blended learning solutions, including self-paced modules, assessments, review materials, and accountability mechanisms
Communication & Enablement
- Deliver clear, concise written and verbal communication to stakeholders, SMEs, learners, and leaders
- Translate complex or ambiguous stakeholder needs into actionable, compliant learning solutions
- Proactively communicate project status, risks, and timelines to stakeholders and the Learning Solutions team
- Partner closely with SMEs to:
- Gather requirements
- Validate content accuracy
- Ensure alignment with business and regulatory needs
- Actively manage SME relationships by setting expectations, timelines, and deliverables
Project Management
- Own learning projects end-to-end, from intake through revisions, delivery, and ongoing maintenance
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously with strong prioritization and timeline discipline
- Identify risks early and implement mitigation strategies
- Adapt quickly to shifting priorities while maintaining quality and deadlines
Quality & Continuous Improvement
- Establish and maintain processes for:
- Version control
- Document accuracy
- Secure distribution of learning assets
- Ensure stakeholders always have access to the most current, approved materials—especially in environments without a centralized knowledge base
- Maintain high standards of:
- Accessibility
- Accuracy
- Clarity
- Visual quality
- Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and implement solutions proactively
What You Bring:
- Bachelor’s degree in Instructional Design, E-Learning Technology, Education, Human Resources, Communications, Marketing, or a related field
- Minimum 3 years of corporate instructional design experience, preferably within:
- Legal
- Medical
- Financial services
- Or other highly regulated industries
- Strong understanding of adult learning theory and instructional design methodologies
- Exceptional organizational, editing, and attention-to-detail skills
- Ability to simplify complex or ambiguous requests into clear, compliant learning solutions
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and communicate progress effectively
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify issues and resolve them quickly
- Proven reliability and availability to work remotely for a standard 40-hour workweek
- Availability between 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM in Mountain, Central, or Eastern Time Zones
Why TopDog Law Is The Place To Be:
- Join the fastest-growing law firm in the U.S. and be part of a team driven by momentum, innovation, and real impact 🚀
- Work fully remote from anywhere, supported by a high-performance culture built on speed, accountability, and results 💻
- Do meaningful work that directly contributes to firm growth, client outcomes, and operational excellence
- Grow your career quickly with real opportunities for advancement, we promote from within 🪜
- Thrive in a culture of innovation focused on continuous improvement, collaboration, and high-quality execution
- Benefit from leadership that invests heavily in people, technology, training, and long-term success 🖥️
- Earn competitive compensation and strong benefits, including comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and protection plans 💵
- Receive a 4% 401(k) company match, helping you build long-term financial security from day one 💰
- Access company-paid holidays, two floating holidays, and five paid sick days (with rollover up to 10 days)
- Enjoy generous paid time off:
- 120 hours in year one
- 160 hours beginning your second anniversary
- 200 hours annually starting your fifth anniversary