Learning & Development

At Mistral AI, we believe in the power of AI to simplify tasks, save time, and enhance learning and creativity.

As the first L&D hire, you will build and manage the Learning & Development function, defining the learning culture, processes, and infrastructure, as well as developing the strategy, implementing tools, and creating programs that support continuous skill development across the organization.

Responsibilities

Strategy & Foundation

• Define and execute the L&D strategy aligned with business objectives and talent development needs
• Identify and prioritize skill gaps across the organization to inform learning initiatives
• Establish metrics and KPIs to measure the impact of L&D programs on business performance

Program Development

• Design and deliver training programs for onboarding, upskilling, and reskilling
• Create scalable learning paths for critical roles and career progression
• Curate external content and partnerships to supplement internal offerings

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Partner with department heads to understand team-specific learning needs
• Work with People managers to identify high-potential employees and development plans
• Collaborate with HR Business Partners to align L&D with talent management initiatives
• Gather feedback from employees to continuously improve learning experiences

LMS Implementation

• Select, configure, and deploy a Learning Management System tailored to organizational needs
• Define technical requirements and integrate the LMS with existing HR and IT systems
• Develop governance policies for content creation, access, and maintenance
• Ensure user adoption through training and change management

Requirements

• 8 years+ of progressive HR experience, most of which in tech startup or high-growth environment
• Cross-country experience in building and managing L&D functions
• Experience implementing and managing Learning Management Systems
• Experience designing and delivering training programs across multiple functions
• Familiarity with instructional design principles and adult learning theories
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in ambiguous and unstructured environments
• Strategic thinking and hands-on execution capabilities
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Ability to influence stakeholders and drive organizational change
• Builder mindset