Senior Learning & Development Specialist

Company Description

Welcome to SMG Swiss Marketplace Group AG! We simplify lives with innovative digital solutions, transforming industries since our formation in 2021 through the merger of Scout24 Switzerland and TX Markets. Operating across real estate, automotive, general marketplaces, and finance & insurance, we thrive on our core values: Better Together, Aim High, and Act Responsibly.

Meet the Team!

At SMG, our strength lies in our people. Here are some of the team members you could work alongside:

• Mladen Ilincic - Senior Specialist Employee Experience - LinkedIn
• Isidora Misic - Digital Learning Specialist - LinkedIn
• Florian Conradi - Head of Talent & Organisational Development - LinkedIn

Job Description

Your Mission

As a (Senior) Learning & Development Specialist in our Talent & Organisational Development team, you will play a pivotal role in shaping impactful, inclusive, and inspiring learning experiences. From leadership development to embedding culture, you’ll create meaningful moments that help our people grow, lead, and thrive.

Join our dynamic, global SMG team of Explorers spanning Switzerland, Serbia, Vietnam, France, Germany, and India—where creativity, collaboration, and continuous learning are at the heart of what we do.

Specific Responsibilities

• Design and deliver powerful learning programs: Craft engaging learning experiences with a current focus on leadership development (LDJ - Leadership Development Journey, onboarding new leaders, pick & grow modules).
• Embed our values across the employee lifecycle: Bring SMG’s culture to life through practical, people-first learning experiences from hiring to offboarding.
• Facilitate workshops and trainings: Lead leadership sessions, Culture & Feedback Bootcamps, team offsites, and workshops that spark connection, growth, and engagement.
• Co-create learning with business teams: Partner with teams across SMG to design learning that supports performance, development, and career growth.
• Build a strong learning network: Manage internal trainers and external providers to ensure a high-quality, scalable learning experience.
• Measure and improve impact: Use data, feedback, and experimentation to continuously improve and evolve our learning offerings.

Your responsibilities will evolve as we grow.

Qualifications

What Will You Bring?

• Proven experience designing, delivering, and facilitating modern learning programs in a corporate or international setting.
• Strong conceptual and organizational skills, with an ability to navigate big-picture thinking and detailed planning seamlessly.
• Fluency in English; proficiency in German is a plus.
• A background in adult learning, organizational development, psychology, education, or a related field.
• An open, hands-on mindset with a passion for trying new things and making learning practical and engaging.

We value your unique skills and the ability to learn quickly, so don't worry if your career path has been unconventional.

Additional Information

What Do We Offer?

• 6 weeks of holidays (with the possibility to purchase up to 10 additional days).
• 40-hour work week.
• 18 weeks of maternity leave and 6 weeks of paternity leave; also applicable in cases of adoption.
• Flexible working arrangements, as we strongly value work-life balance.
• Access to mental health, well-being, and counseling platforms.
• Swiss transport system half-fare card and first-class travel by train between SMG sites in Switzerland.

Recruitment Process

Our hiring process is a two-way street where both parties have the opportunity to understand each other. Here’s what you can expect:

1. Initial Screening Call (30 minutes)
2. Interview with Hiring Manager (60 minutes)
3. Work sample & Team Fit Meeting (90 - 120 minutes)

At SMG, we value unique perspectives and believe in the potential of every individual. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and encourage you to apply online using the form below, even if you don’t meet every requirement. Together, we grow skills, embrace differences, and make an impact.

About Us

SMG Swiss Marketplace Group AG is a pioneering network of online marketplaces and a cutting-edge European digital company that simplifies people’s lives with innovative products. Our portfolio includes Real Estate (ImmoScout24, Homegate, Flatfox, alle-immobilien.ch, Immostreet.ch, home.ch, Publimmo, Acheter-Louer.ch, CASASOFT, IAZI), Automotive (AutoScout24, MotoScout24), General Marketplaces (anibis.ch, tutti.ch, Ricardo), and Finance & Insurance (FinanceScout24, moneyland.ch). The company was founded in November 2021 by TX Group AG, Ringier AG, La Mobilière, and General Atlantic.

Disclaimer

SMG Swiss Marketplace Group AG primarily engages directly with candidates. We do not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate profiles from recruitment agencies unless we have specifically requested their assistance for particular roles. Any submissions made without prior request will not be acknowledged or considered. We appreciate the understanding and cooperation of recruitment agencies in respecting this policy.