Director, Commercial Learning – Field Enablement

Xenon Pharmaceuticals Inc.

Director responsible for commercial learning strategy and training programs at Xenon Pharmaceuticals. Focus on building field capability and supporting launch readiness.

Posted 6/26/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $224,452 - $245,500 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define and execute a holistic commercial learning strategy aligned to business priorities and go-to-market objectives
Design and implement comprehensive training programs across: Product, disease state, and market access education; Selling skills and account-based engagement models; Systems and tools training
Build structured learning journeys spanning onboarding, advanced development, and ongoing capability enhancement
Translate strategic priorities into role-specific, applied learning experiences
Own training readiness for launch, including curriculum design, certification, and delivery
Partner with Sales and Marketing to align training to brand strategy, messaging, and milestones
Ensure field teams are fully prepared with the knowledge and skills required to execute from day one
Design and implement leadership development programs for Regional Sales Managers and emerging leaders
Equip front-line leaders with frameworks, tools, and approaches to effectively coach and develop their teams
Develop high-quality, engaging learning experiences including workshops, virtual sessions, simulations, and e-learning
Assess field capability using structured assessments, training metrics, and input from field leadership and execution teams
Measure training effectiveness through knowledge outcomes, skill development, and readiness indicators
Lead the learning strategy and training components of national and regional meetings
Develop and propose short- and long-term objectives for the function in accordance with overall Company strategies and plans
Plan and manage budget proposals and approved budgets in accordance with the Company’s strategic and operating plans and Finance policies

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred
10+ years of biopharma commercial experience across sales, training, learning & development, or commercial operations
Proven experience designing and delivering commercial training programs aligned to launch and performance outcomes
Deep understanding of adult learning principles and commercial field models
Experience developing leadership programs for front-line leaders
Strong facilitation, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Ability to translate business strategy into measurable capability programs
Experience with learning systems and platforms preferred
Willingness to travel up to 40%-50%

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Short- & long-term disability
Accidental death & dismemberment
Life insurance programs
Employee Assistance Program
Travel insurance
Retirement savings programs with company matching contributions
Paid vacation time
Personal days
Sick days
End-of-year company shutdown
Tuition Assistance program for advanced degrees

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Hard Skills & Tools

curriculum designtraining program developmentadult learning principlesleadership developmenttraining metricscapability assessmente-learningworkshop facilitationsimulation designstakeholder management

Soft Skills

communicationfacilitationcoachingteam developmentstrategic thinkingorganizational skillscollaborationproblem-solvingadaptabilitypresentation skills

Certifications

Bachelor's degreeadvanced degree (preferred)