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Learning & Development Specialist

Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE) is on a mission to empower our employees to unlock new possibilities in game development, player engagement, and operations.

To make this happen, we're investing in our people through a number of training initiatives.

We're now looking for a dynamic and forward-thinking Learning & Development Specialist to help shape and deliver our L&D programs, starting with our AI upskilling program.

If you're excited by emerging technology, love building things from the ground up, and want to play a hands-on role in strengthening SIE through AI, this is your chance to make a real impact.

Role Overview

As a Learning & Development Specialist for our AI Upskilling initiatives, you'll work closely with a global and cross-functional team on AI program delivery, while serving as the key owner of localizing these initiatives for Japanese audience.

We're looking for someone who's eager to co-create, experiment, and help drive innovative, future-facing initiatives from the ground up.

If you're energized by ambiguity, inspired by possibility, and excited to help build something new, we'd love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

Support the creation and ongoing maintenance of program offerings such as learning content, live events, and on-demand resources

Lead the end-to-end planning and execution of Japan's first internal AI event as part of the global AI event series.

Partner with selected learning vendors to design and curate AI learning pathways tailored to different roles and personas
Collaborate with internal teams—including Engineering, Studios, and Operations—to support learning at a functional level
Evaluate the effectiveness of learning initiatives and continuously improve programs to meet evolving business needs
Stay up to date on AI trends and advancements to ensure learning content remains relevant, current, and impactful
Localize global content for learners in Japan
Depending on team needs and your experience and interests, contribute to additional Learning & Development or Talent Management initiatives

Required Skills & Experience

3+ years of experience in Learning & Development, Talent Development, or a related field
Excellent communication skills in both English and Japanese (written and spoken)
Strong drive to champion new, unprecedented initiatives—able to clearly communicate their value, gain buy-in, and see them through to execution
Solid project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple initiatives in parallel
Proven stakeholder management and collaboration skills across diverse teams, including Japanese and international stakeholders, with varying levels of seniority

A strong interest in AI and its transformative potential, with a proactive commitment to staying at the forefront of industry trends.

While deep technical expertise is not required, you should be a regular user of AI tools in your day-to-day work and demonstrate high learning agility in experimenting with and applying emerging technologies.

Learning & Development Specialist

Sony Interactive Entertainment(SIE)は、ゲーム開発、プレイヤーエンゲージメント、そしてオペレーション領域における新たな可能性を切り拓くことを目指し、メンバー一人ひとりが力を最大限に発揮できる環境づくりを推進しています。その実現に向け、さまざまな育成施策に投資しています。

現在、L&Dプログラムの企画・推進を担うLearning & Development Specialistを募集しています。まずはAIスキル向上プログラムを中心にご担当いただきます。

新しいテクノロジーに関心を持ち、ゼロから仕組みを構築することに挑戦したい方、そして組織に価値を生み出す取り組みに主体的に関わりたい方にとって、オーナーシップを持って推進できるポジションです。

Role Overview

本ポジションでは、AIスキル向上施策のLearning & Development Specialistとして、グローバルかつクロスファンクショナルなチームと連携しながらプログラムの推進を担っていただきます。同時に、日本の受講者に最適化した形で施策を展開するローカルオーナーとしての役割も担います。

共創しながら試行錯誤を重ね、新しい取り組みを立ち上げていくことに前向きな方を歓迎します。不確実性のある環境の中でも主体的に行動し、施策を形にしていく姿勢を求めています。

Key Responsibilities

ラーニングコンテンツ、ライブイベント、オンデマンド教材などの企画・開発および継続的な改善
グローバルイベントシリーズの一環として、日本における社内AIイベントの企画から実行までをリード
外部パートナーと連携し、職種やペルソナごとに最適化された学習パスを設計・キュレーション
Engineering、Studios、Operationsなどの社内チームと協働し、各機能領域における育成支援を推進
育成施策の効果測定を行い、ビジネスニーズの変化に応じて継続的に改善
AI分野のトレンドや技術動向を把握し、学習コンテンツの関連性と実効性を維持
グローバルコンテンツの日本向けローカライズ
チームのニーズや経験・関心に応じて、Learning & DevelopmentまたはTalent Managementに関わるその他の施策にも貢献

Required Skills & Experience

以下いずれかの領域における3年以上の実務経験
Learning & Development / Talent Development
AI推進、DX推進
組織開発、カルチャー変革
チェンジマネジメント
業務改革(BPR)や全社横断プロジェクト企画 など
英語・日本語ともに高いコミュニケーション能力(読み書き・会話)
前例のない新規施策やプロジェクトを構想し、その価値を明確に言語化し、関係者を巻き込みながら実行まで推進した経験
複数の施策を並行して管理・推進できるプロジェクトマネジメント能力
国内外の多様な関係者(役職や専門領域の異なる関係者を含む)と協働・調整した経験

求める人物像

AIおよびその変革可能性に対する強い関心があること
日常業務でAIツールを活用していること(高度な技術的専門知識は必須ではない)
新しいテクノロジーを積極的に試し、学び、業務に応用していく高い学習意欲と適応力


Equal Opportunity Statement:
Sony is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All persons will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender (including gender identity, gender expression and gender reassignment), race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, disability, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, trade union membership or membership in any other legally protected category.

We strive to create an inclusive environment, empower employees and embrace diversity. We encourage everyone to respond.

PlayStation is a Fair Chance employer and qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.

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