Instructional Designer

INSEAD is seeking an Instructional Designer (CDD) to join our Executive Education department. This is a temporary contract position until 30 September 2027 based at our Europe Campus in Fontainebleau, France. About the Job Reporting to the Associate Director, Instructional Design, you will play a key role in safeguarding the quality of two new long-form online courses developed in partnership with Emeritus while supporting the design and development of engaging, accessible online learning experiences. You will work closely with faculty, internal stakeholders, and external partners to create impactful programmes that deliver outstanding learning outcomes and contribute to the continued innovation of INSEAD's online portfolio. Your role within the team
• Act as INSEAD's quality control lead for two new long-form online courses, ensuring milestones are met throughout the design and development lifecycle.
• Review course content against agreed quality standards, identify issues, and coordinate follow-up actions with external partners.
• Coordinate the transfer and validation of course assets at key programme milestones.
• Design instructional materials and learning experiences in collaboration with faculty using appropriate learning technologies and tools.
• Lead the design of learning journeys, programme structures, and participant experience across online programmes.
• Support faculty throughout the course design and development process, including coordinating lecture recordings and content production activities.
• Configure new programmes on learning platforms, monitor pilot deliveries, and coordinate content updates and video edits with external vendors.
• Analyse participant feedback and programme performance data to identify opportunities for enhancement and continuous improvement.
• Contribute to the innovation of online learning formats, learning experience design, and emerging best practices.
• Partner closely with Corporate Partnerships, Product Marketing, and Online Learning teams to develop impactful learning solutions. The ideal candidate profile
• Master's degree in Instructional Design, Educational Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum 4 years of professional experience in online programme design, instructional design, curriculum development, or learning experience design.
• Strong expertise in online learning design principles, multimedia development, and learning technologies.
• Solid knowledge of online learning platforms (Intrepid, Articulate Rise 360) and digital learning environments.
• Excellent project management skills with the ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders and deliver against deadlines.
• Strong communication, relationship-building, and collaboration skills.
• Creative problem-solving ability combined with a strong learner-centric mindset.
• You thrive in collaborative environments, working effectively with colleagues across functions, cultures, and time zones to achieve shared goals and deliver innovative learning solutions.
• You demonstrate a growth mindset, embracing continuous learning, adapting to change, and actively seeking opportunities to innovate and improve the learner experience. At INSEAD, we believe in fostering a collaborative environment where continuous learning, innovation, and professional excellence are encouraged. If you are passionate about creating world-class online learning experiences and helping professionals transform their careers through education, we would love to hear from you. Kindly submit your application along with a CV in English. INSEAD is a Mission-Driven Global Organisation and is rapidly evolving to shape the future of business education We develop responsible, globally minded leaders to improve the well-being of societies through world-class education across four continents. As we operate in a very dynamic and rapidly changing sector, we continue to innovate, modernising our operations, and driving ambitious strategic initiatives across our campuses, to remain the business school of choice. Our Culture Our culture is defined by diversity, independence, rigour, and an entrepreneurial spirit, underpinned by six key competencies. We empower our teams to lead with a growth mindset and a client-focused approach, foster a culture of professionalism and integrity, where collaboration and empathy are the engines of our innovation. These competencies guide how we work, make decisions, and contribute to the School’s mission every day. Independence as a Strategic Advantage Free from government or university systems, our financial and ideological independence allows us to think, teach, and act without political constraints. This autonomy enables our faculty to pursue rigorous, evidence-based research that creates objective value for our participants and the world. Our Customers We serve an influential global base, including senior leaders, multinational corporations, and public sector institutions committed to leadership development at scale. Our programmes attract ambitious individuals who want to shape business and society while our corporate partners rely on us as a strategic ally in developing future‑ready leaders. Working at INSEAD means contributing to an institution whose customers operate at the highest levels of global innovation and impact. A Diversity of Perspectives Diversity at INSEAD is about how our people think and challenge assumptions to drive more meaningful innovation. We welcome a wide range of perspectives, believing they lead to better decisions and stronger, more inclusive teams. We Hire People Who Want to Make a Difference We seek ambitious individuals who thrive in international environments and share our goal of delivering tangible impact for our customers. Join us to grow your career in a world-class institution where your ideas and contributions truly matter. The Executive Education department at INSEAD delivers tailored and open enrolment programs for executives and organizations, focusing on leadership development and business innovation. It provides cutting-edge learning experiences that equip professionals with the skills to drive transformation and succeed in a global environment.