Sr. Training Specialist

Reporting to the Manager of Learning and Development , they will design and deliver technical courses and skill-based training that align to learning and development priority of the organization.

Position Responsibilities:

• Develop and oversee the execution of business as usual, small-scale training program
• Lead or support quick wins process improvements and initiatives that will improve learning and development operations
• Lead or support in conceptualization, preparation and implementation of new courses/s
• Work and develop relationships with trainers, consultants and learning business partners in delivering function or organization wide learning and development programs or initiatives
• Assist in completing the learning numbers and reporting of function and entire organization
• Perform and administer external training by connecting to vendors to support the learning and development priorities of the function
• Facilitate technical courses and high-priority courses to the employees and/or leaders
• Create and maintain a variety of training documents and aids

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in business-related course/programs.
• Must have at least 4-5 years' experience in Learning and Development/OD/Talent and or related fields combined
• 1-2 years of relevant work experience in managing and executing programs
• Experience in process improvement and project management is a plus
• Experience in eLearning instructional design is a plus

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong Program Design, Delivery and Evaluation
• Excellent presentation and facilitation skills
• Agile project management skills
• Ability to proactively respond to situations
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Intermediate to Advanced knowledge of Excel (i.e. mastery of excel formulas and pivot tables is a must). Proficient in MS Office suite including Outlook, Word, Power Point, and Project.
• Ability to work in an ambiguous environment and adapt to change while managing time and workload with aggressive timelines.

When you join our team:

• We'll empower you to learn and grow the career you want.
• We'll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words.
• As part of our global team, we'll support you in shaping the future you want to see.

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