Training Manager Jobs

Job Title: Manager, Annuities Sales Learning ROI/Business Measures Company: Prudential Location: Shelton, CT Description: For the Annuities Center for Sales Excellence, the Manager, Planning & Analysis is accountable for reporting and performance metrics associated with learning and development including ROI, learning effectiveness, financial analysis and planning, budgeting, forecasting and cost control. Successful applicants will participate in the development of overall business metrics and scorecards to assess areas requiring additional learning and development support and will prioritize resource requirements for all learning projects and represent the Center for Sales Excellence on Annuities wide projects and teams.Responsibilities:• In conjunction with Business Intelligence, develop appropriate metrics and scorecards to assess the state of the business within a sales territory to identify learning needs and/or areas requiring improvement. Coordinate appropriate learning interventions with other members of the learning organization and identify resources required.• Review and assess all projects within the learning organization to determine alignment with the direction of the function. Prioritize projects and allocate appropriate resources based on the needs of the larger business. Ensure implementation of agreed upon projects stay within scope and timeline of project plans. Participate on cross functional, Annuities wide, project teams representing the learning organization and to determine resource requirements.• Partner with Annuities Communications on the messaging around all learning events, status of projects and initiatives undertaken.• Evaluate all training activity and spend to determine overall ROI and impact on the business. Along with other leaders in the learning organization, establish metrics and scorecards to reflect learning activity and recommend programming changes and/or improvements.• Manage department expenses for VP of Center of Sales Excellence by developing and monitoring budgets and tracking spend. Establish financial controls and reporting methodologies to comply with corporate and business requirements. Ensure billing and invoices comply with vendor agreements. Conduct financial analyses and complete short and long term financial plans to achieve the organization's goals.• Ability to work closely with other sales and distribution leaders to conceptualize the status ofthe business, develop appropriate metrics and reports and influence learning strategies toachieve desired outcomes for the organization.• In depth knowledge of statistics and statistical analysis.• 5-7 years experience managing projects, budgets and expenses, preferably within a sales and/or training organization.• Bachelors Degree required, Master's degree preferred.• Must have strong analytical skills capable of producing reports, metrics and scorecards reflecting performance and areas for improvement.• Experience with preparing presentations for internal leadership as well as key external clients.• Participation on cross functional teams and projects requiring strong collaboration and influence a must. Prudential and its affiliates, Newark, New Jersey are Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employers and are committed to diversity in our workforce.

Job Title: Senior Learning Specialist Company: Prudential Location: Shelton, CT Description: This position provides training support primarily for the Annuities Sales teams. This is accomplished through partnering with key members of the business unit, analyzing current and ongoing training needs, designing programs to meet those needs and delivering quality training to our training delivery partners in the organization.Analyzes and determines training needs to meet the learning objectives of the organization specific to the businessPartners with key members of business units and functional learning teams to determine if training is needed (conducts needs analysis).Formulates and develops plans, procedures and programs to meet specific training needs and address issues.Serves as the learning liaison to a primary business unit (may assist other business units, as needed) and is responsible for supporting their training needs;Designs and develops training guides and materials to support topics such as products, investments, technology, continuing education, sales skills, customer service skills, etc.; helps to implement business initiatives of the organization through trainingDesigns, develops, and revises business as usual (BAU) training programs to meet the needs of the business; administers new hire orientation and other development programsBuilds specific subject matter curriculum, may supervise development by outside vendors; may take form as online learning, ILT, or distance learning formats.Maintains working relationships with executive and line management to ensure that training programs support the organization and the Annuity business' goals and requirements.Coordinates the delivery of training programs in partnership with training delivery teams associated with businessMay lead a team or individual, maintains oversight of work done, holds team meetings, and is responsible for the effective operation of that team, etc.May travel to observe and provide feedback to training delivery teamResponsible for training recordkeeping and achivingResponsible for adhering to timelines and budgetsConsults with director and business unit when making decisions on major initiativesCompletes ad hoc projects on an as needed basisStrong knowledge of annuity products and benefitsKnowledge of systems that support products and benefitsStrong project management skills; ability to effectively manage multiple efforts at the same timeUnderstanding of sales practices and compliance issues as related to annuitiesAbility to partner with others, identify/anticipate needs and proactively provide supportAbility to work with minimal supervision in an extremely fast paced environment Excellent communication and organizational skillsSkill and experience in technical writing, the design and development of training material and knowledge of adult learning theory, preferredProficiency with Lotus Notes, MS Word, and MS PowerPoint a mustFINRA Series 6 and Series 63 required or must be obtained within specified timeframeMinimum of 2-3 years of successful experience in a training or technical writing roleProven ability to effectively manage the work of others, where appropriate10-20% travel may be required Bachelors Degree preferred or equivalent experience

Job Title: VP, Learning and Development Company: Prudential Location: Roseland, NJ Description: Leads a team of learning and development professionals across multiple locations to develop and deliver performance solutions that improve the productivity of all employees in the Group Insurance Service Delivery Organization (SDO).  Assesses the learning/training needs and performance gaps for the organization and proposes and develops plans, programs and interventions to address specific needs and partners with business leaders to solve performance issues. Evaluates effectiveness of training programs and ensures all programs align with SDO's strategic direction and business goals while meeting all compliance requirements Approaches learning in a holistic manner to ensure solutions and curriculum design drive performance and are "best in class" Develops learning strategies using adult learning theory and principles, state-of-the-art instructional design techniques and appropriate delivery solutions Conducts training and facilitates large and small group meetings Partners with executive and line management on all training initiatives and to ensure training program support   Prudential and its affiliates, Newark, New Jersey are Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employers and are committed to diversity in our workforce.Experience leading a learning/training organization in a high volume, product oriented, operations environment preferably in the Insurance/Financial Services industry Proven ability to move with speed to analyze and understand business needs and design and deliver solutions Strong leadership, coaching and influencing skills Exceptional communication skills both oral and written Strong presentation and group facilitation skills Ability to establish relationships and work collaboratively with all levels Experience partnering with senior leaders to solve business needs Knowledge of adult learning theory and principles as well as learning and development best practices Project and resource management skills combined with creative problem-solving techniques Business acumen Must be willing to travel 25% primarily to east coast locations 10+ years in instructional design and facilitation Experience in Group Insurance/Disability management strongly preferred http://ars2.equest.com/?response_id=942ef5c0f3207fb2ba0505f51f2aee63