Training & Development Facilitator, Life Operations

Training & Development Facilitator, Life Operations

This position is responsible for delivery of learning content through suitable approaches that meet desired learning outcomes and learner needs. This person builds trusted relationships and creates an engaging learning environment. They drive learner development by actively providing feedback and learner support. The Learning Facilitator partners with business experts, performs job shadowing and collects learner feedback to continuously improve the curriculum throughout our operations team.

Key Responsibilities

• Facilitate new-hire and new-initiative training through instructor-led and virtual instructor-led sessions utilizing a variety of delivery methods specific to adult learning, using instructional techniques and formats, such as role playing, simulations, team exercises, group discussions, and facilitation
• Quickly masters training content; is resourceful in consulting subject matter experts and other resources (e.g., websites, manuals, literature) to add to his/her content knowledge
• Establish credibility with the audience by knowing the content area, providing relevant examples, and linking the material to the audience’s job experiences and challenges
• Skillfully make the connection between learning objectives and line of business goals in the classroom
• Present information in a clear, logical and organized way; knows which points to emphasize to increase learning
• Actively seek evidence of audience engagement and comprehension, tailoring the training to meet differing needs, interests, and experience levels among participants
• Organize, develop, and maintain training materials, handouts, and visual materials
• Monitor, evaluate and record training activities and program effectiveness, recommending and developing alternative training methods to continually improve programs
• Assess training needs through surveys, interviews with employees, focus groups, and/or consultation with managers, instructors, or business representatives
• Evaluate, document and coach trainees' performance, through testing and role-plays, whether trainees will meet standards to successfully complete the training programs
• Prepare classroom and class materials prior to class
• Perform all training duties, and all other duties as required

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required, or five years of specific job-related experience may be substituted
• Knowledge of life insurance and/or annuity products required
• Related professional certification or designation is an asset
• Able to communicate complex technical concepts and ideas, both verbally and in written form, clearly and accurately
• Strong presentation and communication skills; ability to facilitate and present to groups of varying sizes and skill level
• Strong interpersonal skills and sensitivity to deal effectively with individuals from different cultures, along with professional maturity and confidence in communicating results with peers and various levels of management
• Organizational skills to multi-task, meet deadlines, and be able to work independently
• A strong desire to learn new technologies, the curiosity to figure out how things work, and a passion for improving the user experience
• Ability to readily adapt to an ever-changing environment
• Thinks quickly on his/her feet; handle challenging questions and comments with poise and confidence
• Willingness to perform other duties as assigned
• Must be able to pass a background check

The base compensation range represents the low and high end of the compensation range for this position. Actual compensation will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to qualifications, skills, competencies, location, and experience. The range listed is just one component of our total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include an annual bonus, quarterly bonuses, commissions, and other long-term incentive compensation, depending on the position.  National Life offers a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401(k) retirement plan match, medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid holidays, and a generous paid time off plan, as well as other benefits.

National Life Group® is a trade name of National Life Insurance Company, Montpelier, VT – founded in 1848, Life Insurance Company of the Southwest, Addison, TX – chartered in 1955, and their affiliates. Each company of National Life Group is solely responsible for its own financial condition and contractual obligations. Life Insurance Company of the Southwest is not an authorized insurer in New York and does not conduct insurance business in New York. Equity Services, Inc., Member FINRA/SIPC, is a Broker/Dealer and Registered Investment Adviser affiliate of National Life Insurance Company. All other entities are independent of the companies of National Life Group.

Fortune 1000 status is based on the consolidated financial results of all National Life Group companies. 

National Life Group

1 National Life Dr

Montpelier, VT 05604

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