Training Specialist

Mars; Slough; Remote; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a Training Specialist for a remote, 6-month contract to support a global transformation program. This role involves developing and delivering training for a new Services Procurement solution, requiring strong communication and organizational skills. Ideal candidates will have a proven background in training IT systems, be comfortable working across time zones, and excel in creating engaging training content.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in training for IT systems in a global context.
• Ability to lead training across time zones via Microsoft Teams.
• Experience with Vendor Management Systems (VMS) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct training needs analysis for a global audience.
• Design and execute a global training plan.
• Create engaging training materials and deliver sessions.

Skills

Training development and delivery

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Remote collaboration

Flexibility

Tools

Microsoft Teams

Synthesia

SharePoint

Job description

Job Title: Training Specialist

Location: Remote

Contract Length: 6 months (4 days per week)

Randstad Sourceright, a leading provider of RPO & MSP Recruitment Services, is currently recruiting for an experienced Training Specialist to support a global transformation program at a leading multinational organisation.

About the Role:

As a Training Specialist, you will support the roll-out and adoption of a new Services Procurement (SP) solution within the global XTEND program. This high-impact role focuses on creating and delivering effective training for a major system implementation designed to streamline services procurement and eliminate worker misclassification.

You’ll work closely with the Global Change & Communications Lead and collaborate with stakeholders across global regions to develop materials, lead training sessions, and manage the training platform and communications.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct training needs analysis for a global audience
• Design and execute a global training plan for managers impacted by the SP roll-out
• Create engaging training materials, including video content using tools like Synthesia
• Organise and deliver virtual training sessions globally
• Manage and maintain the XTEND SharePoint training site, ensuring all materials are up-to-date and accessible
• Collaborate with SharePoint design partners to optimise user experience
• Coordinate with external partners to ensure training alignment and delivery
• Support additional change management initiatives as needed

Key Skills / Experience Required:

Essential:

• Proven experience developing and delivering training for IT systems (ideally in a global context)
• Comfortable leading training via Microsoft Teams across time zones
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
• Experience working in complex, multinational organisations
• Self-starter with a pragmatic and flexible approach
• Comfortable working remotely in a global team

Desirable:

• Experience with Beeline or similar Vendor Management Systems (VMS)
• Exposure to large-scale MSP / contractor / services procurement programs
• Understanding of change management and project management principles
• Experience using tools such as Synthesia for content creation
• Familiarity with SharePoint management and content design

Personal Attributes:

• Tenacious and proactive; able to build effective networks remotely
• Resilient and calm under pressure, even when requirements evolve
• Approachable, collaborative, and a team player with a good sense of humour