HR & Soft Skills Training Manager

Zohorecruit; India; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 4,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Dynamic work environment

Leadership opportunities

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Blue Ocean Corporation is seeking an accomplished HR Manager with deep expertise in HR and Soft Skills training to lead our learning and development initiatives. The role demands a strategic thinker with 10+ years of experience in designing, delivering, and managing comprehensive programs for in-person and virtual formats.

You will develop our internal talent and client programs, shaping training methodologies to stay at the forefront of the industry while aligning with business goals and

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Human Resources or Organizational Psychology required.
• SHRM-SCP/SHRM-CP or SPHRi/PHRi or CIPD certifications preferred.
• 10+ years of proven HR and Soft Skills training experience.
• Experience delivering in-person and virtual training.
• Strong presentation, facilitation and communication skills.
• Proficiency with LMS, MS Office and content creation tools.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deliver HR and soft skills training modules.
• Facilitate sessions for clients, corporates and employees at all levels.
• Manage end-to-end training lifecycle and LMS tracking.
• Develop evaluation frameworks to measure ROI and impact.
• Provide coaching and mentoring to managers.

Skills

Training delivery

Facilitation

LMS

HR principles

Coaching

Presentation skills

Communication

Data analysis

Strategic thinking

MS Office

Education

Master's in HR/Organizational Psychology

Tools

LMS

MS Office

Job description

Blue Ocean Corporation is a leading conglomerate and world leader in driving continuous growth and transformation across a multitude of industries and sectors. Our commitment to quality, innovation, and client satisfaction has propelled us to the forefront of the Consulting, Training and Conferences landscapes.

From our humble beginnings to our present status as a global market leader, we take pride in our global footprint, and the transformative impact we have had on industries.

With over 25+ years of excellence in accelerating careers and transforming organizations, we are a trusted partner for our B2B and B2C clients.

Job Description

Position Summary

We are looking for a highly experienced and certified HR Manager with a profound expertise in HR and Soft Skills training. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with over a decade of experience in designing, delivering, and managing comprehensive training programs in both in-person and virtual formats. This role is pivotal in developing our internal talent as well as clients and ensuring our training methodologies remain at the forefront of the industry.

Key Responsibilities

1. Training Delivery & Facilitation:

• Design, develop, and deliver high-impact training modules on a wide range of HR topics and essential Soft Skills (e.g., Leadership, Communication, Team Building, Negotiation, Customer Service, Presentation Skills etc).
• Facilitate engaging and effective training sessions for diverse audiences, including clients & corporates, employees at all levels, academic faculty, leadership teams.
• Masterfully utilize both in-person and virtual training platforms (e.g., Zoom Meeting, Zoho Meeting, LMS integrations) to ensure an interactive and impactful learning experience.
• Conduct training for clients/ corporates using Blue Ocean’s proprietary HR certification courses.
• Conduct thorough Training Needs Analysis (TNA) to identify skill gaps and development opportunities across the organization.
• Develop a strategic L&D roadmap aligned with the company's business objectives and academic goals.
• Create and curate training content, participant workbooks, presentations, e-learning modules, and quick reference guides.

3. L&D Operations & Management:

• Manage the end-to-end training cycle, from scheduling to delivery and post-training evaluation.
• Leverage Learning Management System (LMS) features to track participation, progress, and program effectiveness.

4. Evaluation & Impact Analysis:

• Develop and implement robust evaluation frameworks (e.g., Kirkpatrick Model) to measure the effectiveness and ROI of training programs.
• Analyze feedback and performance metrics to continuously refine and improve training content and delivery methods.
• Prepare and present detailed reports on training activities, outcomes, and strategic recommendations to senior management.

5. Coaching & Mentoring:

• Provide one-on-one coaching and mentoring to managers and high-potential employees to support their professional development.

Requirements

Education

• Master’s degree in Human Resources or Organizational Psychology, or a related field is mandatory.

Certification

• SHRM-SCP or SHRM-CP (Society for Human Resource Management)
• SPHRi or PHRi (HRCI - Global Credentials)
• CIPD (Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development)

Experience

• A minimum of 10 years of proven experience specifically in HR and Soft Skills training.
• Demonstrated expertise in facilitating training through both in-person and virtual modes.
• Prior experience within the training & development industry, consulting firms, or the academic/education sector (e.g., corporate universities, management institutes).
• Exceptional Presentation & Facilitation Skills: Ability to command a room (physical and virtual) and engage audiences dynamically.
• Subject Matter Expertise: Deep knowledge of HR principles, practices, and current industry trends, coupled with expert-level soft skills training capability.
• Technological Proficiency: High comfort level with virtual training technology, LMS, MS Office Suite, and content creation tools.
• Strategic Mindset: Ability to think strategically and translate business needs into effective learning solutions.
• Communication Skills: Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex concepts clearly.
• Interpersonal Skills: High emotional intelligence, empathy, and the ability to build rapport quickly with diverse groups.
• Analytical Abilities: Strong data analysis skills to measure training effectiveness and make data‑driven decisions.

What We Offer

• A competitive compensation package commensurate with experience.
• An opportunity to lead and shape the L&D function in the World’s Number One Training Organisation & the only Super Brand in the Training Industry.
• A dynamic and intellectually stimulating work environment.
• Professional development and growth opportunities.