Corporate Trainer

AutoNation; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive company in Texas is seeking a Corporate Trainer to design and deliver impactful learning experiences across multiple departments. The role focuses on creating targeted training programs that enhance technical proficiency and professional development. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of corporate training experience. This full-time position offers a dynamic work environment aimed at continuous growth and employee success.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in corporate training.
• 3 years in consumer financial services is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and update curricula aligned with strategic goals.
• Deliver engaging learning sessions virtually and in-person.
• Monitor training effectiveness and optimize instructional strategies.

Skills

Expertise in adult learning principles

Strong facilitation skills

Excellent verbal communication skills

Project management skills

Experience using LMS platforms

Bilingual in English/Spanish

Education

Bachelor's degree in Training & Development

Tools

Microsoft 365 suite

Job description

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Overview

Senior Talent Acquisition Leader | Driving Talent Acquisition Growth

The Corporate Trainer plays a pivotal role in designing, developing, and delivering impactful learning experiences across AutoNation Finance. This role supports operational excellence through targeted training programs that promote technical proficiency, professional development, and continuous improvement. The ideal candidate can translate complex finance concepts and digital tools into engaging content that empowers employees to succeed.

Reporting to the Chief Operations Officer, this position collaborates cross-functionally with departments to assess training needs, standardize educational materials, and cultivate a growth-oriented culture. The Corporate Trainer demonstrates independent judgment, organizational agility, and a passion for learning that enhances team performance while maintaining compliance with company policies and industry regulations.

Essential Duties and Expectations

• Develop and update curricula aligned with AutoNation Finance’s strategic goals
• Deliver engaging learning sessions—virtually and in-person—to diverse teams with a specific focus on Collections, Recovery, Servicing, Credit and Funding associates
• Monitor training effectiveness and optimize instructional strategies based on data and feedback
• Maintain a dynamic calendar of training events and track completion metrics
• Conduct gap analyses and performance assessments to inform program design
• Partner with subject-matter experts across departments to produce custom content
• Facilitate onboarding for new hires and continuous learning for tenured staff
• Champion a learner-first approach with inclusive teaching methodologies
• Ensure all materials and sessions meet company, state, and federal guidelines
• Participate in cross-functional initiatives and special projects to support organizational learning

Essential Knowledge, Skills & Licenses

• Expertise in adult learning principles and instructional design
• Strong facilitation, presentation, and storytelling capabilities
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strategic thinker with attention to detail and project management skills
• Experience using LMS platforms and digital learning tools
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams)
• Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred (not required)
• Empathetic leadership and a coach-like attitude toward employee development

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Training & Development, Business, Communication, or a related field preferred
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in corporate training, instructional design, or curriculum development
• At least 3 years in consumer financial services—automotive finance experience preferred

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Training and Human Resources

Industries

• Retail Motor Vehicles, Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturing, and Financial Services