Manager, Early Careers Training and Development

Raymond James Financial, Inc.; Saint Petersburg (FL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model (3 days in-office)

Benefits package including medical, on

Life insurance

Job summary

Raymond James Financial, Inc. seeks a Training & Development Manager to design, develop, and deliver programs for early career professionals at the Saint Petersburg, FL office.

The role requires shaping strategic learning initiatives, managing projects, and coordinating with HR, recruiting, and business units to ensure on-target onboarding and retention within the 1–24 month window. You will lead engaging sessions, assess outcomes with data-driven metrics, and drive improvements across virtual

Qualifications

• Experience designing and managing development programs and talent processes
• Experience leading development initiatives for early career professionals

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deliver development sessions and resources
• Lead cross-functional collaboration with HR, recruiting, and business units
• Measure impact and report on training effectiveness with clear metrics
• Manage the program scope, timeline, and budget
• Deliver both virtual and in-person sessions
• Benchmark learning trends and continuously improve programs

Skills

Adult learning theory

Project management

Stakeholder collaboration

Training needs assessment

Data-driven evaluation

Presentation and facilitation

Communication skills

Change management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration

Bachelor’s degree in Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management

Tools

Learning Management System (LMS)

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

Job Description SummaryJob DescriptionThis position will follow our hybrid work model; we expect the selected candidate to work 3 days a week at our Saint Petersburg, FL, corporate office.Under limited supervision, the Training & Development Manager will be responsible for designing, developing, and delivering programs that enhance the skills and knowledge of our early career professionals. The manager will influence strategic direction, develop plans, and complete complex assignments to support participant development. Additional responsibilities include project management, content selection, course material development and process improvements.Working in a highly collaborative environment, the manager will ensure all trainings are aligned with business unit and firm wide learning priorities, through measurement of the effectiveness of the programs. The early careers development team is responsible for the successful onboarding, performance and retention of new associates through a robust induction experience and providing development and engagement throughout their 1-24 months.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesProvides input on the strategic direction of Early Careers development initiatives to meet individual and organizational learning needsDesign, develop, assess and recommend development sessions, processes, tools and resources that align to the skill competency modelPrepares and delivers written and verbal presentations and proposals to managementCollaborates and builds positive relationships with stakeholders, including Early Careers recruiting, HR Business Partners, Talent Consultants, Learning & Development, LMS administrators, and Business Unit training groupsConducts pre-program capability assessments to identify skill levelCreates effective and engaging course materials, including workbooks and presentations for e-learning modules and live/virtual sessionsAssess the impact and effectiveness of sessions to demonstrate success metrics, communicate results and recommendations for continuous improvement and consistencyFacilitate and deliver virtual and in-person development sessionsAssess the effectiveness of training sessions through evaluations, surveys, and make necessary adjustments for continuous improvement and consistencyManage the training program within timelines and budget, ensuring cost-effective use of resourcesPerform external research and benchmarking on learning trends, priorities, and initiativesPerforms other duties and responsibilities as assignedKnowledge, Skills and AbilitiesKnowledge ofStudent and adult learning and development theoriesLearning development research, trends and best practicesBusiness process improvementProject management and business process methodologiesExperiential learning and co-curricular development designSkill inDeveloping and modifying content, presentations, participant guides, materials, job aides, etc.Strong large group facilitation and people leadership abilityStrong project management skills and attention to detailResults oriented, data driven, curious, passionate about learning and improving outcomesAbility to analyze data and assess training effectivenessStrong problem-solving skills with ability to analyze trends and best practicesStrong oral and written communication skillsExperience with learning measurement techniquesDriving business solutions through systematic tracking and monitoring deliverablesAnticipating potential issues before they ariseAdvanced Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and project planning skillsAbility toBuild relationships, influence and interact effectively with all levels of associates, including cross-functional and external stakeholdersManage multiple priorities and multitaskManage medium to large projects independently while balancing daily required tasksLead and adapt to changeDeal with ambiguity and create process and structure where it does not currently existCommunicate crisply and candidly, influence, and foster candid dialogueProblem solve and makes decisions when variables, alternatives, and outcomes are not clearly definedDemonstration of analytical skills, including ability to arrange and tell a story with dataPartner with other functional areas to accomplish objectivesSelf-driven, energetic, enthusiastic, and inclusive; creating or responding constructively to challenging new ideas and inputsEducation/Previous ExperienceA Bachelor’s Degree and six (6) years of experience in designing and managing development programs and/or talent management processesLicenses/ CertificationsNone RequiredEducationBachelor’s: Business Administration, Bachelor’s: Education, Bachelor’s: Human Resources ManagementWork ExperienceCertificationsTravelLess than 25%WorkstyleHybridThe total compensation for this position includes base salary or wages, and may include components such as additional compensation (cash or equity), discretionary bonuses, or commissions. This position is eligible for a benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision; life insurance; critical illness insurance and accident insurance; disability benefits; retirement savings; paid time off (including vacation, holidays, and sick leave); and parental leave. Eligibility for benefits and specific offerings may vary based on position and employment status. To view more details of the benefits offered, visit Myrjbenefits.com.At Raymond James our associates use five guiding behaviors (Develop, Collaborate, Decide, Deliver, Improve) to deliver on the firm's core values of client-first, integrity, independence and a conservative, long-term view.We expect our associates at all levels to:• Grow professionally and inspire others to do the same• Work with and through others to achieve desired outcomes• Make prompt, pragmatic choices and act with the client in mind• Take ownership and hold themselves and others accountable for delivering results that matter• Contribute to the continuous evolution of the firmAt Raymond James – as part of our people-first culture, we honor, value, and respect the uniqueness, experiences, and backgrounds of all of our Associates. When associates bring their best authentic selves, our organization, clients, and communities thrive. The Company is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions on the basis of merit and business needs.