Principal Trainer, Learning & Development

Essex Property Trust; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 107,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing discount 20%

Annual Bonus program

Job summary

Essex Property Trust in Irvine, CA is seeking a Principal Trainer, Learning & Development to deliver engaging, in-person and live virtual training across functions. You will partner with business leaders and L&D colleagues to design and deliver practical learning that builds knowledge and skills.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree, 5+ years in L&D, and proven facilitation skills. This is a hybrid position with travel up to 20% to Essex locations, and new hires can participate in an annual

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of Learning & Development or corporate training experience.
• Proven ability to deliver in-person and live virtual training.
• Advanced facilitation and presentation skills with diverse audiences.
• Strong knowledge of adult learning principles and practical translation of complex material.
• Experience partnering with leaders and subject matter experts.
• Train-the-trainer or facilitation coaching experience preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Zoom or Teams; LMS/tools a plus.
• Fluent in Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate engaging in-person and live virtual learning for associates across functions and levels.
• Adapt delivery pace and activities to the audience and group dynamics.
• Use discussions, scenarios, role plays, and breakout sessions.
• Translate complex information into practical learning with SMEs.
• Collaborate with the Senior L&D Designer to improve delivery.
• Develop presentations and facilitator resources when design support is minimal.
• Coordinate program objectives, audiences, and delivery expectations.
• Handle session logistics, invites, equipment, and supplies.
• Collect learner feedback, support train-the-trainer efforts.
• Travel to Essex locations up to 20% as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Facilitation

Presentation

Adult learning

Train-the-trainer

Communication

MS Office

Zoom/Teams

Spanish

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Zoom

Microsoft Teams

LMS tools

eLearning authoring

Job description

Principal Trainer, Learning & Development

Orange County - North

Full time

City: Irvine

State: California

Job Location: Irvine Regional Office (Derian)

Position Type: Regular

The Principal Trainer, Learning & Development is a senior learning professional responsible for delivering practical, engaging training in both in-person and live virtual environments. The role helps associates build the knowledge and skills needed to perform effectively.

The Principal Trainer partners with business leaders, subject matter experts, and L&D colleagues, including the Sr. Learning Experience Designer on instructional design and the Program Manager on intake, planning, and coordination.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Facilitate engaging in-person and live virtual learning for associates across functions and levels.
• Adapt delivery, pace, activities, and examples to the audience while managing group dynamics and learner needs.
• Use discussions, scenarios, role plays, demonstrations, and breakout sessions to support engagement and application.
• Build subject matter knowledge and translate complex information into clear, practical learning with subject matter experts.
• Partner with the Senior Learning Experience Designer to improve clarity, engagement, and ease of delivery.
• Develop or adapt straightforward presentations, facilitator resources, activities, and job aids when extensive design support is not required.
• Partner with the Program Manager on program objectives, audiences, schedules, and delivery expectations.
• Logistics for training sessions such as but not limited to: room reservations (physical or virtual), calendar invites, participant communications, rental equipment if required, additional supplies readiness.
• Gather learner feedback, support train-the-trainer efforts, and coach others on effective facilitation practices.
• Travel to Essex locations as needed to deliver training and support L&D initiatives. Up to 20% of travel required.
• Other duties as assigned.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred; equivalent professional experience considered.
• 5+ years of experience in Learning & Development, corporate training, facilitation, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience successfully delivering training in both in-person and live virtual environments.
• Advanced facilitation and presentation skills with the ability to engage diverse audiences and manage group dynamics.
• Strong knowledge of adult learning principles and ability to translate complex or technical information into practical learning.
• Experience partnering with business leaders and subject matter experts to prepare and deliver learning programs.
• Train-the-trainer or facilitation coaching experience preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and live virtual platforms such as Zoom or Microsoft Teams; familiarity with eLearning authoring and LMS tools preferred.
• Fluent in Spanish preferred.

WHAT THE JOB REQUIRES:

• Work is performed in office, training room, live virtual, and other business environments and includes in-person work requirements consistent with Essex's hybrid policy.
• Requires the ability to facilitate for extended periods and travel to Essex locations as needed based on program requirements.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE TABLE:

• Excellent communication, presentation, facilitation, and interpersonal skills with strong professional presence.
• A learner-focused, adaptable approach with sound judgment, curiosity, collaboration, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

All full-time regular associates are offered competitive salaries, experience career growth, and are eligible for benefit packages that include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, 401k employer match, excellence rewards, wellness programs, and much more. With our 12 paid holidays and 15 PTO days, work/life balance is a priority! Additionally, most positions are eligible for a housing discount of 20%.

Essex provides great communities in which to live, work and invest. We are a purpose-driven company, and we pride ourselves on promoting an internal culture of growth and opportunity by engaging, enabling, and empowering our teams. Working at Essex is not a destination. It is a journey where you can confidently build your career.

New hires generally start between $107,000.00 - $135,000.00 per year. The final salary offer will be determined after reviewing relevant factors, including but not limited to skill sets; relevant experience; internal equity; and other business and organizational needs.

This role is also eligible to participate in Essex’s discretionary Annual Bonus program that is commensurate with the level of the position.