Training & Development Specialist - Wealth Management

Regions Financial Corporation; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 84,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

Regions Financial Corporation in Birmingham, Alabama is seeking a Training Consultant - Subject Matter Expert to partner with management to identify training needs and design effective learning solutions.

You will deliver training using adult learning principles, assess learner progress, and collaborate with associates to improve performance while staying current on industry trends.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Five (5) years of experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of business operations, processes, systems, products, and regulatory requirements within the supported line of business.
• Experience serving as a subject matter expert, delivering training, coaching associates, or supporting business initiatives and process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Research current trends and synthesize findings to support learning objectives.
• Remain current on industry trends and developments.
• Assess learning outcomes and provide feedback on knowledge and skills acquisition.
• Design learning items based on adult learning principles.
• Develop measurable learning objectives and evaluate audience understanding.
• Deliver training using diverse methods and media for the stated objectives.
• Facilitate experiential learning and provide ongoing feedback.
• Connect learning points and reinforce how topics support objectives.
• Utilize technology to reinforce learning and provide follow-up coaching.
• Arrange content with curriculum sequencing for a coherent learning experience.
• Possess depth/breadth of expertise in the assigned discipline and related areas.

Skills

Coaching and training

Audience engagement

Verbal and written communication

Curriculum development

Content sequencing

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Thank you for your interest in a career at Regions. At Regions, we believe associates deserve more than just a job. We believe in offering performance-driven individuals a place where they can build a career --- a place to expect more opportunities. If you are focused on results, dedicated to quality, strength and integrity, and possess the drive to succeed, then we are your employer of choice.

At Regions, the Training Consultant - Subject Matter Expert works with management to determine training needs, recommend solutions for associate performance issues, and use consultative skills to uncover needs and negotiate the best solutions.

Primary Responsibilities

• Researches current trends in the topic area, shares with client partners, and synthesizes findings to support learning objectives
• Remains current on industry trends and developments
• Helps to assess and provide feedback regarding associates' acquisition of knowledge and skill at the completion of training
• Recommends additional self-development or training activities to promote skill development
• Designs learning items based on accurate, current information consistent with sound theories and principles of adult learning (e.g., adults desire practical application, adults learn best if they have control over the learning environment)
• Assesses and meets the professional development level and characteristics of target audiences
• Writes learning objectives based on participants' level of knowledge and experience and area descriptive of desired outcomes
• Chooses the appropriate instructional methods and materials for the proposed learning objectives (i.e., self-reflection, group discussions, demonstrations, multimedia presentations, visual aids)
• Develops measurable learning objectives and evaluates audience understanding during and after training
• Delivers training based on principles of adult learning, using a variety of instructional methods and media appropriate for the proposed learning objectives (i.e., group discussion, questions, teams, role-play, skill drills, games, and visual aids/multi-media presentations)
• Facilitates experiential learning activities by clearly explaining instructions, providing ongoing direction and feedback, guiding trainees in processing the experience and drawing conclusions, and resolving issues when activities do not progress as expected or achieve learning objectives
• Connects learning points throughout the course by building on prior concepts, incorporating participant feedback, and reinforcing how individual topics support overall learning objectives
• Utilizes technology and communication strategies to reinforce learning and build skills by preparing associates for training and providing ongoing follow-up, coaching, and reinforcement after training
• Applies curriculum sequencing and organization principles to arrange content and design activities that create a coherent, integrated learning experience
• Possesses specialized depth and/or breadth of expertise of the assigned discipline and broad knowledge of related disciplines within the function
• Interprets internal or external issues and recommends solutions/best practices
• Solves complex problems; takes a broad perspective to identify solutions
• Works independently, with guidance in only the most complex situations
• May lead functional teams or projects

This position is exempt from timekeeping requirements under the Fair Labor Standards Act and is not eligible for overtime pay.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Five (5) years of experience
• Demonstrated knowledge of business operations, processes, systems, products, and regulatory requirements within the supported line of business
• Experience serving as a subject matter expert, delivering training, coaching associates, or supporting business initiatives and process improvements

Preferences

• Bachelor’s degree

Skills and Competencies

• Ability to coach and train others
• Ability to engage an audience and proactively identify learning gaps, and incorporate solutions
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong critical thinking skills
• Strong knowledge of curriculum development and content sequencing

• Possesses specialized expertise in Private Wealth Management, Trust Operations, and Fiduciary Support.

This position may be filled at a higher level depending on the candidate's qualifications and relevant experience.

Compensation Details

Pay ranges are job specific and are provided as a point-of-market reference for compensation decisions. Other factors which directly impact pay for individual associates include: experience, skills, knowledge, contribution, job location and, most importantly, performance in the job role. As these factors vary by individuals, pay will also vary among individual associates within the same job.

The target information listed below is based on the Metropolitan Statistical Area Market Range for where the position is located and level of the position.

Job Range Target:

Minimum:

$93,752.45 USD

50th Percentile:

$118,420.00 USD

Incentive Pay Plans:

This job may participate in an annual discretionary bonus plan. Opportunity to participate in the Long Term Incentive Plan.

Location:

Birmingham, Alabama

Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans