Training Manager

Job Description: Training Manager - French Language & Development We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Training Manager - French Language & Development to lead our comprehensive training initiatives, focusing particularly on advanced French language proficiency and professional skills development for our organization. The ideal candidate will be a seasoned professional, ready to take on the responsibility of a Trainer of Trainers (ToT), ensuring high standards across our instructional teams. Job Title Training Manager - French Language & Development Experience Minimum 15 years of progressive experience in Training and Development (T&D), Learning & Development (L&D), or a related field. Language & Certification C1 Certification in French (CEFR) or equivalent, demonstrating native or near-native fluency. Location Remote Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership & Program Management - Design and Strategy: Lead the full training cycle—from Needs Analysis to Evaluation for all French language, cultural, and professional skills programs. - Curriculum Development: Oversee the creation, enhancement, and maintenance of high-quality, engaging training content and materials, ensuring alignment with global standards and business objectives. - Stakeholder Collaboration: Partner with senior leadership and department heads to identify critical skill gaps and forecast future training needs across various business units. Trainer of Trainers (ToT) & Quality Assurance - Train-the-Trainer (ToT): Design and deliver advanced Train-the-Trainer programs to develop and mentor the internal team of trainers/facilitators. - Coaching and Mentoring: Provide continuous coaching, performance feedback, and professional development to the training team to elevate their instructional design and delivery skills. - Quality Control: Establish robust quality assurance mechanisms for all French language training sessions, including observation, feedback, and certification of internal trainers. - Best Practices: Drive the adoption of modern, innovative instructional methodologies, adult learning principles, and best practices in both language and professional skills training. French Language Expertise & Delivery - Advanced Facilitation: Directly facilitate specialized and complex training sessions in French for leadership, high-potential employees, or specialized roles, as required. - Proficiency Standardisation: Define, implement, and audit internal French language proficiency assessment standards that accurately reflect C1-level competency for relevant roles. - Cultural Competence: Ensure all training integrates key cultural nuances and business etiquette relevant to French-speaking markets and professional contexts. Required Skills and Qualifications Experience & Education - Minimum 15 years of experience in Training and Development, with a focus on designing and managing large-scale, complex training programs. - Proven experience in a senior leadership or management role within L&D, preferably in an international or multilingual environment. - Demonstrable expertise in designing and leading Train-the-Trainer (ToT) initiatives. - Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Human Resources, Education, Organisational Development, or a related field. Relevant professional certifications (e.g., CPTD, CPLP, ATD Master Trainer) are highly desirable. Language & Communication - Mandatory: C1 Certification in French (CEFR) or a demonstrated equivalent high-level proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing. - Excellent Communication Skills (English & French): Exceptional written and verbal communication, presentation, and public speaking skills in both languages, with a proven ability to convey complex information clearly and influence stakeholders at all levels.