Lead Training Specialist

About Position: This role is part of the Leadership Development Team and is responsible for the effective execution of the behavioral learning strategy across the organization. The incumbent will focus on designing and delivering impactful behavioral and leadership development programs that build core capabilities aligned with organizational goals, business needs and strategic priorities. - Role: Lead Training Specialist - Location: Pune - Experience: 12 to 15 Years - Job Type: Full Time Employment What You'll Do: - Needs Identification, Solution Design & Delivery - Identify behavioral and leadership development needs across functions and levels. - Design, develop, and and facilitate engaging behavioral training programs like client communication, critical thinking, emotional intelligence, stakeholder management, presentation skills, influencing etc. - Create blended learning journeys incorporating classroom, virtual, and eLearning formats. - Stakeholder Engagement - Collaborate with stakeholders from Business Delivery, Quality, HR, Sales, and Pre-Sales to: - Understand business context and behavioral challenges - Co-create targeted learning interventions - Consult on talent development priorities - Secure sponsorship and alignment for initiatives - Coaching & Mentoring Enablement - Facilitate coaching and mentoring programs to support leadership and behavioral growth. - Build internal coaching capability and mentor networks to sustain development efforts. - Provide one-on-one and group coaching as needed to support key talent. - Program Effectiveness & Impact Measurement - Define clear evaluation metrics for all behavioral training programs. - Track and report effectiveness, ensuring interventions lead to measurable improvements in individual and team performance. - Use feedback and analytics to continuously improve learning solutions. - Collaboration with L&D Program Managers - Partner with L&D Program Managers to leverage existing learning assets. - Ensure seamless delivery and rollout of behavioral learning initiatives across geographies and functions. - Digital Learning Enablement - Utilize digital platforms and tools to create engaging, scalable, and technology-enabled learning pathways. - Design and develop engaging eLearning modules using authoring tools such as Articulate Storyline/Rise. - Curate and integrate content on communication, behavioral and leadership competencies. Expertise You'll Bring: - 10-12 years of experience in communication, behavioral training, leadership development, or organizational development. - Strong facilitation, coaching, and mentoring skills. - Experience in instructional design and eLearning development using tools like Articulate. - Ability to consult and influence stakeholders across levels. - Familiarity with digital learning platforms and LMS systems. - Proven track record of measuring learning impact and driving behavioral change. Benefits: - Competitive salary and benefits package - Culture focused on talent development with quarterly growth opportunities and company-sponsored higher education and certifications - Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies - Employee engagement initiatives such as project parties, flexible work hours, and Long Service awards - Annual health check-ups - Insurance coverage: group term life, personal accident, and Mediclaim hospitalization for self, spouse, two children, and parents Values-Driven, People-Centric & Inclusive Work Environment: Persistent Ltd. is dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We invite applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities, and regardless of gender or gender preference. We welcome diverse candidates from all backgrounds. - We support hybrid work and flexible hours to fit diverse lifestyles. - Our office is accessibility-friendly, with ergonomic setups and assistive technologies to support employees with physical disabilities. - If you are a person with disabilities and have specific requirements, please inform us during the application process or at any time during your employment Let's unleash your full potential at Persistent - "Persistent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind."