Director, Sales Training

Leadership Role In Financial Services Training

Provide leadership to a diverse team of financial services learning professionals. Create a learning ecosystem of instructional design, product, sales training, and in-person coaching to educate and engage external agents and financial advisors, and internal sales and distribution colleagues. Build relationships and collaborate with cross-functional teams in the design and implementation of innovative learning solutions. Ideal candidate must have managed a large team of training professionals across the insurance or financial services industry.

Responsibilities :

• Develop and manage the strategic roadmap for the learning and development function across the business.
• Collaborates with stakeholders to develop strategic training plans that align with business goals and needs.
• Leads a team of learning professionals; provides guidance, support, and development opportunities.
• Design and deliver user-centric learning programs, leveraging a variety of delivery methods, strategies, and technologies.
• Lead by example and can deliver training education programs virtually and in-person.
• Evaluate training effectiveness and return-on-investment (ROI) of training initiatives.
• Collaborate with divisional leadership and senior management while utilizing customer feedback to develop robust learning plans.
• Develop and monitor metrics to measure the impact of learning programs on business outcomes.
• Stay current with industry trends and best practices in learning and development to continuously innovate learning programs.
• Serve as a thought leader and internal consultant on learning and development-related topics.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and policies.

Qualifications :

Preferred Qualifications :

Working Conditions :

The salary for this position generally ranges between $155,000-$165,000 annually. This range is an estimate, based on potential qualifications and operational needs. Salary may vary above and below the stated amounts, as permitted by applicable law. Additionally, this position is typically eligible for an Annual Bonus based on the Company Bonus Plan / Individual Performance and is at Company discretion.

This job description is not a contract of employment nor for any specific job responsibilities. The Company may change, add to, remove, or revoke the terms of this job description at its discretion. Managers may assign other duties and responsibilities as needed. In the event an employee or applicant requests or requires an accommodation to perform job functions, the applicable HR Business Partner should be contacted to evaluate the accommodation request.

For eligible employees, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both the personal and financial well-being of our employees. Compensation Benefits include competitive pay and a bonus for eligible employees. Benefits Package includes pension plan, 401k match, employee stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement, disability insurance, medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, employee discounts, and career training & development opportunities. Health and Work / Life Balance Benefits include paid time off starting at 160 hours annually for employees in their first year of service, ten paid holidays per year, Be Well Company holistic wellness program, parental leave, adoption assistance, employee assistance program, college coach program, back-up care program, PTO for volunteer hours, employee matching gifts program, employee resource groups, inclusion and diversity programs, employee recognition program, and referral bonus programs.

We believe our commitment to diversity and inclusion creates a work environment filled with exceptional individuals. We're thrilled to have been recognized for our efforts through the Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index, Dave Thomas Adoption Friendly Advocate, and several Seramount lists, including the Inclusion Index, 100 Best Companies for Working Parents, Best Companies for Dads, and Top 75 Companies for Executive Women. To foster a culture of inclusivity throughout our workforce, workplace, and marketplace, Transamerica offers a wide range of diversity and inclusion programs. This includes our company-sponsored, employee-driven Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), which are formed around a shared interest or a common characteristic of diversity. ERGs are open to all employees. They provide a supportive environment to help us better appreciate our similarities and differences and understand how they benefit us all. We believe our responsibilities extend beyond our corporate walls. That's why we created the Aegon Transamerica Foundation in 1994. Through a mix of financial grants and the volunteer efforts of our employees, the foundation supports nonprofit organizations focused on the things that matter most to our people in the communities where we live and work.

Aegon acquired the Transamerica business in 1999. Since its start in 1844, Aegon has grown into an international company serving more than 23.9 million people across the globe. It offers investment, protection, and retirement solutions, always with a clear purpose : Helping people live their best lives. As a leading global investor and employer, the company seeks to have a positive impact by addressing critical environmental and societal issues, with a focus on climate change and inclusion and diversity.