Training & Development Specialist

About the role

The Training & Development Specialist supports employee growth by coordinating and delivering training and development programs across the US. This role facilitates learning sessions, develops training materials and communications, and manages day-to-day learning administration. The Specialist also supports broader HR programs and initiatives that strengthen employee development and organizational effectiveness across the employee lifecycle. Reporting to the US HR Director, the Specialist works with the US HR team, regional, and global T&D colleagues to address local development needs in alignment with global priorities.

Responsibilities

Local Training & Development Delivery

• Partner with the US team & Global Training & Development team to identify local training needs, complete needs assessments, and implement plans aligned with global priorities.
• Coordinate and facilitate virtual and in-person training, working with internal facilitators, subject matter experts, and external consultants.
• Create and maintain training materials, including presentations, e-learning content, and videos; adapt global resources for local audiences.
• Facilitate the Asmodee book club.
• Provide guidance and recommendations to teams and stakeholders on available learning resources and development activities.
• Support local onboarding training in partnership with the US HR team.
• Establish metrics to measure learning and development performance, collect participant feedback, and assess learning outcomes to recommend improvements.

Learning Administration & Communications

• Manage day-to-day training administration, including LinkedIn Learning requests, access coordination, and employee inquiries.
• Administer ADP LMS course assignments, maintain training records, and prepare completion reports.
• Monitor required and compliance training completion and work with US HR Business Partners to address overdue assignments or reporting discrepancies.
• Maintain the training calendar and coordinate session logistics, including scheduling, invitations, registration, attendance, and follow-up.
• Draft training announcements, newsletter articles, and other learning communications.

Performance Management & Global Project Support

• Drive the local aspects of the global development and review process through project coordination, timeline management, completion tracking, and follow-up with US HR Business Partners and managers.
• Coordinate and deliver local performance management training and communications aligned with global guidance.
• Respond to routine process questions and escalate issues to the appropriate HR Business Partner or US HR Director.
• Support local implementation and change management for global projects, including communications, training, and resource updates.
• Share local progress, needs, and feedback with regional and global T&D colleagues.
• As assigned, support engagement survey action planning and track agreed actions with US HR Business Partners.

Budget, Grants & Reporting

• Review training expenses and budget reports, flag concerns, and coordinate corrections to incorrectly assigned charges with HR and Finance.
• Administer training grants, including documentation, eligible expense tracking, reporting, and submission deadlines.
• Support future grant applications by gathering information, preparing materials, and coordinating reviews and submissions.
• Compile and validate assigned US HR and training data for ESG reporting and maintain supporting records.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational and project coordination skills, with the ability to manage multiple activities, deadlines, and follow-up tasks.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to draft employee communications and facilitate small-group learning sessions.
• Working knowledge of adult learning principles and experience preparing or adapting practical training materials.
• Attention to detail and comfort reviewing training records, expenses, and reporting data for accuracy.
• Ability to collaborate with local, regional, and global colleagues and carry out agreed plans with appropriate follow-up and escalation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint, and experience with HRIS or learning management systems; ADP LMS and LinkedIn Learning experience is preferred.
• Familiarity with basic video editing and digital learning content tools is preferred.
• Curiosity about AI tools and a willingness to explore how they can support learning, content development, and HR processes.
• Ability to handle confidential employee information with discretion and support an inclusive learning environment.

Experience

• 2–4 years of relevant experience in training and development, HR generalist work, HR program coordination, or a related role.
• A degree in Human Resources, Education, Organizational Development, Communications or a related field is preferred but not required.
• Experience coordinating projects, public speaking or facilitating training, and drafting employee and manager communications.
• Experience with performance management processes, training budgets, grant administration, or HR reporting is preferred.

Benefits

• 22 Days of PTO Annually
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
• Competitive 401K Match
• Paid Parental Leave
• Fertility & Family Building Benefits
• Legal & Identity Theft Support
• 2 Paid Volunteer Days Off
• Flexible & Hybrid Schedules
• Extensive Game Discounts
• $250 Annually in Game Bucks
• Career Growth & Development
• Mental Health Programs
• Virtual Healthcare Options
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program

Pay

Base Salary Range: $70,000–$75,000. Actual compensation for this role is based on several factors, including but not limited to job-related skills, qualifications, experience, market conditions and specific work location.

Schedule

Flexible & hybrid schedules offered.