Senior Talent Development Specialist

3 days ago


Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States Thrivent Financial Full time
Job Title: Senior Talent Development Specialist

The Senior Talent Development Specialist will play a pivotal role in driving the growth and development of our Financial Advisors. This position will be responsible for designing, implementing, and sustaining development programs and initiatives that foster the success and professional development of our financial advisors.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Design and execute comprehensive development programs tailored to the unique needs of Financial Advisors, focusing on areas such as financial planning & advice, client relationship management, and regulatory compliance.
  • Collaborate with key stakeholders, including sales and compliance teams, to identify learning needs and develop targeted programs to enhance Financial Advisor performance.
  • Develop and deliver specialized training programs that address the unique needs of Financial Advisors, including product knowledge, sales techniques, and client engagement strategies.
  • Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure leadership development initiatives are integrated with overall talent management strategies.
  • Assess organizational needs and develop strategies to improve advisor engagement, retention, and productivity.
  • Oversee the development and delivery of training programs, including e-learning, workshops, and seminars.
  • Measure the effectiveness of training programs through metrics and feedback, making necessary adjustments to improve outcomes.
  • Collaborate with senior leadership to develop and implement talent management strategies, including succession planning, talent reviews, and high-potential development.
  • Identify and nurture key talent within the organization, ensuring a strong pipeline for future leadership roles.
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience in human resources, education, organizational development, business administration, or a related field.
  • 5+ years of experience in talent development, financial services, or a related field.
  • Proven experience in designing and delivering financial advisor development programs.
  • Strong understanding of adult learning principles, instructional design, and performance management.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and influence senior leadership.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to measure and report on the effectiveness of development programs.
  • Licensing: FINRA Series 7, 63/65 or 66 required or obtained within 120 days.
Preferred:
  • Master's Degree.
  • Experience in launch and onboarding in the financial services industry or for sales positions.
  • Knowledge of tools, techniques, and resources for onboarding sales candidates preferred.
  • Certified Professional in Learning and Performance (CPLP), SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP), or other relevant certifications are a plus.

Thrivent Financial is a unique organization that fosters a diverse workforce to serve our diverse clientele. We are committed to providing financial advice, investments, insurance, banking, and generosity programs to help people make the most of all they've been given. If you're intrigued about our work and the possibility of becoming part of it, we invite you to visit Thrivent.com to learn more.



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