Head of Training And Development

  • Jaipur
  • Thrillophilia.com
Overview:

We are seeking an exceptional and strategic Head of Training and Audit for our Customer Service Department. This senior leadership role requires over 12 years of experience in developing and executing training programs, auditing processes, and ensuring compliance within a customer service environment. The successful candidate will excel in creating and implementing comprehensive training strategies, designing effective training sessions, establishing certification processes, and conducting rigorous audits to enhance service quality. This role demands a proactive approach to process improvement, a strong background in SOP development, and the ability to foster a culture of continuous learning and development.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Strategic Training Program Development: - Design and Implementation: Develop and execute comprehensive training programs for both internal employees and external partners, focusing on skill acquisition and knowledge enhancement. - Classroom and OJT Sessions: Create and deliver engaging and effective classroom and On-the-Job Training (OJT) sessions tailored to diverse learning styles, including onboarding for new hires and advanced training for existing team members. - Certification Processes: Establish and manage certification processes to validate the proficiency and competency of trained individuals, ensuring they meet organizational standards and industry requirements.

2. Training Program Evaluation and Enhancement: - Regular Assessment: Continuously evaluate training programs and processes to identify areas for improvement. Implement data-driven enhancements based on feedback, performance metrics, and emerging best practices. - Conduct Audits: Perform regular and thorough audits of training programs, including evaluating call quality, SOP compliance, and adherence to best practices to ensure high standards of service delivery.

3. SOP Development and Cross-Functional Collaboration: - Collaborate with Teams: Work closely with cross-functional teams to develop, update, and refine SOP documents and processes related to training. Ensure SOPs reflect the latest industry standards and operational requirements. - Process Improvement: Identify and address process gaps and inefficiencies, making necessary adjustments to strengthen training and operational effectiveness.

4. Guidance and Support: - Trainer Support: Provide leadership, guidance, and support to trainers and team members, ensuring consistent and high-quality training delivery across the organization. - Monitoring and Coaching: Track the progress of trainees, delivering constructive feedback and coaching to facilitate skill development and performance improvement.

5. Culture of Continuous Learning: - Foster Development: Promote and embed a culture of continuous learning and professional development within the organization. Encourage team members to engage in ongoing education and skill enhancement initiatives. - Best Practices: Advocate for and implement best practices in training and development to maintain and elevate service excellence.

6. Process Optimization and Error Resolution: - Error Analysis: Conduct detailed analysis of training-related errors and performance issues, developing and implementing corrective action plans to address identified gaps. - Strengthen Processes: Develop and execute strategies to optimize processes, reduce errors, and enhance overall training and service delivery effectiveness.

7. Liaison and Alignment: - Serve as Liaison: Act as a key liaison between the training department and other departments, addressing training needs, resolving issues, and aligning training initiatives with organizational goals and strategies. - Align Training Initiatives: Ensure that training programs and initiatives are closely aligned with the organization’s strategic objectives and business goals.

8. Call Audits and Quality Assurance: - Conduct thorough audits of customer service calls to evaluate adherence to quality standards, accuracy, and compliance. - Identify performance gaps and areas for improvement through call analysis and feedback. - Provide actionable insights and recommendations for improving call quality and customer interactions. - Develop and implement processes to monitor and enhance call quality continuously.

Requirement:

- Experience:

At least 12 years of experience in training and auditing within a customer service environment, with a proven track record in developing training programs, auditing processes, and creating SOPs. - Leadership: Demonstrated

leadership capabilities, with experience managing and mentoring training and audit teams to achieve high performance and consistency. - Training Expertise:

Extensive experience in designing and delivering effective classroom and OJT training sessions, as well as establishing and managing certification processes. - Auditing and Compliance:

Strong background in conducting rigorous audits of training effectiveness, call quality, SOP compliance, and adherence to best practices.