IT Trainer at Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP

New York, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Jun, 26

Salary

120000.0

Posted On

22 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Training, Instructional Design, Adult Learning Principles, IT Support Systems, Curriculum Development, Troubleshooting, Program Evaluation, Communication, Presentation, Interpersonal Skills, Microsoft Office Applications, E-learning Platforms, Train-the-Trainer Programs, Quality Assurance, Lesson Planning, Scenario Exercises

Industry

Law Practice

Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced IT Trainer to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and leading comprehensive train-the-trainer programs specifically designed for IT Support staff. This role requires a dynamic individual with a strong IT background, exceptional training abilities, and excellent organizational skills. The ideal candidate will possess a proven track record in IT training, effectively utilizing various instructional techniques and technologies to engage and empower learners. They will work closely with various teams, ensuring that training programs align seamlessly with business needs and support organizational goals. The IT Trainer will play a pivotal role in enhancing the knowledge and skills of IT Trainers and support staff, ensuring the delivery of high-quality training sessions and the development of relevant, and up-to-date training materials. Additionally, they will be responsible for monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of training programs, implementing improvements based on feedback and assessments to continually enhance the training experience. Key Responsibilities Train-the-Trainer Programs: Design and conduct comprehensive train-the-trainer programs tailored for IT support staff to ensure effective transfer of knowledge and skills. This includes creating detailed lesson plans, hands-on workshops, and real-world scenario exercises that cater to diverse learning styles. Collaboration: Work closely with application support teams, Business Analysts (BAs), and Product Managers to ensure training programs align with business needs and support organizational goals. This involves regular meetings to discuss current projects, future requirements, and any specific challenges that need to be addressed. Training Delivery: Deliver engaging and impactful training sessions to IT Trainers and support staff in all offices, utilizing a variety of instructional techniques and technologies. This includes interactive presentations, multimedia resources, and personalized coaching to enhance learning experiences. Curriculum Development: Develop and update training materials, manuals, documentation, quick tips and/or best practice guides to keep content relevant and up to date with the latest industry trends and technologies. Create ‘How To” training videos and FAQs as required. This requires continuous research, consultation with industry experts, and integration of feedback from training participants. Troubleshooting: Provide troubleshooting techniques, and guidance to IT Trainers and support staff, helping tthem resolve complex technical issues efficiently. This includes practical demonstrations, hands-on problem-solving sessions, and the development of troubleshooting guides and resources. Quality Assurance: Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of training programs through feedback and assessments and implement improvements as necessary. This includes conducting surveys, analyzing performance metrics, and holding review sessions to ensure training objectives are met and exceeded. Perform other duties as assigned Skills and Experience Bachelor’s degree in information technology or equivalent working experience. Minimum of 5+ years of experience in training, with a strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications. Strong technical knowledge of IT support systems, software, and tools. Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills. Proven ability to manage training programs Proficiency in instructional design and adult learning principles. Experience with e-learning platforms and training technologies preferred. Relevant certifications (e.g., MOS, ITIL, etc.) are a plus. Salary Information NY Only: The estimated base salary range for this position is $100,000 to $120,000 at the time of posting. This is a Hybrid role with 4 in-office days per week. The actual salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. This role is exempt meaning it is not overtime pay eligible. Simpson Thacher will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position. Privacy Notice For information about how Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP collects and processes your personal information, please refer to our Privacy Notice available at https://www.stblaw.com/other/privacy-notice. Simpson Thacher & Bartlett is committed to a collegial work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. The Firm prohibits discrimination or harassment based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, marital or partnership status, sexual orientation, veteran’s status or any other legally protected status. This Policy pertains to every aspect of an individual’s relationship with the Firm, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, training and development, promotion, transfer, discipline, termination, and all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment. #LI-Hybrid Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP is one of the world’s leading international law firms. The Firm was established in 1884 and has approximately 2,000 lawyers. Headquartered in New York with offices in Beijing, Boston, Brussels, Hong Kong, Houston, London, Los Angeles, Luxembourg, Palo Alto, San Francisco, São Paulo, Tokyo and Washington, D.C., the Firm provides coordinated legal advice and transactional capability to clients around the globe.

Responsibilities

The IT Trainer will design and lead comprehensive train-the-trainer programs for IT Support staff, focusing on developing relevant materials and ensuring knowledge transfer. They will also collaborate with various teams to align training with business needs and deliver engaging sessions across all offices.