Training Specialist LIC, Remote - United States

Join Thrivent as a Training Specialist LIC in a fully remote role across the United States. Thrivent, a leading financial services organization, is seeking passionate learning professionals to deliver impactful training in life insurance, annuities, and more. This remote Training Specialist position focuses on facilitating virtual and in-person sessions, ensuring compliance with LIC standards, and driving business results through adult learning principles.

Why Join Thrivent?

Thrivent is more than a financial services company; we're a mission-driven organization empowering Christians to flourish through holistic financial advice, investments, insurance, and generosity programs. As a Fortune 500 company with over 2 million members, Thrivent offers a collaborative culture rooted in faith, integrity, and innovation. Our remote Training Specialist LIC role provides the flexibility to work from anywhere in the United States while contributing to life-changing financial education.

Why choose Thrivent? Enjoy a supportive environment with professional growth opportunities, cutting-edge learning technologies, and a commitment to work-life balance. Our team members thrive in a values-based culture that prioritizes inclusivity, continuous learning, and community impact. With competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and remote flexibility, Thrivent is the ideal place for Training Specialists passionate about insurance training, adult learning, and financial services careers.

Role Description

The Training Specialist LIC role is pivotal in facilitating in-person and/or virtual learning experiences that incorporate adult learning principles and accommodate diverse learning styles. Using existing resources and programs, you'll deliver training on company orientation, industry knowledge, Thrivent products (life insurance, disability income, Medicare supplement, long-term care, fixed and variable annuities, tax-exempt programs), processes, systems, and service skills. This position measures individual progress to ensure learners achieve business results, with a focus on Annuity and Life Insurance Interaction Center needs. Only roles handling Annuity complaints require specific licensing.

As a remote Training Specialist, you'll create positive, inclusive learning environments, revise materials based on feedback, and collaborate with leaders to address training gaps. This is an exciting opportunity for corporate trainers, L&D specialists, and insurance training experts to make a difference in financial wellness.

Detailed Responsibilities

• Facilitate in-person and/or virtual learning experiences using existing resources and programs.
• Ensure a positive, inclusive, and effective learning experience for all participants to achieve intended learning objectives.
• Make moderate revisions to existing learning materials (job aids, tutorials, web-based training, workshop curriculum, learner guides, articles, publications, technology tips, videos) based on user feedback and content changes.
• Consult with business leaders to assess learning/development/training needs and assist in developing solutions and tools.
• Document and maintain all training records accurately.
• Monitor, evaluate, and record the effectiveness of training courses; recommend and develop improvements as needed.
• Provide feedback to content owners, represent training interests on project teams, and recommend training approaches.
• Offer timely follow-up to participant questions.
• Support the design, development, and management of effective learning and performance-focused solutions; assess business and audience needs, develop learning strategies, and identify delivery methods including innovative methodologies.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to provide business context for relevant learning programs delivered through various channels.
• Identify emerging issues, research training trends, and recommend new approaches for insurance and annuity training.

Required Skills

Thrivent seeks Training Specialists LIC with proven expertise in dynamic learning environments. Key skills include:

• Expertise in adult learning principles and diverse learning styles.
• Strong facilitation skills for virtual and in-person training sessions.
• Proficiency in instructional design and content revision.
• Analytical skills for evaluating training effectiveness and learner progress.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder collaboration abilities.
• Knowledge of financial products, especially life insurance and annuities.
• Tech-savviness with LMS, virtual platforms (Zoom, Teams), and e-learning tools.
• Project management for training initiatives and record-keeping.

Education & Experience

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Training, Business, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in corporate training, facilitation, or L&D roles.
• Experience with insurance products (life, annuities preferred) or financial services training.

Preferred

• Insurance licenses (Life, Annuity) for LIC-focused roles.
• Certified Professional in Learning and Performance (CPLP) or similar.
• Experience in remote/virtual training delivery.

Compensation Overview

Competitive salary reflecting experience, with performance incentives and growth potential.

Benefits

Thrivent offers exceptional benefits including health, dental, vision insurance; 401(k) with match; generous PTO; remote work stipend; professional development; wellness programs; and faith-based volunteer opportunities. Join us to advance your career in training specialist roles while making an eternal impact.

Thrivent is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Apply today for this remote Training Specialist LIC position!