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Training Operations Specialist

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Appian

Training Operations Specialist

Chennai, India

Here at Appian, our core values of Respect, Work to Impact, Ambition, and Constructive Dissent & Resolution define who we are. In short, this means we constantly seek to understand the best for our customers, we go beyond completion in our work, we strive for excellence with intensity, and we embrace candid communication. These values guide our actions and shape our culture every day. When you join Appian, you'll be part of a passionate team that's dedicated to accomplishing hard things.

Here at Appian we are passionate about our customers' success. The Appian Talent Development team is a critical contributor to this mission - and we are growing! We are looking for a creative, dynamic, and driven individual to support our learners and our overall business operations. This individual will contribute significantly to Appian's overall success by responding to learner questions and supporting all daily operational aspects of Appian training, including scheduling, training logistics, process improvement, payment and financial reporting. This position is the primary point of contact for enrollment management for Appian employee learning and the Appian sales and partner account executives to enroll clients and partners into training.

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To be successful in this position, you must be an independent self-starter and able to think big - helping us continue to improve our learner experience as we grow. In this team there are opportunities to excel through innovative thinking, collaboration, thoughtful implementation and continuous improvement through experience based learning.

In this role you will:

  • Support all of our learners by responding to inquiries about Appian training.
  • Manage all aspects of enrollment for employee and external public and private instructor led courses for customers and partners, including learner purchases and registrations.

    • Organize and book logistics for training. This may include: room reservations, lunch, scheduling, etc.
    • Organize and keep track of participants/cohorts attending training
  • Coordinate the measurement process (surveys, interviews, focus groups) for trainers to certify internal candidates
  • Organize and keep track of partner certification programs to ensure proper communication and actions take place. Reply to questions from external audiences (partners) and/or escalate to the appropriate stakeholders as needed.
  • Manage the overall instructor staffing grid to ensure visibility into instructor commitments, availability, upcoming training, etc.
  • Become the expert on the employee learning LMS experience & portfolio by maintaining overall LMS design, updating curriculums, identifying courses for retirement or maintenance and working with BT on additional updates or enhancements.
  • Assign required training to employees, create reports, and monitor progress.
  • Work with Finance to process monthly reconciliations and requirements for reporting revenue.
  • Gather data around all workflows and implement improvements to streamline through new process changes and recommended automation.

Basic Qualifications:

  • 3+ years of experience in training operations, preferably within the IT industry.
  • Proven ability to interact directly with employees, customers, and partners with clear and professional communications both verbal and written. Experience in communicating at all levels of an organization.
  • Strong problem-solving skills, logical approach to planning and implementing projects and addressing roadblocks.
  • Willingness to travel up to 20% of the time.
  • Demonstrated ability to learn quickly, be a team player, and manage change effectively.
  • Must be comfortable coordinating and working in global virtual teams.
  • Experience with either or both Google/MS suite of Sheets/Excel; Docs/Word and Slides/PowerPoint.
  • Bachelor degree in Business Administration, industrial and Organizational Psychology, Educational Assessment, Instructional Design, or equivalent work experience.

Tools and Resources

  • Training and Development: During onboarding, we focus on equipping new hires with the skills and knowledge for success through department-specific training. Continuous learning is a central focus at Appian, with dedicated mentorship and the First-Friend program being widely utilized resources for new hires.
  • Growth Opportunities: Appian provides a diverse array of growth and development opportunities, including our leadership program tailored for new and aspiring managers, a comprehensive library of specialized department training through Appian University, skills based training, and tuition reimbursement for those aiming to advance their education. This commitment ensures that employees have access to a holistic range of development opportunities.
  • Community: We'll immerse you into our community rooted in respect starting on day one. Appian fosters inclusivity through our 8 employee-led affinity groups. These groups help employees build stronger internal and external networks by planning social, educational, and outreach activities to connect with Appianites and larger initiatives throughout the company.

About Appian

Appian is a software company that automates business processes. The Appian AI-Powered Process Platform includes everything you need to design, automate, and optimize even the most complex processes, from start to finish. The world's most innovative organizations trust Appian to improve their workflows, unify data, and optimize operations-resulting in better growth and superior customer experiences. For more information, visit appian.com. [Nasdaq: APPN]

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Appian Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Further, Appian will not discriminate against applicants for inquiring about, discussing or disclosing their pay or, in certain circumstances, the pay of their co-worker, Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination. Appian provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees in accordance with all applicable laws.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at ReasonableAccommodations@appian.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

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Client-provided location(s): Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
Job ID: Appian-NjI0MzkyMi10cmFpbmluZy1vcGVyYXRpb25zLXNwZWNpYWxpc3Q=
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • FSA
    • HSA
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Adoption Leave
    • Return-to-Work Program
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Family Support Resources
    • On-site/Nearby Childcare
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Company Outings
    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Leave of Absence
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Paid Holidays
    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Paid Vacation
  • Financial and Retirement

    • Relocation Assistance
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Company Equity
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • 401(K)
    • Performance Bonus
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Internship Program
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
    • Professional Coaching
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Lunch and Learns
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program