Combined Insurance, is seeking an Instructional Designer to join our fast-paced, high energy, growing company. We are proud of our tradition of success in the insurance industry of over 90 years. Come join our team of hard-working, talented professionals!

JOB SUMMARY :

The Instructional Designer will be accountable for managing the development of innovative training programs through the creation of instructor-led and online training content. All candidates must have experience in curriculum design, training analysis, instructional design and eLearning development. Strong project and relationship management skills are required as well as the ability to work independently.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serve as a partner to the business in analyzing product and process information and rapidly developing online learning and blended learning deliverables and tools


• Determine and implement appropriate learning strategies/programs appropriate for different audiences


• Work independently in managing multiple training projects between different client groups to reach expected outcomes


• Provide editing/quality control for training deliverables and communications


• Design and develop curriculums and other learning solutions in multiple formats


• Analyze and communicate the metrics of learning effectiveness; provide feedback and recommendations for ongoing improvement to management


• Leverage decision-making skills, critical thinking and reasoning. Proactively resolve problems while exhibiting professional, sound judgment and leadership skills


• Prepare L&D Team members to facilitate classroom and virtual training sessions for new and incumbent employees

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 5 years of instructional design experience and expertise in adult learning strategies, including online learning and rapid design principles; or combined work experience and education


• Superior writing, communication, and presentation skills; ability to state issues in a concise, solution-driven manner


• Ability to quickly establish strong working relationships with all levels of personnel across multiple departments


• Outstanding organizational skills, attention to detail, project management skills and proficiency in prioritizing/reprioritizing tasks based on changing needs


• Ability to analyze information quickly, develop curriculum outline and draft training content


• Ability and experience in working independently to develop training solutions from start (analysis) to end (delivery)


• Experience with Articulate, Captivate, Adobe Design Premium, including Adobe Acrobat X Pro, Photoshop, and Adobe Illustrator


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products, including Excel, Word, Outlook, Project, and PowerPoint


• Experience with design of SCORM compliant courses and experience with learning management systems.  Experience with Cornerstone is a plus


• Ability to organize work-flow to manage multiple projects and accomplish tasks with follow-through to completion


• Current knowledge of the latest training technologies and training program design strategies


• Some travel may be required, up to 25%.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Masters Degree in Instructional Design or related field


• Bilingual in Spanish


• Experience working in B2B, Group and Broker insurance a plus


• Experience in Operations, Call Center, or Insurance Claims Departments a plus

Location: Primary location Rosemont, IL – Triangle Plaza, with some time in our Chicago office. Remote candidates with demonstrated skills and experience may be considered.

OUR BENEFITS

As a Combined corporate employee, you have access to one of the most comprehensive benefit plans in the business, designed to meet your needs and help you reach your financial goals. Our Company is committed to supporting its employees with a comprehensive compensation package that is appropriate in the market where they work. Below are several of the many benefits we offer our employees: 

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Tuition reimbursement

A company-match 401(k) plan

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Employee referral bonuses

ABOUT COMBINED INSURANCE

Combined Insurance is a leading provider of individual supplemental accident, disability, health and life insurance products. With a field sales force and corporate staff in excess of 5,000 people worldwide, Combined Insurance meets the growing coverage needs of policyholders around the globe. We pride ourselves on being customer-centric, people-driven, accountable, performance-minded, and ethical. We invest in our employees and take the time to focus on their development, needs and career aspirations.

Our parent company is one of the world’s largest multiline property and casualty insurers. With operations in 54 countries, the Company provides commercial and personal property and casualty insurance, personal accident and supplemental health insurance, reinsurance and life insurance to a diverse group of clients.

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