Instructional Designer - Change Management + Training Development

Aquent Talent

🇺🇸In-Person - Lone Tree, CO

Corporate Instructional Design Training Development Change Management Corporate Training Learning Design

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Role Snapshot

Join a leading financial services organization as an Instructional Designer to transform complex change initiatives into clear, actionable learning experiences that drive employee adoption and operational excellence. You'll bridge strategic change management and practical application, directly impacting how employees thrive during organizational transformations.

Key Responsibilities: Collaborate with change management teams to identify learning needs and design comprehensive training assets including instructor-led materials, self-paced content, job aids, and process walkthroughs. Support training execution, verify content alignment with change messaging, incorporate feedback for continuous improvement, and coordinate with learning platforms and external delivery partners.

Skills & Tools: Demonstrated knowledge of adult learning principles, proven ability to create structured training content and effective job aids, and strong organizational and documentation skills. Nice-to-have technical skills include e-learning development tools, LMS platform experience, and exposure to technology or process change initiatives.

Qualifications: 2–4 years of experience in training development, instructional design, or learning support roles with basic understanding of change management concepts. No specific educational degree explicitly required.

Location: In-Person - Lone Tree, CO

Compensation: Not provided by employer. Typical compensation for this role is $60,000 – $80,000/year based on title, seniority, and location.

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Job Description

This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading financial services organization dedicated to empowering individuals and institutions through innovative solutions and robust support. This organization is at the forefront of driving operational excellence and employee enablement, fostering a culture of continuous learning and adaptation. Are you passionate about transforming complex changes into clear, actionable learning experiences? We’re seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented individual to play a pivotal role in ensuring our teams are equipped for success! In this role, you will directly impact employee adoption of new processes, tools, and ways of working, driving efficiency and effectiveness across the organization. You’ll be instrumental in bridging the gap between strategic change initiatives and practical application, making a tangible difference in how our employees thrive.

What you’ll do:**
Collaborate closely with change management teams to deeply understand impact areas and identify critical learning needs.
Design and develop comprehensive training assets, including instructor-led materials, self-paced learning content, job aids, quick reference guides, and process walkthroughs.
Support the execution of training plans and learning timelines, ensuring alignment with key change milestones.
Verify that all training content resonates with overarching change messaging and promotes desired employee behaviors.
Actively participate in the testing and refinement of training materials, incorporating feedback for continuous improvement.
Assist with coordination efforts involving learning platforms or external delivery partners as necessary.
Must-have skills and experience:**
2–4 years of experience in training development, instructional design, or learning support roles.
Demonstrated working knowledge of adult learning principles.
Proven experience in creating structured training content and effective job aids.
Basic understanding of change management concepts and how training facilitates successful adoption.
Strong organizational and documentation skills.
Nice-to-have skills and experience:**
Experience with e-learning development tools or Learning Management System (LMS) platforms.
Exposure to technology, process, or operating model change initiatives.
About Aquent Talent**

Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world’s biggest brands. Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We’re about creating an inclusive environment-one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.