Specialist, Training and Communications

Position Summary

Supports compliance training and communications initiatives under the direction of the Sr. Manager, Integrity and Compliance, with particular focus on Volkswagen (VW) Group alignment. This role executes training and communications activities using established templates and frameworks while ensuring adherence to internal standards and maintaining necessary tracking and documentation.

Required Knowledge Base

• Understanding of basic training development principles
• Knowledge of corporate communications practices
• Understanding of VW Group compliance frameworks
• Knowledge of internal training standards and requirements, including VW Group-specific compliance content requirements
• Understanding of cross-brand guidelines
• Familiarity with learning management systems
• Understanding of presentation design principles
• Knowledge of content management practices

Key Areas of Responsibility

1. Training Support & Maintenance for all Company CMS

Creation (With Guidance):

• Develop basic training materials using templates
• Create simple learning assessments
• Draft training communications
• Adapt VW Group training materials for local use
• Support cross-brand training initiatives

Maintenance:

• Update existing training modules
• Track completion rates
• Maintain training calendar
• Document training metrics
• Support training delivery logistics
• Track training requirements
• Update local versions of materials

 

1. Communications Support

Creation (With Guidance):

• Draft routine compliance communications using templates
• Prepare newsletter content following established format
• Create basic presentation slides using approved designs
• Support cross-brand communications using templates
• Adapt communications for local audience

 

Maintenance:

• Update communications calendar
• Track communication deadlines
• Maintain distribution lists
• Document communication metrics
• Support communication delivery
• Maintain template library
• Track cross-brand requirements

 

1. VW Group Alignment

Creation (With Guidance):

• Prepare compliance reporting materials
• Support initiative implementation
• Draft cross-brand communications using templates

Maintenance:

• Maintain alignment with VW Group communication standards
• Track reporting deadlines
• Document metrics
• Support compliance initiatives

 

1. Content Management

• Update internal compliance website
• Maintain digital asset library
• Track content review dates
• Document content changes
• Support policy communications
• Maintain content repositories

1. Metrics & Reporting

• Track standard training metrics
• Monitor basic engagement data
• Maintain regular reports
• Document completion rates
• Support effectiveness tracking
• Compile reporting data

 

Guidance and Support Framework

Regular Check-ins

• Weekly content review with Sr. Manager
• Bi-weekly calendar review
• Monthly metrics review
• Quarterly performance discussion

Required Review Points

• All new training content
• New communications
• Presentation designs
• Newsletter drafts
• Content updates
• Metric reports
• Stakeholder communications
• Content adaptations
• Cross-brand communications
• Reporting materials
• Brand guideline applications

Independent Activities

• Updates to existing materials
• Routine tracking and logging
• Basic maintenance tasks
• Standard report preparation
• Calendar management
• Template maintenance

 

Performance Metrics and Standards

Training Support

• Update materials within 3 business days
• Maintain 95% accuracy in updates
• Complete tracking logs weekly
• Zero missed deadlines
• Accurate completion reporting
• Meet training timelines

Communications Execution

• Prepare drafts by established deadlines
• Update calendars within 1 day
• Maintain accurate distribution lists
• Track deadlines with 100% accuracy
• Zero missed updates
• Align with VW Group standards

Content Management

• Update website within 2 days of approval
• Maintain current asset library
• Track review dates accurately
• Document changes same day
• Zero outdated content

Quality Metrics

• 95% accuracy in routine tasks
• Zero missed deadlines
• Complete documentation
• Timely status reporting
• Adherence to templates

Working Parameters

• Based in Novi, MI or Columbia, SC office location
• 3 days per week in office required
• Regular collaboration with compliance team
• Standard business hours
• Digital tool proficiency required
• Internal group virtual collaboration as needed

Required Skills & Competencies

• Bachelors degree in Communications, Business, or related field
• 2-4 years of communications experience
• Experience with compliance frameworks
• Knowledge of automotive industry communications
• Understanding of different training methodologies
• Familiarity with cross-brand requirements
• German language skills preferred
• Strong attention to detail
• Basic writing and editing skills
• Proficiency in PowerPoint and standard office tools
• Experience with learning management systems
• Organizational skills
• Clear communication style
• Ability to follow established processes

What youll gain

The benefits of joining Scout include the chance to build products and a company from the ground up.  This is a chance to create something new and lasting – with an iconic brand at its foundation.  In addition, Scout provides competitive compensation and benefits to support your physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. Program specifics are detailed in company policies and employee benefit guides, select highlights:

• Competitive insurance including:
  • Medical, dental, vision and income protection plans
• 401(k) program with:
  • An employer match and immediate vesting
• Generous Paid Time Off including:
  • 20 days planned PTO, as accrued
  • 40 hours of unplanned PTO and 14 company or floating holidays, annually
  • Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave for biological and adoptive parents of all genders
  • Paid leave for circumstances related to bereavement, jury duty, voting time, or military leave

Pay Transparency

This is a full-time, exempt position eligible to receive a base salary and to participate in an annual performance bonus program. Final salary offered will be determined based on factors including but not limited to the candidates skills and experience. The annual performance bonus program is preset and not candidate dependent.

Initial base salary range = $95,000 - $115,000

Internal leveling code: IC9

Notice to applicants:

• Residing in San Francisco: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Scout Motors will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. 
• Residing in Los Angeles: Scout Motors will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. 
• Residing in New York City: This role is not eligible for remote work in New York City.