Training Adoption & Executive Communications Consultant (Contract) - Open to Candidates Based in New Jersey

On-site
- New Brunswick, New Jersey, United States

Contract role | Drive training adoption through executive communications & visual storytelling | Onsite near Brunswick, NJ | 12–24 months | Partner with senior stakeholders on high-impact change

Job description

Training Adoption & Executive Communications Consultant (Contract)
Location: Onsite – Preferred proximity to Brunswick, NJ (3–4 days onsite per week)
Engagement: Contract | Full-time hours (Eastern) | 12–24 months
Expected Start: Early August 2025

Position Summary

A global client undergoing a finance transformation is seeking a dynamic and consultative Training Adoption & Executive Communications Consultant for a long-term contract engagement. This consultant will be embedded within the client’s Finance Learning & Development (L&D) transformation team to craft compelling visual content, dashboards, and reports that drive adoption of training initiatives and support enterprise-wide change.\

This is a full-time contract role, ideal for a consultant with strong visual communication skills, executive presence, and experience working in fast-paced, stakeholder-facing environments.

Key Responsibilities

Executive Communication & Visual Storytelling

Create polished, executive-ready visuals (PowerPoint, infographics, dashboards) that transform complex data into clear, engaging narratives for senior stakeholders.

Strategic Partnership

Act as a thought partner to senior stakeholders, aligning communication deliverables with business priorities and change goals.

Training Adoption Analytics

Interpret data from multiple sources (Excel, SAP Cloud Analytics, Tableau, FP&A tools) to showcase training adoption progress and impact.

Dashboard & Report Design

Design intuitive, visually appealing dashboards and reports that consolidate disparate data and support data-driven decision-making.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Work closely with internal teams (Training, Deployment, Security, FP&A) and a backend data resource to ensure alignment across outputs and business needs.

Graphic Design Support

While not mandatory, experience with tools like Adobe Creative Suite is a plus for designing impactful collateral and visual assets.

Job requirements

5+ years of experience in executive communications, visual storytelling, L&D analytics, or change communication.
Proven track record of creating visually compelling executive presentations and data visualizations.
Strong command of Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel (including pivot tables, charts, formulas).
Familiarity with Tableau, SAP Cloud Analytics, or similar visualization platforms.
Outstanding interpersonal and verbal communication skills; able to influence and collaborate with senior stakeholders.
Comfortable in high-visibility, high-autonomy environments where consultative thinking is key.
Able to work U.S. Eastern Time hours.

Bonus Skills (Preferred, Not Required)

Graphic design expertise (e.g., Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, Canva).
Light automation skills using Excel VBA or Power Query.
Experience in healthcare, pharma, or large-scale enterprise transformation.

Work Model

Frontend: You will be the face of the visualization and storytelling effort, working directly with client leadership.
Backend Support: You will be supported by an offshore data analyst responsible for raw data collection and foundational reporting tasks.

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Important: Pre-Screening Questions Required

We require all applicants to complete the pre-screening questions included in this application as the first step in the interview process. We understand some details may be in your resume, which will be reviewed in full. Your responses are crucial for us to accurately assess your fit for the role.

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This is a contract position, meaning you would be engaged as an independent contractor and not as an employee of any company. Are you willing to work as a freelance, independent contractor?

Yes

Where are you currently located?

Do you live within a reasonable commuting distance to New Brunswick, NJ, and are you able to work onsite 3–4 days per week?

Yes

Tell us about a time you developed executive-facing communications or visual content to support a major training or change initiative. What was the context, who were the stakeholders, and what tools or approaches did you use to drive clarity and alignment?

Training adoption is often measured through a mix of quantitative data and qualitative feedback. How have you interpreted and communicated adoption trends or learning impact to non-technical, senior audiences? What tools or visuals did you use to make the message resonate?

This role requires translating complex information into clear, visually engaging deliverables. Can you provide details of the types of dashboards, presentations, or reports you've created—and how they influenced executive audiences?

Do you have samples of executive-level presentations, visual storytelling, or communication materials you’ve created? If so, please upload them here. (Please ensure no confidential or proprietary information is shared.)

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Consultative thinking and senior stakeholder engagement are key in this role. How have you approached building credibility and influence in high-visibility environments, especially when priorities shift or decisions are still evolving?

Are you currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future employer sponsorship?

Yes

What is your desired hourly pay rate for this specific contract role?

Is this rate negotiable?

Yes

If selected, what is your availability to start in this new role?

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