Training Specialist (Instructional Designer)

At Exness, we are not just a leading trading broker—we’ve reimagined what it takes to be a leader. With 40M+ trades a day and 2,000+ people across 13 countries, we combine scale, care, and real tech to make trading better for 1M+ clients worldwide.

Recognised globally as a Best Place to Work, we’re a people-first company where long-term wins always matter more. As part of our team, you will shape the future of fintech with real technology, care, and purpose.

Why this role matters

The Training Specialist (Instructional Designer) is responsible for translating business needs into clear, actionable skills frameworks and scalable learning experiences. They define skill standards, measure competency, identify performance gaps, and develop engaging digital content and learning pathways that support a self-driven learning culture. They are skilled in instructional design, digital content creation, and adult learning strategies and can connect employee development with organizational impact.

The role is based in our Malaysia office. In case of relocation, we offer full relocation support for you and your family to make your move smooth and worry-free.

What you'll actually do

Skill Framework Development & Analysis

• Identify, define, and document core and advanced skills required for Support and CRM roles, in line with company objectives (e.g., proactivity, de-escalation).
• Develop skill standards and scalable measurement methods (rubrics, observable behaviors, performance indicators).
• Collaborate with operations leaders to ensure skills reflect real-world challenges and client expectations.
• Conduct skill gap analysis using feedback, assessments, operational KPIs, and QA data.

Learning Program Design & Delivery

• Design and develop learning programs (e-learning, microlearning, simulation) that address key skill gaps and drive performance.
• Create structured learning paths that align with the Skill Matrix and allow employees to progress through self-driven development.
• Ensure all learning content reflects up-to-date product knowledge, client-facing best practices, and regional needs.
• Facilitate and deliver learning through a blend of asynchronous digital content, gamified challenges, and occasional live sessions if necessary.
• Assist in developing and standardizing feedback, recognition, and evaluation methods based on matrix outcomes.

Assessment, Evaluation, & Calibration

• Conduct or support baseline and ongoing skill assessments to evaluate learner progress and impact.
• Analyze assessment and feedback data to make recommendations for content improvement and skill standards refinement.
• Coordinate and participate in calibration sessions with Team Leaders from CS, CR and QA to align on skill interpretation and fairness.
• Support the creation of coaching guides for Team Leaders to deliver effective, standardized feedback.

Onboarding & Continuous Learning

• Deliver onboarding for new hires, ensuring they build product and behavioral competencies from the get go.
• Recommend and develop refresher or booster content based on recurring skill deficiencies or new product releases.
• Document learning plans, materials, and progress using appropriate platforms (LMS, Confluence, etc.).

Project Support & Innovation

• Collaborate on strategic initiatives such as AI simulation development, gamified learning design, and platform enhancements.
• Stay current on trends in e-learning, instructional design, and digital coaching.
• Support multiple learning and improvement projects simultaneously, contributing content, ideas, or execution as needed.
• Manage time and deliverables independently while reporting status clearly to stakeholders.

Who we’re looking for

• Willingness to relocate to Malaysia.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher qualification
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a training or instructional design role, ideally with exposure to digital learning environments
• Demonstrated experience in skill identification, standards creation, assessment, and gap analysis
• Proficient in e-learning authoring tools (e.g., Articulate Rise/Storyline, Canva, Figma) and comfortable with LMS platforms
• Excellent English communication skills—verbal, written, and visual
• Highly organized with the ability to manage projects, prioritize tasks, and deliver to deadlines
• Creative thinker with a growth mindset, passionate about learning innovation
• Experience in financial services or customer-facing industries is an advantage
• High attention to detail, strong problem-solving ability, and collaborative spirit
• Flexible, adaptable, and willing to work across time zones when needed
• Great attitude: We value how you work just as much as what you deliver

What we offer along the way

• Competitive salary and annual performance bonus
• Full relocation support for you and your family — flights, housing, visas, and legal assistance included
• Top-tier health insurance with full family coverage — medical, dental, vision, mental health — plus life insurance for peace of mind
• Unlimited learning opportunities: external courses, English lessons, career and leadership development
• Education allowance covering school and kindergarten fees
• 21 working days of annual leave, plus public holidays and fully paid sick, maternity, and paternity leave
• Employee appreciation program: branded gifts, birthday day-offs, celebration budgets for weddings, newborns, and milestones
• “Get to know Team” trips — meet colleagues across our global hubs, along with company-wide offsites that raise the bar
• Employee share scheme — grow with us

At Exness, we know that changing jobs - and changing countries - is a big step. That’s why relocation with Exness is different. We make it smooth, supported, and truly life-changing.

• Meal and transport allowance
• Free gym membership and monthly wellness allowance for your sport or fitness of choice
• Holiday flight and accommodation coverage after 1 year of service

What your journey looks like

1. Intro call with Recruiter (30 minutes)
2. English Assessment
3. Written Capability Test
4. Verbal Capability Test
5. E-Learning Design / Course Creation Assessment
6. Final Interview (60 minutes)

What it's like here

We share the real Exness experience - our people, ideas, moments, and everything in between.

Sounds like you? Apply.

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At Exness, we're an equal opportunity employer where every individual is valued. No matter your race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or disability, we welcome you. As an international fintech company, we embrace the richness of our diverse team, respecting each individual and promoting gender equality for all genders in our workforce.