GD Resources · 1 month ago
Business Writing Training Consultant in Boston, MA - Hybrid / Remote Opening
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level
5+ years expGD Resources is seeking an experienced Business Writing Training Consultant to design and deliver a customized training program for their client. The consultant will be responsible for building and leading targeted writing trainings for various audiences, aiming to enhance clarity and effectiveness in written communications.
Information Technology & Services
Responsibilities
Design and deliver tailored business writing trainings for three core groups: executive-level writers, technical writers, and staff with general writing responsibilities (emails, reports, project plans, etc.)
Lead discovery session(s) with agency leadership and key stakeholders to understand current writing practices, pain points, and training goals, and use those insights to shape a customized training program
Develop a structured training curriculum totaling approximately 6 hours of instructor-led content per cohort, delivered across 2 to 6 sessions (for example, two 3-hour workshops, three 2-hour workshops, or six 1-hour sessions)
Recommend optimal class sizes and manage enrollment to keep groups at an effective learning size (e.g., 15–18 participants) to maximize participation, feedback, and practice time
Deliver engaging training sessions virtually (via Zoom, Teams, etc.), onsite at the Boston office, or through a hybrid format, using interactive exercises, real examples, and practical writing frameworks
Create materials, templates, and job aids that support executive-level writing (memos, summaries for senior leadership, external communications), technical writing (templates, narrative + analysis of complex topics), and general writing (emails, meeting notes, status reports, project plans)
Develop and administer pre-training and post-training writing assessments for each participant to measure skill improvements and training effectiveness
Provide structured, written and/or verbal feedback and 1:1 or small-group coaching on real writing samples submitted by participants, with options for deeper feedback for select staff as requested by the client
Analyze assessment results and observed writing samples to identify key strengths, recurring issues, and skill gaps across departments and staff levels
Prepare and present a comprehensive final assessment report to Multifamily leadership summarizing key challenges, trends, and opportunities in staff writing, along with clear recommendations and next steps for continued development
Coordinate schedules, logistics, and communications with internal points of contact to ensure smooth delivery, participant attendance, and timely follow-up
Maintain high standards of professionalism, confidentiality, and alignment with the agency’s mission, values, and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all training interactions
Qualification
Required
Proven experience (typically 5+ years) designing and delivering business writing, technical writing, or executive communication training for corporate, financial services, government, or nonprofit clients
Demonstrated ability to tailor training content for multiple audiences, including senior/executive leaders, technical staff, and general business staff with varied writing responsibilities
Strong background in business writing, technical writing, communications, English, education, instructional design, organizational development, or a related field; Bachelor's degree required
Hands-on experience creating curricula, slide decks, handouts, templates, and practical exercises that help adult learners apply new writing skills to real work products
Experience designing and using pre- and post-training assessments, rubrics, or evaluation tools to measure writing quality and learning outcomes
Comfort providing constructive, actionable feedback on writing samples, including executive summaries, technical reports, emails, memos, and other business documents
Excellent facilitation skills with the ability to lead interactive workshops both virtually and in person, keep participants engaged, and manage group dynamics
Strong understanding of plain language principles, audience-focused writing, clarity and conciseness, structure and flow, tone, and editing best practices
Ability to work as an independent consultant, manage timelines, meet milestones, and coordinate with client stakeholders over a one-year engagement with potential extension
Preferred
Advanced degree or relevant certification (e.g., CPTD, ATD, ICF, etc.) preferred
Prior work with public agencies, housing finance, affordable housing, or financial services organizations is highly desirable
Company
GD Resources
GD Resources is a forward-thinking, Women Veteran-Owned firm specializing in Business Management, Information Technology, Professional and Staffing Services.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Joseph G.
Chief Operations Officer
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