Freelance Facilitator

Company Description ABSTRACT empowers Financial Services organizations to improve performance, become more effective, and harness the full potential of their people. Through award-winning learning and development programs, ABSTRACT focuses on making the corporate world fairer and better. Key areas of expertise include business growth, leadership essentials, career management, and democratised coaching.

The company partners with organizations that invest in their people’s unique strengths and perspectives while driving lasting behavioral change and performance improvement. ABSTRACT is motivated by a genuine passion for development and a strong track record of achieving tangible results.

Role Description The Freelance Facilitator is a contract role based on-site in London, Birmingham or Edinburgh delivering high-quality learning and development sessions for Financial Services clients. In this role, the facilitator leads interactive workshops and training programs across areas such as leadership, business growth, career management, and coaching skills. Day-to-day responsibilities include preparing session materials, adapting content to participant needs, and creating an inclusive, engaging learning environment.

The facilitator will manage group dynamics, encourage participation, capture feedback, and collaborate with ABSTRACT’s internal team to ensure consistent program delivery. The role also involves maintaining professional standards, aligning delivery with client objectives, and contributing insights to improve future sessions.

Qualifications

• Proven experience facilitating professional workshops, training sessions, or development programs, ideally within Financial Services or corporate environments.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage diverse groups and encourage active participation.
• Demonstrated ability to create inclusive, psychologically safe learning spaces that respect different perspectives and backgrounds.
• Experience in leadership development, business growth, coaching, or career management, with the ability to translate concepts into practical tools for participants.
• Skilled in adapting materials and delivery styles to different audiences and levels of seniority, including virtual and in-person formats.
• Excellent time management, reliability, and professionalism in managing contract-based work and client relationships.
• Relevant training, coaching, L&D certifications, or qualifications are highly beneficial.
• Availability to work on-site in London, Birmingham or Edinburgh and flexibility to deliver sessions on agreed dates and times.
• Must be able to give 5 days of availability a month.

Interview Process

• Virtual interview and facilitation
• Face-to-face facilitation accreditation 29th September in London