Academy & L&D Manager

We are looking for an Academy and L&D Manager to join our Amplifi Academy team, with a special focus on building and embedding our Growth Solutions learning strategy across Amplifi. This is a permanent role with hybrid working based out of Edinburgh, London, Manchester or Stafford.

Dentsu is an integrated growth and transformation partner to the world's leading organizations. The role will lead on a key business priority: strengthening commercial capability across Amplifi and embedding a Growth Solutions mindset across the organisation. The Amplifi Academy supports the development of 900+ individuals across specialist digital fields including Paid Search, SEO, Paid Social, Integrated Display, Retail Media and Commerce, Mobile and Digital Experience.

As Academy and L&D Manager, you will play a pivotal role in shaping how this population develops, collaborates and delivers value to clients. You will design and scale learning programmes that build commercial acumen, strengthen sales capability and support a shift from a delivery-focused mindset to one that combines delivery with growth and commercial impact. Working closely with Growth Solutions leadership, specialist teams and the Head of Academy, you will help deliver a joined‑up learning strategy that supports talent at every stage of their career, from entry level through to senior leadership. This is a strategic role focused on driving behavioural change at scale and ensuring our teams are equipped to deliver both operational excellence and commercial growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Partnering with the Head of Academy, Growth Solutions leadership and Specialism leads to implement a strategic L&D plan across all business levels.
• Designing, evolving and delivering a Growth Solutions learning programme focused on sales capability, commercial acumen and growth‑oriented behaviours.
• Facilitating key training sessions and ensuring consistent, high‑quality delivery across the organisation.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders across Growth Solutions, Operations and specialist digital teams.
• Aligning entry level, onboarding and experienced hire development into a consistent and joined‑up learning journey.
• Driving the evolution of training and development opportunities across all levels to support long‑term capability building.
• Increasing cross‑discipline exposure and understanding across Amplifi's specialist teams.
• Fostering a culture of learning through clear, accessible communication and well‑utilised learning channels.

Qualifications + Skills

We are open to candidates from one of two backgrounds:

• An experienced L&D leader with a track record of designing and delivering large‑scale learning programmes, ideally within a commercial or digital environment.
• A digital marketing or commercial leader with strong industry knowledge and experience developing people, capability, or training within a business context.

In addition, you will bring:

• Strong understanding of digital marketing disciplines and the commercial drivers behind them.
• Experience building stakeholder relationships at senior levels and influencing across teams.
• Proven ability to manage and deliver multiple projects with clarity and structure.
• Confidence facilitating training and engaging a range of audiences.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• High level of organisation and attention to detail.
• A proactive, self‑driven approach with a strong sense of ownership.

What we offer

This role can be based out of our Edinburgh, London, Manchester or Stafford offices on a hybrid working basis. As well as a competitive salary, you'll enjoy a benefits package that you can tailor to your needs.

Inclusion and Diversity

At Dentsu, we embrace diversity and inclusion, valuing the unique perspectives and contributions of every individual. We believe that diversity fuels creativity and innovation, benefiting our employees, partners, and communities. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of race, ethnicity, nationality, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, or any other protected characteristic.

Beyond recruitment, we strive to create an environment where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. We recognise the importance of work‑life balance and are open to discussing flexible working arrangements for all roles.