Job Description

Publicis Media is looking for a talented Learning & Development Manager to manage Publicis Media’s early career training program (PMTP), in coordination and partnership with the additional members of the L&D team. This contract role will help to oversee the conclusion of the Fall 2022 session (through mid-December), as well as the full cycle of planning and implementation of the Winter session (January – April 2023).

The Learning & Development Manager plays a critical role in the growth of Publicis Media’s employees, especially as they begin their media careers. The ideal candidate for this role will be passionate about employees’ growth, development, and coaching, feel at home in front of large audiences (in-person and virtually), possess excellent communication and presentation skills, is familiar with media fundamentals, and can comfortably and collaboratively work with cross-functional teams. This position reports directly to the Director, L&D.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Partner with other members of L&D team for ownership, strategic oversight, management, and administration of the PUBLICIS MEDIA TRAINING PROGRAM (PMTP)

• Design and facilitate select instructor-led training courses, including Soft Skills, Excel, Deck Design, and Media Fundamentals
• Lead the refresh and enhancement of existing training materials, in partnership with Subject Matter Experts, to update curriculum based on industry evolutions, business needs, and to ensure content is engaging and valuable for employees
• Mentor program participants during and after the program
• Recruit and onboard agency volunteers as instructors and mentors for supplementary program support
• Manage 5-10+ project groups per session (including supervising 10-20+ mid-level volunteers), offering strategic oversight, presentation skills feedback, and time management support
• Provide evaluations and feedback to each participant and their manager at the completion of the program
• Analyze survey results, and develop and implement new processes to enhance program performance
• Collaborate with HR and L&D teams on additional ad hoc programs and initiatives

Qualifications

• 3-4 years of relevant experience in L&D, Media, and/or Talent Management
• Familiarity with media industry preferred
• Experience in training and mentoring junior-level employees
• Excellent project management
• Deadline-driven and self-motivated for independent management of projects and ongoing programs
• A confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills: approachable, trustworthy, resourceful, creative, enthusiastic about employee development
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Exceptional presentation skills, with an ability to engage a range of audiences
• Positive, professional, and collaborative attitude
• Ability to interface with all levels of management
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
• Teams and/or Zoom platform knowledge preferred
• Accountability and flexibility
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.