Learning & Development Manager

Gannett Co., Inc. (NYSE: GCI) is a diversified media company with expansive reach at the national and local level dedicated to empowering and enriching communities. We seek to inspire, inform, and connect audiences as a scalable, growth focused media and digital marketing solutions company. We endeavor to deliver essential content, marketing solutions, and experiences for curated audiences, advertisers, consumers, and stakeholders by leveraging our diverse teams and suite of products to enrich the local communities and businesses we serve. Our current portfolio of trusted media brands includes the USA TODAY NETWORK, comprised of the national publication, USA TODAY, and local media organizations in the United States, and Newsquest, a wholly-owned subsidiary operating in the United Kingdom. Our digital marketing solutions brand, LocaliQ, uses innovation and software to enable small and medium-sized businesses to grow, and USA TODAY NETWORK Ventures, our events division, creates impactful consumer engagements, promotions, and races. Gannett open roles are featured on various external job boards. When applying to a position at Gannett, you should be completing an application on Gannett Careers via Dayforce. Job postings directing you to complete an application on other external sites may not be valid. To connect with us, visit www.gannett.com

The Learning & Development Manager will be responsible for designing and delivering comprehensive onboarding and training programs for new cohorts of inside advertising sales professionals. This role requires a proactive approach to ensure new employees are well-equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in their roles. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in sales training, excellent communication skills, and a passion for helping others succeed.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement effective onboarding and training programs for new inside advertising sales hires.
• Leverage existing resources to create content and training curriculum.
• Conduct training sessions covering the advertising industry, sales techniques and call flow, product knowledge, and systems and tools.
• Proactively identify subject matter experts for content creation, feedback and training sessions or workshops.
• Provide ongoing support and mentorship to new hires during their onboarding period.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of training programs and iterate to keep pace with developments in the business.
• Create and maintain training materials and onboarding participant guides and ensure they remain up to date with the latest techniques and company offerings.
• Assess and report on the progress of new employees, providing feedback to both the employees and their managers.
• Facilitate a smooth transition for new hires into their roles, ensuring they feel welcomed and supported.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Education, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Proven experience in sales training or onboarding, preferably in the media or advertising industry.
• Strong understanding of inside advertising sales roles and requirements.
• Ability to work independently.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
• Experience using training software and tools.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• A passion for teaching and helping others succeed.

The annualized base salary for this role will range between $70,000 and $90,000. ?Base compensation is reflective of many factors, including, but not limited to, the market in which one lives/works, individual education level, skills, certifications and experience. Note: variable compensation is not reflected in these figures and based on the role, may be applicable.

Gannett Co., Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a diverse workforce. As such, we will consider all qualified applicants for employment and do not discriminate in connection with employment decisions on the basis of an applicant or employee’s race, color, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, citizenship status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, marital status, personal appearance (including height and weight), sexual orientation, family responsibilities, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), education, genetic characteristics or information, political affiliation, military or veteran status or other classifications protected by applicable federal, state and local laws in the jurisdictions where Gannett employs employees. In addition, Gannett Co., Inc. will provide applicants who require a reasonable accommodation, as a result of an applicant’s disability or religion, to complete this employment application and/or any other process in connection with an individuals’ application for employment with Gannett Co., Inc. Applicants who require such accommodation should contact Gannett Co., Inc.’s Recruitment Department at [email protected].