Job Description

Learning Solutions Manager - Permanent - 60,000 - 70,000

Join us and be part of a mission-driven, independent publisher. You'll work with a diverse group of people who share a passion for empowering researchers, educators, and institutions to shape the future.

About Sage:

Sage is a global academic publisher of books, journals, and library resources with a growing range of technologies to enable discovery, access, and engagement. Believing that research and education are critical in shaping society, Sara Miller McCune founded Sage in 1965. Today, we are controlled by a group of trustees charged with maintaining our independence and mission indefinitely.


Our guaranteed independence means we're free to:

Do more

- supporting an equitable academic future, furthering disciplines that drive social change, and helping social and behavioural science make an impact

Work together

- building lasting relationships, championing diverse perspectives, and co-creating resources to transform teaching and learning

Think long-term

- experimenting, taking risks, and investing in new ideas

About our Team:

Our Talent practice is the driving force behind a thriving, high-performing workplace. We create progressive Talent Development and Learning initiatives that enrich the employee experience and empower every individual to build a meaningful career at Sage.


We design inclusive, scalable programmes that unlock growth, elevate performance, and deepen connection to work. By partnering with senior leadership, we aim to deliver bold, forward-thinking initiatives that fuel change and build lasting capability across the organisation.


Our team champions inclusivity and innovation. We harness emerging technologies and data-driven methodologies to craft impactful experiences that meet the evolving needs of our people.

Your new role:

You will lead the way in strategic development and championing the execution of forward-thinking learning initiatives that align with organisational goals.

Build and implement a forward-looking learning strategy aligned with business priorities. Oversee the development, curation, and delivery of inclusive, globally scalable learning experiences. Optimise budget utilisation using data and metrics to support decision making and showcase value from learning initiatives. Partner with leaders to develop learning that enhances performance and fosters growth. Develop and provide data-informed, user-focused learning solutions that reflect organisation priorities and result in tangible outcomes. Lead innovation in learning by integrating emerging technologies, AI, and new methodologies to enhance engagement and transform practice across the organisation. Lead and encourage a high-achieving team of Learning Specialists, promoting a culture of ongoing learning and experimentation.

Could you be our new Learning Solutions Manager? Are you?

Qualified in learning, talent development, or organisational development (e.g. CIPD Level 5), with proven experience leading strategic initiatives? A confident leader with a track record of leading learning teams and delivering transformation across global, sophisticated environments? Skilled in designing innovative, solution-focused learning programmes that drive business impact and capability building? Fluent in learning technologies such as LMSs, LXPs, analytics tools, and authoring platforms and able to harness AI and emerging tech to enhance learning? Data-savvy, with strong analytical skills to interpret feedback and shape strategic decisions? An exceptional communicator and influencer, able to engage senior leadership and build alignment across diverse teams and geographies?

Overview of benefits:

25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) with 2 additional floating personal days. Hybrid working up to 2 days per week in office and a home working allowance. Life assurance, income protection, and travel insurance. Private medical cover and access to the company doctor. Tuition scheme and support for pursuing professional qualifications, including access to Sage books and journals. Variety of snacks and beverages available in the office. Healthy lifestyle reimbursement and anniversary trips. Access to Company loans (season ticket loan, rental deposit loan, cycle loan).

We're a Disability Confident Employer (Level 1).

If you'd like to apply under this scheme, please let us know in your application.


We're committed to making our recruitment process accessible and inclusive. If you'd like to request reasonable adjustments, please email humanresources@sagepub.co.uk. Please note we only accept applications via email if an adjustment has been agreed.

Closing date for applications: Friday 14th November 2025

To ensure we can give each application the attention it deserves, we may consider bringing the closing date forward. Therefore, we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible to ensure it is considered.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

At Sage, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and to sustaining a culture that celebrates diversity, encourages authenticity, and builds a deep sense of belonging. We encourage applications from all members of society irrespective of age, disability, sex or gender identity, sexual orientation, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion, or belief as crafting value through diversity is what makes us strong.