Content Manager

LinkedIn • Sunnyvale, CA

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Content Manager is a high-velocity deal-maker, strategic executor, and learning innovator who rapidly expands LinkedIn Learning's content portfolio by identifying market opportunities, building expert relationships, and closing high-impact partnerships. You thrive in ambiguity, move fast without sacrificing quality, and bring deep domain expertise to drive content strategy in a fast-changing learning landscape. This role requires someone who can think holistically about portfolio needs while executing tactically on individual deals and innovating new learning experiences that meet professionals where they are. You'll leverage data to inform decisions, use AI to accelerate workflows, experiment with emerging formats, and build a network of top-tier practitioners who trust you to bring their expertise to millions of learners. Speed, strategic judgment, innovation, and collaboration are non-negotiable. The ideal candidate has domain expertise in business a growth mindset that embraces change, and a proven track record of closing deals and launching new learning experiences in dynamic environments. This position reports to the Director of Content Strategy.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in editorial, content development, acquisitions, business development, or related roles
• BA/BS degree in Business or a related field, or equivalent experience

Nice To Haves

• Existing network of practitioners and thought leaders in your domain who trust you and take your calls
• Experience in learning technology, educational content, media, or professional development
• Track record of launching content programs, formats, or products from 0 to 1
• Familiarity with LinkedIn Learning's platform, content, and enterprise customer needs
• Understanding of adult learning principles, instructional design, and learning science
• Experience working in fast-growth or high-change environments
• Background in creator economy, media innovation, or emerging content formats
• Deep domain expertise in business with an active network of practitioners and thought leaders
• Proven deal-making ability: You've successfully negotiated partnerships, closed acquisitions, and built relationships that drive business outcomes
• Innovation track record: You've launched new content formats, learning experiences, or programs that broke from convention and delivered results
• Data-driven decision-making: You use analytics, performance metrics, and market intelligence to inform strategy and prioritize ruthlessly
• Portfolio management experience: You think holistically about content ecosystems, not just individual projects
• High-velocity execution: You thrive under pressure, manage multiple concurrent deals, and deliver results on tight timelines
• AI/LLM proficiency: You leverage generative AI for rapid ideation, prototyping, and workflow acceleration
• Growth mindset: You embrace ambiguity, learn quickly, and adapt to change without losing momentum
• Learner-centric thinking: You understand how professionals actually consume content and design experiences that meet them where they are
• Exceptional collaboration skills: You build trust across teams, navigate organizational complexity, and get things done through influence
• Outstanding communication: You're equally effective in writing, presenting, and relationship-building conversations
• Self-starter mentality: You take initiative, solve problems independently, and don't wait for perfect information to act

Responsibilities

• Drive Rapid, Data-Informed Portfolio Growth
• Innovate New Learning Experiences
• Execute High-Velocity Deal Creation & Negotiation
• Leverage AI & Technology for Speed & Scale
• Bring Deep Domain Expertise
• Collaborate Across the Organization
• Navigate Ambiguity & Change

Benefits

• The total compensation package for this position may also include annual performance bonus, stock, benefits and/or other applicable incentive compensation plans.
• For more information, visit https://careers.linkedin.com/benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level