Description
Position at GroupM
About GroupM GroupM is WPP’s media investment group and the world’s leading media investment company with a mission to shape the next era of media where advertising works better for people. The company is responsible for more than $60 billion in annual media investment, as measured by the independent research bureau COMvergence. Through its global agencies Mindshare, Wavemaker, and EssenceMediacom and cross-channel performance (GroupM Nexus), GroupM leverages a unique combination of global scale, expertise, and innovation to generate sustained value for clients wherever they do business. The agencies that comprise GroupM are all global operations with leading market positions. The focus of GroupM is the intelligent application of physical and intellectual scale to benefit trading, innovation, and new communication services, to bring competitive advantage to our clients and our companies. For more information on GroupM, our agencies and WPP, please visit and Position OverviewLearning & Development Specialist for MENA. In this role, you’ll play a key part in shaping the future of learning and development across our region, working with top talent and collaborating with global leaders in the media industry. This is your chance to make a tangible impact by designing and delivering cutting-edge learning solutions that will elevate skills, foster growth, and future-proof our teams. Key ResponsibilitiesDesign & Deliver Impactful Learning Solutions:
Facilitate engaging training programs and workshops—both virtual and in-person—covering soft skills, personal development, and business systems. Collaborate with leadership to evolve and maintain a best-in-class learning curriculum that reflects the latest trends and business needs. Act as a trusted learning advisor, offering coaching and expert recommendations to individuals and teams. Stay ahead of learning trends and theories to create modern, engaging content that resonates with diverse learners.
Build Relationships & Drive Engagement:
Collaborate with internal stakeholders and market HR teams to understand training needs and deliver tailored solutions. Be a brand ambassador for L&D, promoting our programs and services to key business leaders across the MENA region. Connect with the wider EMEA Learning team to ensure a consistent and collaborative approach to training.
Measure Success & Drive Results:
Use data and analytics to evaluate the impact of learning initiatives and identify areas for improvement. Prepare reports and insights to share progress with stakeholders and inform future decision-making.
Skills & Experience
Bilingual Fluency: Proficiency in Arabic (written & verbal) is ideal.
Experience: 2–3 years within the media industry, either in a media-focused role or within Learning & Development. A genuine passion for learning is essential.
Tech-Savvy: Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, plus expertise in creating modern learning content.
Facilitation Excellence: Proven ability to lead impactful training sessions, both in-person and virtually. *
Stakeholder Management: Exceptional relationship-building skills to engage effectively with colleagues and business leaders at all levels.
