Learning & Development Manager

Do you want to be a valued part of the critical infrastructure that serves communities across Europe and beyond? Are you looking for a position in which you can set direction for developing DFDS colleagues and help shape our company? If so, you could be the newest addition to our team as Learning & Development Manager.

Be part of the movement - and play your part.   

About the role  

DFDS is developing rapidly across Europe, Türkiye and Northern Africa. We have an ambitious climate action plan to reduce CO2 emissions – and we are determined to become an even more inclusive place to work. As a growing company, the need for alignment and scalability is apparent, and standardization and digitization are key priorities.

We are looking for an experienced Learning & Development Manager with strong expertise in two areas:

• Solid foundation in creating and facilitating development programmes, aligned with organisational goals


• Significant experience in working with digital learning solutions, including e-learning and Learning Management Systems (LMS)

Specifically, you will be working with the following areas:

DFDS Academy 

• Co-develop and co-drive specific content, utilizing relevant personal and leadership development frameworks/models to reflect business priorities and needs


• Advise on and implement new learning formats and trends


• Facilitate training programmes by




• Supporting and co-delivering parts of DFDS learning curriculum – e.g., leadership development and talent programmes


• Owning and delivering (co-delivering) general trainings towards employees, e.g., basic project management, AI adoption, etc.

Digital learning

• Drive our digital 2026-2027 learning roadmap


• Own and develop our portfolio of digital tools, such as learning platforms, simulations, platforms for creating e-learning, etc.


• Be process owner for our current Learning Management System, Skillsoft Percipio, incl. vendor management, reporting, promotion activities, etc.

Other

• Take part in day-to-day work in L&D team, incl. communications, administration and coordination of training calendar, reporting etc.


• Cooperate with local and central stakeholders, incl. our L&D digital learning community

As our new colleague, you will join the People Division, who supports DFDS’ overall strategy and works to ensure that DFDS becomes an even greater place to work. Specifically, you will be a part of the Learning & Development team and reporting to the Head of Learning & Development, within the Centre of Excellence – based in our new headquarter premises in Nordhavn, Copenhagen.

About you 

We believe the strongest teams are built on diversity and inclusivity. Contrasting opinions, varied skills and strong characters bring out the best in us all. 

The ideal person for this position will have the following qualifications:  

• Minimum 8 years of experience in Learning & Development, including facilitating / co-facilitating trainings, preferably both online and in person


• Proven experience with digital learning tools – coupled with curiosity around “what’s out there”


• Strategic, structured, and analytic mindset with strong prioritization and execution skills


• Strong project management skills, combined with solid communications and stakeholder management skills

Working at DFDS. Join the movement and grow with us. 

We promote a great workplace with a diverse and vibrant community and a healthy work/life balance. Our headquarters in Copenhagen is a unique, modern workplace. Here, we enjoy our own game room, fitness facilities, cantina and café and a rooftop terrace with a beautiful ocean view, all just 5 minutes from the nearest train & metro stations.

While you’re with us, we want you to develop – and we will encourage and support you in challenging yourself to acquire new skills and perspectives. 

Are we a match? Apply Now.  

 If you think your personality, skills, experience, and desire match this role, we’d love to hear from you. Please send us your CV as soon as possible and latest by Sunday, September 28th.

Do not hesitate to reach out to Holger Wichmann Riisgaard, Head of Learning & Development, at [email protected] or +45-5250 9690. The position will be filled as soon as possible.

We look forward to hearing from you.