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D2L

Subscription-based online learning platform for education

Proposal Manager

Full-Time
£46k - £60.5k/yr+ Equity Grants + Variable Incentive
Mid
Bachelor's
Remote in UK+1 moreMore locations: London, UK
Remote
Project & Program ManagementProposal Management

About the job

Requirements
  • At least 2 years of experience in a fast-paced, high-volume writing environment.
  • Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
  • Ability to effectively use artificial-intelligence-enabled tools and emerging best practices to support proposal writing, content development, operational efficiency, and high-quality deliverables.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team while adhering to strict deadlines.
Responsibilities
  • Support the global Revenue organization by writing creative and compelling proactive and unsolicited proposals, pitch documents, presentation leave-behinds, and other custom sales collateral that differentiates the company from competitors and helps generate new business.
  • Manage the creation of multiple sales documents on tight schedules and under elevated pressure.
  • Perform writing and editing to ensure sales documents are interesting, compelling, succinct, and error-free.
  • Enforce approved style guidelines and ensure a consistent look and feel across outgoing documents.
  • Contribute to the expansion and enhancement of the custom request program.
  • Identify opportunities for efficiency, including creating repeatable, self-serve templates, and improve productivity.
  • Work cross-functionally with subject matter experts to create sales documents while maintaining a technical understanding of product and service offerings.
  • Facilitate document reviews.
  • Provide feedback on content library articles and contribute new content articles.
  • Develop and cultivate relationships with relevant areas of the business to strengthen partnerships and team success.
  • Review and edit cover letters, executive summaries, and other key parts of proposals, and provide guidance on their creation as needed.
  • Work with Proposal team members to create and improve best practices that support successful and efficient team operations.
  • Manage and support operational activities, including building how-to resources, updating team templates, and supporting content initiatives.
  • Complete special projects as assigned.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience in the high-tech industry.
  • Experience writing persuasive documents.
  • Experience with proposal automation software.
  • Bachelor's degree, preferably in Business, Technical Writing, English, Communications, or Journalism.

About the company

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D2L

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Brightspace LMS by D2L is a cloud-based learning management system for K-12, higher education, and corporate training. It runs on a subscription model where institutions pay recurring fees for core tools like course management, assessments, performance tracking, and student engagement, with optional add-ons. The platform enables teachers to create and manage courses while learners access materials, complete assignments, and receive feedback in one centralized system. D2L differentiates itself with a large global user base, multi-sector support, and ongoing updates and support to help customers succeed, with a goal of improving learning outcomes through a reliable, adaptable digital education platform.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Kitchener, Canada

Founded

1999

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What believers are saying

  • Second-quarter fiscal 2027 ARR hit $223.4 million on July 31, 2026, up 5%.
  • Ex-K-12 ARR grew 10% year over year, showing core higher-ed and corporate strength.
  • Free cash flow reached $28.5 million and cash was $106.4 million, with no debt.

What critics are saying

  • U.S. K-12 churn cut Q2 revenue growth to 2%, and management expects normalization after Q3.
  • Canvas, Blackboard, Moodle, and Google Classroom squeeze pricing during district and university renewals.
  • If AI copilots commoditize LMS workflows by 2027, Brightspace becomes a feature, not a moat.

What makes D2L unique

  • Brightspace spans higher education, K-12, corporate learning, and continuing education with API-first integrations.
  • September 2026 Lumi Assistant embeds responsible AI inside Brightspace, requiring explicit human approval.
  • UNSW, uOttawa, and JGU renewed long-term contracts in September 2026, validating platform stickiness.

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Benefits

  • Flexible Work Hours
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Paid Vacation
  • Mental Health Support
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Paid Volunteer Days
  • Phone/Internet Stipend
  • Wellness Program

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2 year growth

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PR Newswire
Oct 28th, 2026
D2L Launch Week showcases latest learning innovations.

D2L Launch Week showcases latest learning innovations. Oct 28, 2026, 10:00 ET Virtual event highlighted customer perspectives and key learning platform releases TORONTO, Oct. 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - D2L, a global leader in learning innovation, hosted its second Launch Week: Intelligent by Design, a three-day virtual event showcasing the company's latest product innovations and their impact across K-12, higher education and corporate learning. Through live demonstrations, customer showcases and panel discussions, Launch Week explored how D2L is advancing purposeful AI, streamlining content creation and making it easier for organizations to deliver personalized learning experiences at scale. "Our customers are looking for learning that is intelligent by design: intentional in how it uses AI, practical in how it supports educators and administrators, and connected across the learning environment," said Christian Pantel, Chief Product Officer at D2L. "Launch Week brought that vision to life by showing how the latest updates to D2L Lumi, D2L Createspace and D2L Brightspace help organizations create more engaging learning experiences, manage learning more effectively and build the skills learners need to achieve meaningful outcomes." Advancing purposeful AI D2L Lumi enhancements are designed to empower organizations and learners with more engaging, relevant and trusted learning experiences: * Organizations can manage trusted knowledge sources in one place, helping them keep information current and control how it is used across D2L Lumi experiences. * D2L Lumi Learner Mode now integrates interactive H5P activities, giving learners more ways to practice and reinforce course content alongside text-based questions. Creating and managing content at scale The latest D2L Createspace capabilities can help teams create, organize and manage content more efficiently: * A centralized environment that is designed to bring learning materials, content and assets together, making it easier for teams to organize, manage and reuse content across courses and programs. * Enhanced permissions, versioning and deployment tools help organizations manage content consistently as it is updated and distributed across learning experiences. Supporting administrators and learners Updates to D2L Brightspace are designed to simplify administration while giving learners greater visibility into their work: * Bulk Editing helps administrators manage groups more efficiently, particularly across larger and more complex learning programs. * Expanded Distributed Administration capabilities help organizations scale administration responsibilities across campuses, departments, regions and business units. * The 'Work To Do' widget gives learners a clearer view of coursework, deadlines and overdue activities, helping them stay focused and on track. If you missed D2L Launch Week, you can explore the latest product updates and learn more about D2L's approach to learning innovation. About D2L D2L is transforming the way the world learns, helping learners achieve more than they dreamed possible. Working closely with customers all over the world, D2L is on a mission to make learning more inspiring, engaging and human. Find out how D2L helps transform lives and delivers outstanding learning outcomes in K-12, higher education and businesses. X: @D2L (C) 2026 D2L Corporation. The D2L family of companies includes D2L Inc., D2L Corporation, D2L Ltd, D2L Australia Pty Ltd, D2L Europe Ltd, D2L Asia Pte Ltd, D2L India Pvt Ltd, D2L Brasil Soluções de Tecnologia para Educação Ltda and D2L Sistemas de Aprendizaje Innovadores, S. D2 R.L de C.V., and H5P Group AS. All D2L and H5P marks are owned by the D2L group of companies. Please visit D2L.com/trademarks for a list of D2L marks. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. SOURCE D2L Corporation

D2L
Oct 27th, 2026
DeVry University selects D2L Brightspace to launch next-gen competency-based digital learning.

DeVry University selects D2L Brightspace to launch next-gen competency-based digital learning. Leading higher education institution selects D2L to deliver more personalized, AI-powered experiences. D2L, a global leader in learning innovation, today announced that DeVry University has selected D2L Brightspace to support its new competency-based education (CBE) model, providing a more flexible, personalized learning experience. Technology and innovation have shaped DeVry University's academic identity for 95 years. As an early adopter of online education, the university has earned recognition from Newsweek's America's Top Online Colleges and Niche's Best Colleges for Information and Technology in America, reflecting its commitment to academic excellence and career-focused education. Building on this legacy, DeVry's use of D2L's platform will advance a modern CBE learning environment featuring adaptive pathways, personalized experiences and data-driven insights to support student success. "The learner mindset is changing, and they increasingly expect an education that builds on their prior knowledge, provides flexibility around work and life, and delivers meaningful outcomes. Our partnership with D2L advances DeVry-Keller Fast Track by combining our academic rigor with a modern AI platform designed to support high-quality instruction and personalized learning." Jason Horne Chief Strategy and Transformation Officer at DeVry University DeVry's CBE model is anticipated to be available for learners on D2L Brightspace in November 2026, leveraging the following solutions to deliver more engaging and flexible online learning experiences: * D2L Brightspace: An award-winning learning platform, designed to help educators create interactive content, deliver more personalized learning and monitor learner progress. * D2L Lumi: An AI-native offering that supports learners with personalized study recommendations and helps educators and instructional designers efficiently build more immersive content aligned to learning outcomes. * D2L Creator+: A dynamic content creation tool that integrates 50+ interactive content types with H5P to support more engaging and accessible learning experiences. * D2L Performance+: A robust analytics dashboard that helps deliver actionable insights into learner engagement, success and retention - empowering instructors to make data-informed decisions. "DeVry University has a long history of innovation, and we're proud to support their move to competency-based learning," said John Baker, President and CEO at D2L. "With technology that is flexible, scalable and built around mastery, we're helping learners progress based on achievement and not just seat-time. Together, we're shaping a future where education is more personalized, accessible and directly connected to real-world skills." Earlier this year, DeVry University was named to the GSV 150 list alongside D2L, recognizing the institution among the world's most transformational companies in digital learning and workforce skills. About DeVry University DeVry University strives to close society's opportunity gap and address emerging talent needs by preparing learners to thrive in careers shaped by continuous technological change. Founded in 1931, the university offers undergraduate and graduate programs onsite and online in Business, Healthcare and Technology. DeVry University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission (HLC). The university's Keller Graduate School of Management is included in this accreditation. To learn more, visit DeVry.edu. About D2L D2L is transforming the way the world learns, helping learners achieve more than they dreamed possible. Working closely with customers all over the world, D2L is on a mission to make learning more inspiring, engaging and human. Find out how D2L helps transform lives and delivers outstanding learning outcomes in K-12, higher education and businesses. D2L media contact. (C) 2026 D2L Corporation. The D2L family of companies includes D2L Inc., D2L Corporation, D2L Ltd, D2L Australia Pty Ltd, D2L Europe Ltd, D2L Asia Pte Ltd, D2L India Pvt Ltd, D2L Brasil Soluções de Tecnologia para Educação Ltda and D2L Sistemas de Aprendizaje Innovadores, S. D2 R.L de C.V., and H5P Group AS. All D2L and H5P marks are owned by the D2L group of companies. Please visit D2L.com/trademarks for a list of D2L marks. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

D2L
Oct 7th, 2026
D2L named a Leader across 11 G2 Fall 2026 Reports.

D2L named a Leader across 11 G2 Fall 2026 Reports. D2L Brightspace receives multiple badges as a leading learning platform by customers worldwide. D2L, a global leader in learning innovation, today announced that D2L Brightspace was recognized with 11 badges in G2's Fall 2026 Reports. D2L was named a Leader across G2's corporate, regional and LMS Grid Reports, placing it among the highest-rated LMS solutions based on verified customer reviews and market performance. "Recognition from G2 reflects the experiences of customers using D2L Brightspace every day to transform learning in their institutions and organizations. Their feedback reinforces our commitment to collaboration, innovation and providing the solutions and expertise needed to achieve their goals. We're proud to stand alongside our customers as they create more engaging, accessible and effective learning experiences." Brian Finnerty Chief Marketing Officer at D2L D2L Brightspace was named a Leader by G2 across 11 Fall 2026 Reports, including: * Regional Leader in Canada for Small-Business, Mid-Market and Overall * Leader in the Grid Report and Momentum Grid Report "Earning a Leader position in a G2 Report is highly competitive and rooted in verified customer reviews," said Godard Abel, co-founder and CEO, G2. "Congratulations to D2L for achieving this distinction. Buyers can be confident this ranking reflects the authentic experiences of real users." "Only about 10% of all vendors on G2 typically earn a spot in our quarterly Market Reports - making D2L's recognition a true accomplishment," said Eric Gilpin, President, GTM at G2. "This honor reflects the strong satisfaction of D2L's customers and the trust buyers place in G2's data-driven methodology." These awards add to D2L's growing list of accolades. View the full list of award-winning solutions and recognitions. About G2's Grid Reports G2's quarterly Grid Reports rank products using a proprietary algorithm based on verified user reviews and market presence data. Products in the Leader tier are rated highly by G2 users and hold substantial satisfaction and market presence scores. A product must receive a minimum number of approved, recent reviews to qualify for inclusion. To learn more, visit G2.com. About D2L D2L is transforming the way the world learns, helping learners achieve more than they dreamed possible. Working closely with customers all over the world, D2L is on a mission to make learning more inspiring, engaging and human. Find out how D2L helps transform lives and delivers outstanding learning outcomes in K-12, higher education and businesses. D2L media contact. (C) 2026 D2L Corporation. The D2L family of companies includes D2L Inc., D2L Corporation, D2L Ltd, D2L Australia Pty Ltd, D2L Europe Ltd, D2L Asia Pte Ltd, D2L India Pvt Ltd, D2L Brasil Soluções de Tecnologia para Educação Ltda and D2L Sistemas de Aprendizaje Innovadores, S. D2 R.L de C.V., and H5P Group AS. All D2L and H5P marks are owned by the D2L group of companies. Please visit D2L.com/trademarks for a list of D2L marks. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

Business News This Week
Sep 30th, 2026
D2L Connection: New Delhi brings together higher education leaders to explore the future of learning in India.

D2L Connection: New Delhi brings together higher education leaders to explore the future of learning in India. New Delhi, September 30: D2L a global leader in learning technology, brought together higher education leaders, educators, and innovators from across India at the D2L Connection: New Delhi event. Discussion explored the changing higher education landscape, role of technology in shaping more engaging, flexible and future-ready learning experiences, ensuring students are job-ready, supporting faculty, demonstrating quality, and strengthening the global competitiveness of institutions. Held on September 24 at the Shangri-La Eros New Delhi, the event brought together 100+ attendees across the higher education ecosystem to exchange perspectives on artificial intelligence, digital transformation, online and blended learning, accreditation readiness, learner engagement and institutional competitiveness. It also included sessions highlighting how institutions are using technology like D2L Brightspace to support their academic and strategic priorities across campus and online learning environments. Of particular interest was how institutions are moving beyond technology adoption towards building connected learning ecosystems that respond to evolving learner needs, empower educators, and support stronger academic and institutional outcomes. Discover more Business News Magazine Media Outreach Services Artificial intelligence and digital transformation emerged as key areas of discussion, with academic and technology leaders exploring how institutions can move from experimentation to practical and responsible applications of AI. Conversations focused on the importance of preparing faculty, supporting critical thinking, strengthening assessment practices and helping students develop the adaptability and skills required for a changing world. Accreditation readiness was another important theme, with leaders discussing how institutions can move beyond periodic evidence collection and embed continuous quality improvement into everyday teaching and learning practices. Digital learning environments can help institutions connect curriculum delivery, assessment, learner engagement and outcomes, while improving visibility and supporting more informed institutional decision-making. The event also examined the continued growth of online and blended learning in India and how institutions are using technology to scale learning, support faculty and create more consistent and engaging experiences for learners across different academic models. One of the key highlights of the event was the Learner Experience Session, where a student shared firsthand how D2L Brightspace supported their higher education journey. It brought the learner perspective to the center of the conversation and reinforced the importance of measuring digital transformation by its impact on learner engagement, confidence, progress, and success. "The conversations at the event have given us a great deal to reflect on, but the dialogue should not stop here. As the higher education landscape continues to evolve, it is important that we continue these conversations and explore how we can collectively shape what comes next," said Vivek Iyer, Managing Director, India, D2L. The event concluded with a focus on continued dialogue and collaboration across the higher education ecosystem. Participants were encouraged to keep exploring new approaches to learning and technology as institutions respond to changing learner expectations, evolving workforce needs, and the growing importance of global competitiveness. D2L Connection: New Delhi builds on D2L's continued commitment to supporting Indian institutions across campus, online and blended learning - enabling institutions to create personalised learning experiences, empower educators, support learners, and scale high-quality education across diverse academic environments.

PR Newswire
Sep 29th, 2026
D2L launches Lumi Assistant beta to streamline administrative tasks for educators with AI

D2L has launched a beta version of D2L Lumi Assistant, an AI-enhanced tool designed to help educators and course administrators streamline administrative and instructional workflows. The assistant, integrated within D2L Brightspace, provides a conversational interface to simplify complex tasks such as reviewing learner information, updating courses, and supporting bulk updates. The tool requires explicit user approval before completing actions, keeping humans in control. D2L is showcasing the technology at EDUCAUSE 2026 in Denver. "The real promise of AI in education is not the technology itself, but what it makes possible for the people who use it," said Dr Cristi Ford, chief learning officer at D2L. The company aims to create more space for educators to connect meaningfully with learners whilst improving operational efficiency.