Job Description
As a Digital Learning Specialist within our Head Office, you will make a significant impact on our in-house Talent & Development by helping to build a truly innovative digital learning environment for NEXT employees.
Day-to-day, you will be hands-on in designing, developing, and producing a wide range of engaging digital learning content, from e-learning modules and animations to interactive videos and resources. You will work closely with the Digital Learning Lead, subject matter experts, and other stakeholders to ensure our T&D team meets project requirements and actively enhance the overall learning experience.
This is an excellent opportunity for a creative and technically skilled individual to push boundaries and bring fresh ideas to life during a 12 month Maternity cover.
What You'll Take On
- Design, develop, and produce a wide range of engaging learning resources, including Adobe Express PDFs, e-learning modules, animations, videos, and interactive content.
- Support the day-to-day administration of our Learning Experience Platform (Thrive Learning) by consistently uploading, organising, and maintaining content.
- Produce accurate reports using the Thrive reporting suite and create L&D data dashboards.
- Identify and quickly address technical issues or design challenges related to e-learning content and digital platforms.
- Stay informed about new trends, tools, and best practices in e-learning to contribute ideas for continuous improvement and engaging learning solutions.
What you'll bring
- Demonstrable experience in both the creation and editing of engaging e-learning content.
- Practical experience working with a Learning Management System (LMS) or Learning Experience Platform (LXP).
- Proficiency in G-Suite and Adobe Creative Suite, including tools such as InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Premier Pro, After Effects, and Adobe Express.
- The agility to manage multiple projects simultaneously, adapt quickly to changing priorities, and confidently deliver high-quality work on time.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, paired with a dedicated customer focus to meet the needs of learners and internal stakeholders.
- Self-motivation and the ability to work independently, manage your own workload effectively, and execute project plans with close attention to detail.
- While not essential, proficiency in Articulate 360/Rise or Vyond Animation, experience in capturing and editing video content, or holding a recognised L&D qualification (such as CIPD or LPI) would be highly beneficial.
About Us
You know Next, but did you know we’re a FTSE-100 retail company employing over 44,000 people across the Next group. We’re the UK’s 2nd largest fashion retailer and for Kidswear we’re the market leader. At the last count we have over 450 stores, plus the Next Online and it’s now possible to buy on-line from over 80 countries around the world! So we’ve gone global!
About The Team
- 25% off most NEXT, MADE*, Lipsy*, Gap* and Victoria's Secret* products (*when purchased through NEXT)
- Company performance based bonus
- Sharesave scheme
- On-site Nursery available; OFSTED outstanding in all areas
- 10% off most partner brands & up to 15% off Branded Beauty
- Early VIP access to sale stock
- Access to fantastic discounts at our Staff Shops
- Restaurants with great food at amazing prices
- Access a digital GP and other free health and wellbeing services
- Free on-site parking
- Financial Wellbeing - Save, track and enhance your financial wellbeing
- Apprenticeship - Grow and develop on the job whilst gaining a qualification
- Direct to Work - Discount online and instore, collect your items the next day for free from your place of work or local store
- Support Networks - Access to Network Groups to empower and celebrate each other
- Wellhub - Discounted flexible monthly gym memberships, with apps, PT sessions and more
Conditions apply to all benefits. These benefits are discretionary and subject to change.
We aim to support all candidates during the application process and are happy to provide workplace adjustments when necessary. Should you need support with your application due to a disability or long-term condition, feel free to get in touch with us by email headoffice_careers@next.co.uk (please include 'Workplace Adjustments' in the subject line), or call us on 0116 284 2486 and leave a voicemail.
