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Job Description
About the Role:
Are you a creative and technically skilled individual passionate about digital learning? NEXT is looking for an e-Learning Specialist to join our Talent & Development team at our Head Office in the UK! This is an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact on our learning landscape and contribute to building an innovative digital learning environment for Head Office team members.
As an e-Learning Specialist, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and producing a wide range of engaging digital learning resources, including e-learning modules, animations, videos, interactive content, and various digital formats. You will utilize a diverse set of e-learning tools and software, translating learning objectives into effective storyboards and scripts, ensuring content is clear, concise, and aligns with instructional design principles.
You will also support the day-to-day administration of our Learning Experience Platform (LXP) by uploading, organizing, and maintaining content, and responding to user queries. Quality assurance and compliance will be key, as you'll be responsible for checking the accuracy, quality, and compliance of all developed learning materials before deployment. We encourage innovation and research, looking for someone who stays informed about new trends and contributes ideas for continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and produce engaging digital learning resources, including e-learning modules, animations, videos, and interactive content.
- Utilize e-learning tools and software such as Adobe Express, G-Suite, Articulate 360 (Rise/Storyline), and Vyond Animation.
- Translate learning objectives into effective storyboards and scripts.
- Support LXP administration, including content upload, organization, and maintenance.
- Ensure accuracy, quality, and compliance of all developed learning materials.
- Stay informed about new trends and contribute ideas for continuous improvement in e-learning.
- Collaborate with the Digital Learning Lead and subject matter experts.
- Identify and address technical issues or design challenges.
Core Competencies We're Looking For:
- Creativity: A natural ability to generate new and unique ideas for digital learning.
- Agility: Capable of managing multiple projects, adapting to changing priorities, and delivering high-quality work on time.
- Customer Focus: Dedicated to meeting the needs of learners and stakeholders, using feedback for improvement.
- Project Execution: Strong ability to execute project plans with attention to detail and high standards.
- Digital Proficiency: A strong aptitude for learning and mastering new digital tools and platforms.
About You:
Essential:
- Proficiency in some or all of: Adobe Creative Suite (e.g., InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Premier Pro, After Effects, Adobe Express), G-Suite (Google Vids), Articulate 360 (Storyline/Rise).
- Demonstrable experience in storyboarding, scripting, and editing for e-learning content.
- Practical experience working with a Learning Management System (LMS/LXP).
- Ability to design and create engaging digital learning content.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Self-motivated, with the ability to work independently and manage own workload effectively.
Desirable:
- Proficiency in Vyond Animation, Google Data Studio, Page Tiger.
- Experience capturing and editing video/film content for learning.
- Recognised L&D qualification (e.g., CIPD, LPI) or relevant certification in instructional design or e-learning development.
About Us
You know Next, but did you know we’re a FTSE-100 retail company employing over 35,000 people across the UK and Ireland. We’re the UK’s 2nd largest fashion retailer and for Kidswear we’re the market leader. At the last count we have over 500 stores, plus the Next Online and it’s now possible to buy on-line from over 70 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
[email protected] (please include 'Workplace Adjustments' in the subject line), or call us on 0116 284 2486 and leave a voicemail.