Junior Digital Learning Designer Nuneaton 2023

It's a really exciting time to be at Holland & Barrett. We are investing across all areas of our business with a vision of empowering our customers to live happier, healthier lives.

Our mission is to be the leading player in global wellness chosen by millions as their trusted partner for personalised wellness journeys. To achieve this goal, we are embarking on a radical transformation. We are recruiting top talent in all areas of our business, from Finance to Digital Marketing, from HR to IT, as well as new functions around Health and Wellness.

The Role

Have you got a background in design and are looking for something new, or perhaps you're a recent graduate looking for your first step on the career ladder? Have you ever thought about a career in learning design? Well we have a really exciting opportunity in our award winning team for a Junior Digital Learning Designer which could be for you!

You will be designing and developing engaging, on-brand digital and blended learning content across all areas of the H&B business, from product training, to our very own apprenticeship courses. You will create content in a variety of formats including infographics for additional training resources, PowerPoints, and workbooks. We will also train you up to get you using more advanced eLearning authoring tools too to give you the skills you need to succeed!

You will work closely with the rest of the Digital Learning team to produce all content, as well as working closely with the wider training and development team to ensure cohesive training is being delivered across the board. We are a very fast paced department, with new projects arising constantly with us being at the heart of the design and development – there are no 2 days the same in this job, that's for sure!

Our business USP is that all our staff are Qualified To Advise, and we play a vital part in making this happen. We also ensure all of our staff are fully training in compliance and sales, making sure everyone has the skills and knowledge to deliver great customer service, as well as give excellent and safe advice to our customers. On top of that we also provide a variety of wellness training for our colleagues – We are a world leader in health and wellbeing after all!

Key Accountabilities

• Designing additional training resources, both for our digital learning, and our classroom-based training as well. This may include activity sheets, PowerPoints, workbooks etc.
• Designing training comms about new and upcoming training to be sent out to the business
• Ensuring all learning solutions fulfil objectives in a clear, well written and creative manner
• Delivering all work in a timely manner to meet the ever-evolving needs of the business
• Closely working with the rest of the team, as well as relevant SMEs to produce accurate, high quality content
• Ensuring all designs are consistent across a variety of different styles
• Learning eLearning authoring tools and video editing software

The Person

• You need to be able to think creatively and come up with new concepts and ideas to ensure all content is portrayed in the most effective way
• Flexible and willing to learn new software and develop skills within the role
• Effective Communication – verbal, written, and active listening skills
• Be able to see your work through the eyes of the learner to assess its effectiveness
• You will be a natural problem solver with a strong attention to detail, consistency and accuracy
• Comfortable working within brand guidelines (we have 4 different training areas, each with its own style) whilst having the adaptability to make that brand work for the content and push it to the limit
• Flexibility and adaptability. You need to be able to manage your own workflow, and prioritise tasks to meet deadlines in a busy, fast-paced environment. We are an extremely busy department!
• Ability to communicate and collaborate with a diverse range of team members and stakeholders from all business areas
• Comfortable with working remotely/with remote teams

Essential

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, most importantly; Illustrator and InDesign.
• Comfortable writing content
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Office

Desirable

• Animation and motion graphic experience (Proficiency in After Effects)
• Video/Post-Production experience (Proficiency in Premiere Pro)
• Illustration experience including character creation
• Experience in using Vyond to create effective training videos
• Working knowledge of eLearning authoring tools, we use Articulate Storyline but if you use something else that's no problem either!

We Offer

• Learning and Development opportunity with Holland & Barrett is a great base for career development long term.
• Career progression
• Pension company contribution
• Your wellbeing is paramount so you can get away and take 28 or 33 Days Holiday per year (depending on role level)
• Refer and Earn Scheme - as we're growing you can earn money by referring people to join us from your network.
• Epic Extras gives you access to exclusive benefits, free advice and savings from a range of retailers and providers.
• Stay healthy with Discounted Products - from day one you'll get a 25% discount (on top of other promotions) when you shop at H&B on anything that you buy.
• We all need a little help sometimes, so we offer Free 24/7 Confidential Advice & Colleague Welfare.
• Mental Health First Aiders - we have lots of qualified Mental Health First Aiders because its all about your health & wellbeing.
• We have colleague Reward and Recognition Schemes, so your hard work and loyalty won't go unnoticed.
• And many more!

The Company

Holland & Barrett is one of the nation's most loved and trusted brands, known for offering quality health food, vitamins and supplements all sold by highly trained and qualified advisors.

Bucking the current trend of high street retailers, we forecast significant growth and expansion plans in the coming years, with considerable investment going into all areas of the business. We certainly embrace change and drive speed in everything we do. Every day presents a different challenge, but every day is also filled with fun, teamwork and passion to succeed and surpass every expectation.

Join us and see how far you can go.