Digital Learning Associate

Digital Learning Associate

Competitive + Bonus + Benefits

Manchester, UK

Permanent Full Time

Are you looking to launch your career in digital learning? We’re on the lookout for an enthusiastic Digital Learning Associate to join our Learning & Development (L&D) team at IRIS Software Group. Whether you’re a recent graduate or someone passionate about learning technology, this entry-level role offers the perfect chance to build your skills, work on meaningful projects, and make a real impact.

We’ll also sponsor you to complete a Digital Learning Manager apprenticeship with Apprentify, where you’ll gain a Professional Diploma in Digital Learning Design. (Please note, you’ll need to live in England to qualify for the apprenticeship.)

What Will You Be Doing?

As a Digital Learning Associate, you’ll:

• Manage our Learning Management System (LMS): Be the go-to expert for our Cornerstone platform, keeping it updated and helping colleagues use it effectively.
• Create engaging digital content: Design bespoke resources to support L&D projects and help colleagues grow their skills.
• Support leadership programmes: Help organise key initiatives like our Leading with IMPACT and CMI programmes.
• Plan key events: Take charge of events like our annual graduation and apprenticeship week, while promoting them through internal and external channels.
• Share insights: Create dashboards, reports, and visuals to showcase the success of our programmes.
• Collaborate and innovate: Work with the team to support our career framework rollout and improve the learning experience across the business.

What Are We Looking For?

We’d love to hear from you if you:

• Have strong organisational skills to manage events, tasks, and deadlines.
• Are tech-savvy and eager to learn, especially with LMS platforms.
• Have a creative mindset to design engaging content and bring fresh ideas to life.
• Pay attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in reports, dashboards, and updates.
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, to collaborate with colleagues and share updates.
• Are a team player who thrives in a collaborative environment.
• Are adaptable and open to tackling new challenges with a positive attitude.
• Take initiative and are ready to own your work and deliver results.

Why Join IRIS?

• Learn while you work: Gain hands-on experience and a recognised qualification through our apprenticeship programme.
• Make an IMPACT: Play a key role in driving innovation and shaping the future of learning.
• Collaborate and grow: Work with a supportive, friendly team and build skills that will stay with you throughout your career.

How to Apply?

Here’s what to expect from our application process:

1. Apply Online: Submit your CV and answer a few quick questions to get started.
2. Short Online Exercises: Complete two brief tasks to showcase your problem-solving skills and working style. These help us learn more about you and ensure this role is the perfect fit—plus, it’s your chance to shine!
3. Pre-Recorded Video Interview: In a quick 5-10 minute video, tell us more about yourself and why you’re excited about the role. Relax, be yourself, and have fun—it’s all about helping us get to know you better!
4. Talent Team Discussion: Following your video interview, chat with a member of our Talent Team to dive deeper into your experiences and ask any questions you have about the role or IRIS.
5. Experience Day: Join us on 17 December at our Manchester office (M1 4DY). This interactive and fun day is all about YOU. Showcase your skills, meet the team, and experience why IRIS is such a great place to work.

We’re committed to creating an inclusive and supportive application process. If you need any adjustments or have specific requirements, please let us know - we’re here to help.

Don’t miss this opportunity to start an exciting career with IRIS. Apply now and let’s build the future of learning together!

Who are we?

IRIS Software Group is one of the UK’s largest privately held software companies. Its purpose is to be the most trusted provider of mission-critical software and services, ensuring customers get it right first time, every time.

IRIS takes the pain out of processes and let professionals working in businesses and schools focus on the work they love. Its software solutions and services for finance, HR and payroll teams, educational organisations, and accountancy firms helps comply with regulations, drive productivity and better engage with key stakeholders. Through simplifying, automating and providing insights on everyday mission-critical tasks for organisations of all shapes and sizes, IRIS ensures customers can look forward with certainty and confidence.

IRIS has over 120,000 UK and international customers with 80% having a tenure of five or more years. IRIS is the largest third-party online filer with the UK Government. Ninety-one of the top 100 UK accountancy firms and 50 of the top 100 US CPA firms use IRIS software. Circa 20% of the UK’s workforce is paid by IRIS payroll offerings. More than 850,000 UK employees are managed by IRIS HR solutions. Over 11,000 UK schools and academies use IRIS, with four million parents and guardians using IRIS apps to connect with their children’s school; 300 million messages are delivered between schools and parents each year, and over £15 million transactional payments are processed every month. IRIS is placed 93rd in the Grant Thornton Sunday Times Top Track 250, which is compiled by Fast Track and published in The Sunday Times each September, celebrates Britain's private mid-market growth companies with the biggest performance.

Why you should apply…

We believe in creating a culture of engagement and reward to develop employee potential and offer long-term career success. So, what can we offer you?

• Competitive salary including quarterly commission scheme and bonus scheme
• 26 days holiday allowance
• Private medical healthcare
• Life assurance
• Pension
• Complimentary benefits, including Bike to Work and discount schemes