Design Executive

TST; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-related bonus

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Learning allowance for books, courses,

Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 GP

Birthday day off

Life insurance

Regular wellbeing and social events

Work from home subsidy

Annual eye tests and subsidy on glass

Season ticket loan

Internal L&D offering

25 days’ annual leave + long service

Public holiday swap option

Job summary

TST in London SE1 is seeking a Design Executive to join the Design Team. You’ll support the team to design virtual and in-person high-impact learning experiences, using behavioural science and creativity to craft engaging sessions and learning collateral.

You’ll collaborate across the organisation, present solutions to clients, develop session designs, and help with proposals. The role offers hybrid working in central London, with a collaborative, ambitious culture and opportunities to work with

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in learning & development or related environment.
• Experience in immersive or experiential training is a plus.
• Experience writing for different audiences.
• Experience in client relationship building.
• Knowledge of learning and behavioural science principles is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design high-impact learning experiences – virtual and in-person – with support from the Design Team.
• Develop detailed session designs with content and production requirements.
• Create learning collateral – physical, digital and e-learning – with support from the Creative Team.
• Adapt writing styles for different audiences from Early Talent to leadership.
• Present learning solutions clearly to internal teams and clients.
• Collaborate across the organisation to deliver high-quality outcomes.
• Support proposals and pitch preparation.
• Build understanding of basic financial principles to support project delivery.
• Contribute to thought leadership and internal knowledge-building initiatives.
• Keep up to date with industry trends and market activity.

Skills

Behavioural science

Creativity

Storytelling

Writing

Analytical thinking

Time management

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Self-directed

Job description

At TST, we create learning experiences that are Designed to Stick.

By combining behavioural science, creativity, data and design, we help some of the world's leading organisations build capability, change behaviour and achieve lasting impact.

From global leadership programmes and immersive learning experiences to digital learning, executive events and talent transformation, no two projects are ever the same.

We’re looking for a Design Executive to join our Design Team.

As Design Executive, you’ll support the team to design both virtual and in-person high-impact learning experiences, building your knowledge of behavioural science and utilising your creativity. Day to day, you’ll contribute to session designs and learning collateral, present learning solutions to internal teams and clients, and work collaboratively with colleagues across TST.

Ideally you'll have 1-2 years of experience within a learning & development environment, with a creative flair and a love for writing and storytelling for different audiences.

With a collaborative central London office, regular socials & wellbeing initiatives, free snacks, a dog-friendly space, and hybrid working, we’ve got it all!

What you'll be doing

You’ll:

• Use behavioural science and creativity to design high-impact learning experiences – virtual and in-person – with support from the Design Team.
• Develop detailed session designs, including learning content and production requirements, in collaboration with the Design and Delivery Team.
• Create learning collateral – physical, digital and e-learning materials – with support from the Creative Team.
• Adapt writing styles to meet different audiences ranging from Early Talent through to leadership.
• Maintain knowledge of TST’s unique methodology and apply it to different client contexts.
• Present learning solutions clearly and confidently to internal teams and clients.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across the organisation to deliver high-quality outcomes.
• Live and demonstrate TST’s Values in day-to-day work.
• Contribute to building positive client relationships and communicating with key stakeholders.
• Support the creation of advisory reports, presentations and other client-facing materials.
• Assist team members with business development activities, including proposals and pitch preparation.
• Build an understanding of basic financial principles to support effective project delivery.
• Contribute to TST’s thought leadership and internal knowledge-building initiatives.
• Keep up to date with industry trends, news and market activity.

This role could be for you if you...

• Have a passion for learning and helping people think differently.
• Enjoy writing and crafting inspiring stories grounded in science and data.
• Bring a growth mindset.
• Combine analytical thinking with creative flair.
• Are self-driven, motivated and proactive in your approach.
• Are calm, adaptable and able to navigate change with ease.

You’ll also bring:

• Experience in, or knowledge of, immersive, experiential training and/or learning design.
• Experience within and/or a passion for the L&D/Talent Development space.
• Experience in writing for different audiences.
• Experience in client relationship building.
• Analytical thinking and ability to contribute to complex problem solving.
• The ability to bring ideas, insights and expertise to the team and the fast-paced environment in which we operate.
• The ability to remain calm under pressure and manage multiple projects and priorities, being self-directed in approach.
• The ability to adapt and respond well to change.
• High-quality communication and collaboration skills.
• Strong time management skills, attention to detail and creativity.
• Honest, open and co-operative, and exceptional in team settings.

It would be great if you also have:

• Knowledge of learning and behavioural science principles.

We're proud of the culture we've built.

You’ll be joining a collaborative, ambitious and supportive team that genuinely enjoys working together. We invest heavily in our people, encourage continuous learning and give our people the opportunity to work with some of the world's most recognisable brands on meaningful, varied and creative work.

Alongside a competitive salary, you’ll receive:

• Performance-related bonus
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Learning allowance for books, courses, podcasts and subscriptions
• Employee Assistance Programme (including 24/7 GP access)
• Birthday day off
• Life insurance
• Regular wellbeing and social events
• Work from home subsidy
• Annual eye tests and subsidy on glasses
• Season ticket loan
• Comprehensive internal L&D offering
• 25 days’ annual leave plus long service award up to 5 days, and option to purchase additional annual leave
• Public holiday swap option

Reports to: Design Manager

Location: London SE1 with hybrid working (with flexibility to attend the office at least once a week & ad hoc as required)