Learning Experience Designer

Secondments; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic learning solutions company in Johannesburg is seeking a Learning Experience Designer to create engaging learning programmes across various platforms. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree and over 6 years of experience in learning design. Responsibilities include designing impactful learning journeys and collaborating with stakeholders to address learning needs. This is a fantastic opportunity to shape the future of learning within the organization.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years’ experience in learning design.
• At least 3 years in aligning learning objectives with business goals.
• Proven ability to develop content across multiple platforms.

Responsibilities

• Design user-centred learning journeys aligning with business objectives.
• Collaborate with experts to analyse learning needs and create content.
• Develop engaging learning content using modern design principles.

Skills

User-centred design

Stakeholder management

Instructional design

Learning analytics

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Educational Sciences or Human Resources

Tools

Articulate Storyline

Canvas

Studio

Job description

SUMMARY :

Are you passionate about designing impactful learning experiences that drive real growth? Our company is looking for a Learning Experience Designer to lead the creation and development of engaging, high-quality learning programmes across classroom, digital, and blended platforms.

POSITION INFO : What you will do :

• Design user-centred learning journeys that align with our company’s strategic objectives, supporting both individual growth and organisational capability.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts, L&D professionals, and training officers to analyse learning needs, identify gaps, and create meaningful content solutions.
• Develop and implement engaging, accessible learning content—classroom-based, e-learning, and blended—using modern instructional design principles.
• Build high-impact curricula and structured programmes using multimedia, gamification, and interactive tools to boost engagement and retention.
• Manage and enhance our LMS (e.g., Articulate Storyline, Canvas, Studio), ensuring content is current, relevant, and easy to navigate.
• Use learning analytics and feedback to continuously improve the learner experience, adapting content based on data and behavioural insights.
• Stay ahead of emerging trends in education technology and apply them to enhance learning effectiveness and digital agility.
• Partner with internal stakeholders across business units to support upskilling, career development, and organisational learning needs.
• Ensure all learning programmes align with the company's policies, relevant legislation, and external funding requirements where applicable.

What we are looking for :

• Bachelor’s degree in Educational Sciences or Human Resources. (Postgrad a plus).
• Minimum 6 years’ experience in learning design, with at least 3 years in aligning learning objectives with business goals.
• Proven ability to develop and deliver content across multiple platforms, with solid knowledge of instructional design tools and LMSs.
• Strong stakeholder management and collaboration skills.

Bonus if you have :

Experience designing programmes in the public sector or professional services, especially within an auditing or compliance environment.

If you are ready to shape the future of learning with us, we would love to hear from you.