Junior Digital Designer

THE ROLE

We are seeking a motivated and creative Junior Digital Designer to support the delivery of intuitive, visually appealing, and user-centred digital experiences across Next Energy Group's Technology & Digital Services (TDS) portfolio.

This role is designed as a development opportunity for an early-career designer looking to build practical experience in UX/UI design within a fast-paced, technology-led organisation. You will work under the guidance of experienced designers, engineers, and product managers to develop your skills while contributing to real business outcomes.

You will gain exposure to designing for web and mobile platforms, supporting the creation of consistent, accessible, and brand-aligned user experiences.

• Assist in translating business requirements and user needs into wireframes, mock-ups, and basic prototypes.
• Support the creation of user interface designs in line with established design systems and brand guidelines.
• Contribute to updating and maintaining design assets, component libraries, and documentation.

• Develop core UX/UI skills through hands‑on project work and structured learning.
• Build familiarity with design tools such as Figma.
• Learn and apply principles of user‑centred design, accessibility, and responsive design.

• Support user research activities, including surveys, interviews, and usability testing.
• Assist in gathering and analysing user feedback to inform design improvements.

• Work alongside product managers, engineers, and designers to understand project requirements.
• Participate in agile ceremonies, including stand‑ups and backlog discussions, as appropriate.
• Support design handover by preparing basic specifications and assets for development teams.

• Ensure design outputs align with Next Energy Group's brand identity.
• Support the creation of visual assets that communicate workflows, dashboards, and data clearly.

• Basic familiarity with design tools (Figma, Sketch, or similar) is desirable.
• Understanding of visual design principles such as layout, colour, and typography.
• Willingness to learn UX fundamentals and accessibility concepts (e.g. WCAG).
• Good communication skills and ability to collaborate within a team.
• Attention to detail and enthusiasm for improving user experiences.
• Passion for our mission 'to generate a more sustainable future by leading the transition to clean energy

Our values: be a leader, build trust, be responsible, be innovative and 'bring your alpha'.

• Educated to A-level (or equivalent) or currently pursuing/complete a relevant degree, apprenticeship, or course in design, digital media, or a related field.
• A strong interest in digital design, UX/UI, or related fields.
• A portfolio (academic, personal, or freelance) demonstrating interest in digital design is desirable but not essential.
• No prior professional experience required-this is a learning-focused role.
• Right to work in the UK.

• A busy role in a supportive team, with plenty of opportunities to learn
• International scope - we operate in over 8 countries
• Hybrid working - we will need you in the central London (Mayfair) office at least twice a week, but you will normally be able to work remotely for the remainder of the week
• 30 days' holiday per year (3 of which are taken during the festive shutdown in December)
• Private pension
• BUPA Healthcare for you and qualifying dependents
• Cycle to work and electric vehicle leasing schemes
• Annual discretionary bonus.

Our approach to diversity and inclusion is a natural extension of our values. Our entrepreneurial culture inspires us to try new things, be open to different viewpoints and be bold. Our Group is committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of connectedness that values difference and gives space for individual expression. The collective sum of our individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, innovation, self‑expression, and talent and hard work form the bedrock of who we are and who we aspire to be.

We are committed to equal employment and advancement opportunity irrespective of race, color, ancestry, social background, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability and gender identity.

Next Energy Group was founded in 2007 to become a leading market participant in the international solar sector. Since its inception, it has been ac