We're looking for a Developer to join our HR Technology team on a 12 month FTC from NEXT Head Office in Leicestershire.
The Role: Our HR Development team is looking for a technical specialist to ensure the systems supporting our global workforce run with precision. You will act as a primary technical contact, bridging the gap between our people and the technology they use every day. Whether you are developing new features for our in-house platforms or providing vital support during seasonal events, your work directly impacts how we look after our colleagues. From day one, you will be part of a collaborative IT community where we encourage you to share your expertise and help shape our technical processes.
What You’ll Take On:
* Solve and Evolve: Investigate and resolve issues across more than 20 diverse HR systems to ensure our colleagues have the tools they need.
* User-Centric Design: Work closely with internal users to design and improve features that make our HR processes more efficient.
* Technical Support: Provide essential second-line support by identifying root causes of application defects and implementing effective fixes.
* System Health: Lead technical deployments and monitor system health, reacting quickly to server upgrades or performance needs.
* Quality Code: Build clean, reusable code that strengthens our core platforms and ensures long-term stability.
* Mentorship: Support the growth of the whole team by mentoring new colleagues, graduates, and placement students.
What You’ll Bring:
* Curiosity: The ability to learn new systems from scratch and quickly understand complex data flows.
* Problem Solving: A methodical approach to de-coding legacy systems and finding effective solutions.
* Clear Communication: The ability to speak confidently with both technical teams and business users.
* Collaboration: A mindset that enjoys helping others and contributes to a positive team environment.
* Flexibility: Strong organisational skills and the ability to provide support out-of-hours when the business needs it most.
Benefits:
* 25% off most NEXT, MADE, Lipsy, Gap and Victoria's Secret products (when purchased through NEXT)
* Company performance based bonus
* On-site Nursery available; OFSTED outstanding in all areas
* 10% off most partner brands & up to 15% off Branded Beauty
* Early VIP access to sale stock
* Access to fantastic discounts at our Staff Shops
* Restaurants with great food at amazing prices
* Access a digital GP and other free health and wellbeing services
* Free on-site parking
* Financial Wellbeing - Save, track and enhance your financial wellbeing
* Apprenticeship - Grow and develop on the job whilst gaining a qualification
* Direct to Work - Discount online and instore, collect your items the next day for free from your place of work or local store
* Support Networks - Access to Network Groups to empower and celebrate each other
* Wellhub - Discounted flexible monthly gym memberships, with apps, PT sessions and more
We aim to support all candidates during the application process and are happy to provide workplace adjustments when necessary. Should you need support with your application due to a disability or long‑term condition, feel free to get in touch with us by email headoffice_careers@next.co.uk (please include 'Workplace Adjustments' in the subject line), or call us on 0116 284 2486 and leave a voicemail.
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