EF Education First

EF Education First in Torquay is looking for a proactive Summer Facilities Assistant to ensure a safe and welcoming campus for students and staff. The role involves maintaining facilities, providing IT support, and ensuring health and safety compliance. The ideal candidate will be hands-on, adaptable, and possess strong problem-solving skills. As part of a diverse team, you will enjoy opportunities for professional development within a vibrant educational environment.

EF Education First in Greater London is looking for a Student Services Manager to enhance the student experience and ensure their well-being. Responsibilities include managing operations, reception duties, and addressing welfare issues. Candidates should have management experience, strong communication skills, and the right to work in the UK. The role offers private health insurance, career growth opportunities, and an inclusive work environment with international exposure.

We're looking for a Senior UI Designer to lead digital design and website builds for EF English Live. You'll shape the future of our website, ecommerce flow and digital design language to drive engagement and improve ecommerce conversion through user centric design combined with EF's design philosophy, all with a mobile-first mindset. Location: London Position: Full-time (4 days per week in office) Reports to: Creative Director Who are we? EF English Live is powering next generation of English language learning for millions of students, worldwide. We're reinventing education through a combination of real EF teachers and AI language learning technology driving personalization, real-time feedback, and highly engaging digital features. Join us, and you'll be part of a passionate creative team launching some of the most exciting AI and Human led language learning solutions available today. What you'll do Lead UI design and development for EF English Lives website across mobile and desktop to drive engagement, signups and ecommerce growth. Utilize a diverse array of design techniques from concepts and wireframes, to designs and prototypes all in Figma. Build and maintain our website using our CMS platform Storyblok, ensuring accuracy, consistency and quality across all web touchpoints. Champion a user-centric approach to UI design using qualitative research and quantitative data from our user research teams to guide design decisions and iterations. Evolve our digital design system, UI components and graphics to elevate and unify all our brands digital touchpoints. Collaborate across teams and functions form creative and copy to tech and product. Present concepts, rationale and outcomes to senior leadership. Must-have hard skills Extremely high level of proficiency in design tools and methodologies, including but not limited to Figma, wireframing, workflow diagramming, and prototyping. CMS site-building experience: design and publishing content and pages within a CMS (Storyblok) 5-8 years professional UI/digital design experience. Ecommerce experience highly desirable. Mobile first designs are your bread and butter. You understand user flows, design psychology and an ability to wireframe and design solutions that drive engagement and ecommerce growth. Proven track record designing for A/B tests. Experience with design systems and scaling design across large sites for multiple languages. Must-have soft skills Concept-to-completion ownership with proactive problem-solving and high accountability. Clear, confident communication with cross-functional partners and non-creative stakeholders. Collaboration & feedback literacy-giving/receiving notes, iterating quickly. Organised & detail-obsessed, with strong prioritisation across multiple streams. Self-motivated and capable of thriving in a fast-paced, start-up like environment. Please include 4-6 examples that showcase: Wireframing and prototype designs with a clear understanding of the customer funnel. Examples designing and building component libraries for multi-language websites with component variations for A/B testing. London Office Free barista coffee in our on-site cafe Company socials and leadership talks to support networking and collaboration Free gym access to our office gym equipped with state-of-the-art cardio machines, free weights, Peloton bikes, and yoga studio Free yoga and pilates sessions Bring your dog to work days Cycle-to-work scheme - up to 45% off bike cost Annual office parties Discounts on EF products and from EF Pro Cycling partners King's Road Card - discounts for restaurants, shops and bars along King's Road

What You'll Be Building (Key Responsibilities & Outcomes) Design Systems & Unification Establish and scale the visual design system, motion principles, and component libraries that unify Efekta's learning ecosystem, ensuring unparalleled quality and consistency across every platform. Contribute to the global design language of Efekta, setting the standard for scalable design excellence and platform-agnostic performance. Creative Craft & Execution (Deep Specialization) Lead the creative development of visual themes for content, learning interfaces, and AI characters to ensure engagement and express the EF brand identity in innovative ways. Design and ship emotionally impactful digital learning experiences on web and mobile, maintaining the highest standards of accessibility and visual fidelity. Prototype and test sophisticated interactions and motion storytelling to enhance usability and delight. Produce polished visual assets, motion studies, and creative content that drive product decisions and inform high-level marketing collaborations. Strategy & Collaboration Drive the integration of Generative AI tools into the design pipeline, exploring novel creative directions and accelerating the speed of high-fidelity concepting. Partner closely with Learning Designers, Engineers, and Product Managers to forge cohesive user experiences that seamlessly merge strong, evidence-based pedagogy with market-leading design. The Designer We Need (Your Profile) While we expect all our designers to be T-shaped, having strong foundational skills in UX, UI, and design research, this role requires a deep specialization in visual craft, brand execution, & motion. The Master of Craft: You possess a truly elite visual aesthetic, a sharp eye for detail, composition, and motion storytelling. Your deepest passion lies in branding, character design, and creative content development, translating complex learning challenges into simple, emotive solutions. The Relentless Learner: You're a relentless advocate for the learner, always starting with the 'Why?' and driven by a mission to define the next generation of education. The Systems Thinker You thrive in both high-level vision setting and pixel-perfect execution, capable of balancing expansive imagination with the precision required to build scalable design systems. The Tool Power User: You leverage expert-level proficiency in Figma and the Adobe Creative Suite, actively leveraging generative AI tools to accelerate creative output. The Collaborative Force: You are organized, articulate, and communicative, seeking out close, cross-functional partnerships to deliver high-impact user experiences. Necessary Foundation (Role Requirements) Experience: 8+ years of professional experience designing and shipping digital products, apps, and content experiences at scale. Expertise: Expert-level proficiency in Figma and the Adobe Creative Suite, with a mastery of visual and motion design. Systems: Proven history of creating, maintaining, and scaling design systems and visual languages. Portfolio: A strong, articulate portfolio demonstrating a range of product strategy, visual identity, character design, and motion storytelling work. Eligibility: Must be eligible to work in the UK. Why Join Efekta (The Value Proposition) Massive Impact & Global Scale - You will have a direct hand in shaping the future of online education, impacting millions of learners globally and helping them achieve their language goals. London Studio Culture & Flexibility - We operate a Hybrid Model from our vibrant, central London office in Chelsea (SW3). Enjoy working alongside an amazing, multicultural team of engineers, academics, data scientists, and product leaders (4 days in-office, 1 day WFH). Diversity & Innovation - We believe diversity and inclusion are fundamental to driving innovation. We actively value the unique perspectives and contributions of individuals from all backgrounds to ensure every team member feels valued and empowered.

EF Education First is seeking a Senior UI Designer in London to lead digital design for EF English Live. You will enhance the website's user experience and ecommerce flow by combining user-centric design with EF's design philosophy. Responsibilities include building the website using Storyblok, evolving the digital design system, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. The role requires a strong background in UI design, particularly in mobile-first environments, with 5-8 years of experience and proficiency in design tools like Figma. The position offers office perks such as free gym access and annual team events.

EF London International Language Campus is seeking a dedicated, approachable and highly organized Student Services Manager to join our team. As the face of EF, you'll play a central role in shaping the student experience - ensuring every individual feels welcomed, supported and safe throughout their stay. From managing welfare provision and coordinating daily operations, to handling arrivals, activities and student discipline, your work directly drives student satisfaction and wellbeing. Full-time, Monday - Friday Permanent contract If you're passionate about creating a positive environment for international learners and leading with responsibility and care, we encourage you to apply. At EF Education First, we believe the world is better when people strive to understand one another. With 600+ schools and offices in 50 countries, we offer immersive programs in language, travel, cultural exchange, and academics, turning dreams into global opportunities. Join us in our shared mission of opening the world through education. Managing the reception welcome desk including managing the communication channels into the school Managing the service provision to students Responding to student welfare issues Administration support services Organising arrival and departure transfers, liaising with taxi suppliers and managing the transfer budget Dealing with problems and emergency situations should they arise. (incl. being a part of an on-call Emergency Management phone rota) Organising student arrivals and departures, including organising graduation ceremonies in collaboration with academic department and upholding compliance standards Being the first port of call for safeguarding concerns Meeting weekly and annual Student satisfaction scores (NPS, EF Challenges) Issuing warnings to students for non-academic related concerns/rule breaking Liaising with group leaders for day-to-day issues Monitoring, tracking and reporting on feedback and online reviews Setting, planning & implementing social media and communication campaigns and strategies Requirements Leadership skills with some management/team leading experience required Ability to deal with sensitive issues with diplomacy and tact Excellent attention to detail Knowledge of health, safety and safeguarding procedures desired Commitment to the highest level of customer service Motivated, sociable and fun disposition with the ability to energise others A flexible approach to work undertaken English fluency and excellent communication skillsAble to work independently Ability to work and thrive under pressure Clear background check and two references Right to work in the UK at commencement of employment Why you will love working with EF Work in a truly international environment Ambition is nurtured and fast-tracked career enhancement opportunities are provided Staff are encouraged to innovate, take ownership of their ideas and bring them to fruition Private health insurance Life insurance Access to EF Hello language learning EF is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. References will be followed up and will ask specifically whether there is any reason that the applicant should not be engaged in situations where they have responsibility for, or substantial access to, persons under 18. Upon interview all gaps in CVs must be explained satisfactorily and proof of identity and, where applicable, qualifications will be required. Appropriate suitability checks will be required prior to confirmation of appointment. EF is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to inclusion and belonging across race, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, identity, parental status, experience, and everything else that makes you unique.

Efekta is not just building products; we are defining the future of education by blending pedagogy with advanced AI technology. We are scaling a connected, global learning ecosystem powered by our AI Teaching Assistant- 'Addi' and our immersive ' Hyperclass' virtual classroom, unlocking the untapped potential in millions of students, teachers, and organizations worldwide. As a Senior Product Designer, you will be a foundational member of the Efekta Design Studio, driving the visual language and interaction model for our core learning platforms across mobile and web. Your expertise will bridge pedagogy, visual craft, and technology to bring learning to life through elegant, emotive, and accessible designs and content. What You'll Be Building (Key Responsibilities & Outcomes) Design Systems & Unification Establish and scale the visual design system, motion principles, and component libraries that unify Efekta's learning ecosystem, ensuring unparalleled quality and consistency across every platform. Contribute to the global design language of Efekta, setting the standard for scalable design excellence and platform-agnostic performance. Creative Craft & Execution (Deep Specialization) Lead the creative development of visual themes for content, learning interfaces, and AI characters to ensure engagement and express the EF brand identity in innovative ways. Design and ship emotionally impactful digital learning experiences on web and mobile, maintaining the highest standards of accessibility and visual fidelity. Prototype and test sophisticated interactions and motion storytelling to enhance usability and delight. Produce polished visual assets, motion studies, and creative content that drive product decisions and inform high-level marketing collaborations. Strategy & Collaboration Drive the integration of Generative AI tools into the design pipeline, exploring novel creative directions and accelerating the speed of high-fidelity concepting. Partner closely with Learning Designers, Engineers, and Product Managers to forge cohesive user experiences that seamlessly merge strong, evidence-based pedagogy with market-leading design. The Designer We Need (Your Profile) While we expect all our designers to be T-shaped -having strong foundational skills in UX, UI, and design research-this role requires a deep specialization in visual craft, brand execution, & motion. The Master of Craft: You possess a truly elite visual aesthetic, a sharp eye for detail, composition, and motion storytelling. Your deepest passion lies in branding, character design, and creative content development, translating complex learning challenges into simple, emotive solutions. The Relentless Learner: You're a relentless advocate for the learner, always starting with the 'Why?' and driven by a mission to define the next generation of education. The Systems Thinker : You thrive in both high-level vision setting and pixel-perfect execution, capable of balancing expansive imagination with the precision required to build scalable design systems. The Tool Power User: You leverage expert-level proficiency in Figma and the Adobe Creative Suite, actively leveraging generative AI tools to accelerate creative output. The Collaborative Force: You are organized, articulate, and communicative, seeking out close, cross-functional partnerships to deliver high-impact user experiences. Necessary Foundation (Role Requirements) Experience: 8+ years of professional experience designing and shipping digital products, apps, and content experiences at scale. Expertise: Expert-level proficiency in Figma and the Adobe Creative Suite, with a mastery of visual and motion design . Systems: Proven history of creating, maintaining, and scaling design systems and visual languages. Portfolio: A strong, articulate portfolio demonstrating a range of product strategy, visual identity, character design, and motion storytelling work . Eligibility: Must be eligible to work in the UK. Why Join Efekta (The Value Proposition) Massive Impact & Global Scale - You will have a direct hand in shaping the future of online education, impacting millions of learners globally and helping them achieve their language goals. London Studio Culture & Flexibility - We operate a Hybrid Model from our vibrant, central London office in Chelsea (SW3). Enjoy working alongside an amazing, multicultural team of engineers, academics, data scientists, and product leaders (4 days in-office, 1 day WFH). Diversity & Innovation - We believe diversity and inclusion are fundamental to driving innovation. We actively value the unique perspectives and contributions of individuals from all backgrounds to ensure every team member feels valued and empowered.

Full time Associate Job Title: Business Development Executive Location: Ashridge House Reports to: Senior Business Development Manager Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday - usual working hours 9-5, flexibility required where necessary Ashridge House is a prestigious and world-renowned conference and events venue, home to Hult International Business School and part of EF, a global leader in education. The Business Development Executive is responsible for identifying new business opportunities to support our Business Development Team. This role is focused on lead generation, opportunity discovery and qualification, creating high-quality meetings, site visits and warm opportunities for the Business Development Team to convert. This is an ideal role for someone early in their B2B sales career who wants to develop strong foundations in consultative selling within a premium conferences and events environment. Key Responsibilities Identify and research potential corporate clients, supporting targeted outreach across priority sectors Proactively engage prospects through outbound activity including phone, email, LinkedIn, and networking. Build and maintain a consistent pipeline of early-stage opportunities within the CRM system. Support market research into new industries, organisations, and emerging opportunities. Assist with preparation of sales materials, proposals, and presentations where required. Help shape and refine outbound processes and messaging as Business Development function grows Attend selected networking events, familiarisation visits, and client showcases to build market knowledge and confidence. Who are you? 1-2 years' relevant experience in a sales, business development, or customer-facing role (B2B preferred). Confident and professional communicator with strong listening and questioning skills. Highly organised with strong follow-up discipline and attention to detail. Comfortable using CRM systems and sales tools, or keen to learn quickly. Proactive, resilient, and comfortable initiating conversations with new contacts. Curious and commercially minded, with a genuine interest in client needs and sales performance. Target-driven with a strong sense of ownership and accountability. Ambitious and motivated to progress into a closing or senior sales role over time. What can we offer you? Free access to the onsite gym Company Pension Scheme Life Insurance Income Protection Opt-In to Private Health Care or Health Cash Plan Continuous Professional Development Regular staff social events About Us When you join Ashridge House, you join a community from unique backgrounds, all united by pursuing excellence in service and hospitality. Whoever you are, whatever you are passionate about-we welcome you and want you to bring that to work every day. Ashridge House is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to inclusion and belonging across race, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, caste, parental status, disability, identity, experience and everything else that makes you unique.