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Career Development
Learning without limits
Your future is something you create intentionally. At Signet we believe your career does not simply happen to you it happens because of you Whether you are just starting out, looking to grow, or ready for a new challenge, now is the time to take ownership of your next chapter As you plan your next steps.
Together, we can shape a path that reflects your aspirations and strengths. What does your next chapter look like? We encourage you to identify your goals, seek out opportunities for growth, and connect with others who can help you move forward
We’re here to support you every step of the way as you embrace what’s next and build the career you want. We’re here to support you every step of the way as you embrace what’s next and build your career!
Questions to Spark Your Career
What do I want to be known for?
What skills do I want to develop next?
Where do I see myself in 12 months?
What is one bold step I could take this month?
Who could support me on my journey?
Aspire Pathways
If this feels like your next step – it probably is. Register your interest below:
Interested?
Four ways to grow your career at Signet:
Did You Know?
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"Do what you can, with what you have, where you are. "
Be Brilliant Apprenticeships
Apprenticeships are one of the most powerful ways to grow at Signet They allow you to gain recognised qualifications while continuing to do the job you love. Whether you are looking to build leadership skills, deepen your expertise, or explore a completely new area, there is a pathway for you.
Business Data Essentials
Learner outcomes
Across the duration oftheapprenticeship,
learners will be able to:
Understand the role of data within their organisation and wider business context
Collect, prepare and organize data from a range of sources
Analyse and interpret data to identify trends, patterns and insights
Present data clearly using reports, dashboards and visualisations
Reach out to june. strong@signetjewelers.com to schedule a discovery session. Discovery session
Communicate findings clearly to colleagues and stakeholders
Build confidence in working with data to support everyday business activity
Hidden Gems Spotlight
Every month we celebrate colleagues who shine through their learning journey Nominate a colleague who has gone above and beyond in their learning this month for our Celebrate Success page. Reach out to: June strong@signetjewers.com
August Learning Challenge
One new Thing
Learning does not have to be big to be brilliant. This month, we challenge every colleague to learn just one new thing. It could be a quick skill, a fresh perspective, or a deeper understanding of something you use every day.
We believe in your potential, and every step forward counts What will you choose to learn? Take a moment this month to explore, and share your learning stories with us via email, in our chat group, or at our next team meeting. If you need inspiration, check out Inspire Academy we really do have a wealth of learning offers or ask a teammate for suggestions. Enjoy discovering something new, and happy learning!
Ideas to Spark Your Learning Books to Ignite your Flame
Listen, Learn & Grow
Recommended podcasts to inspire your August:
Share
What You Learn
Show and tell your new learning with a colleague Dare to Lead Brene Brown Coaching for Leaders Dave Stechoniak
A Bit of Optimism — Simon Sinke The Diary of a CEO — Steven Bartlett
Learning grows when we share it. Once you have learned your one new thing:
Show your team in a huddle
Write a quick tip and share it
“The beautiful thing about learning is that nobody ican take it away from you. ”
B.B. King
Pass the Parcelteach someone else what you have learned
Jual Learning
Managers Toolkit
“Managers do things right, leaders do the right thing” Warren Bennis
Keeping
you
in the Loupe
What’s new for You!
What's New in Our Blended Learning Offers
We're excited to expand our blended learning portfolio, bringing together the best of face- toface workshops including our ongoing Aspire Career Development Programmes, Be Brilliant Apprenticeships, virtual learning, self-paced resources and practical workplace application. New offers include Franklin Covey development programmes, Insights Discovery workshops, and Blanchard SLII® leadership training, providing colleagues with flexible, engaging opportunities to build their skills and confidence
Alongside these, we ' re introducing enhanced digital learning resources, coaching support and interactive development experiences designed to make learning more accessible, personalised and impactful Whether you ' re looking to strengthen leadership capability, improve communication, or explore new ways to grow your career, there's something for everyone in our evolving learning offer
Did you know!
The word “brilliant” comes from the Old French “brillian”, meaning “shining.”
DISCOVERY SESSIONS
Watch this Space!
Fashion Retail Academy Insights Disocvery calls comig in September
“Anyone who keeps learning stays young ” Henry Ford.
Celebrating Success
Time to Shine
‘Performance
Acceleration’ Shortlisted for Award - We are in the running!
We are excited to share some fantastic news: our case study of ‘Performance Acceleration’ for H. Samuel store managers’ has been shortlisted in the Learning and Development category of the 2026 Personnel Today Awards. This recognition is a testament to our shared commitment and the exceptional teamwork across the Learning and Development, Stores, Employee Relations and Commercial teams.
Impact Highlights
• Sales increased by 13.1% year on year
• Sales per Labour Hour increased by 10%
• Average Transaction Value increased by 7.8%
• 35% of colleagues moved into a stronger talent category
• 30% of Aspire participants achieved a promotion or secondment in their first year
• The awards take place at The Grosvenor in London on the 17th November (We’ve got this!)
Celebrating Signets Own
Congrats on Your Promotion!
A huge congratulations to Sunilkumar Parekh (Sunil) on your well-deserved promotion from Jeweller to Master Jeweller!
This achievement is a testament to your exceptional craftsmanship, dedication, passion for quality, and commitment to developing your skills. Your expertise and attention to detail have made a significant impact, and this promotion recognises the hard work and talent you bring every day.
We are incredibly proud of everything you have accomplished and look forward to seeing your continued success in your new role as Master Jeweller.
Please join us in celebrating this fantastic achievement!
Congratulations, Sunil – a truly sparkling milestone in your career journey!
Congrats on your BRC Graduation!
A huge congratulations to Carole Lewis in our Buying & Merchandising team. Carole has recently graduated from the British Retail Consortium (BRC) Carole has completed the highly prestigious BRC Summer School consisting of of several key and contemporary leadership pathway modules including Conscious Connection, Disruptive Emersion, Bridging the Gap, Resourcing leadership, and Meaningful Action. We are incredibly proud of your accomplishment and look forward to seeing your leadership growth and continued success in your role as Merchandiser.
Please join us in celebrating this fantastic achievement! Congratulations, Carole – a truly brilliant accolade!
#GrowBrandLove #CareerProgression #Congratulations #Congratulations #Leadership #MasterJeweller
#GrowBrandLove #CareerProgression
Wellbeing
Recharge and Reset
“”Allmost everything will work again if you just unplug it for a few minute including you ”
— Anne Lamottt
Just for Fun
Learning Gems
Can you find the hidden words?
•Growth
•Potential
•Aspire
•Brilliance
•Spark
HiddenLearningGemsQuiz
1WhatisAugust'sbirthstone?
2WhatdoesPeridotsymbolise?
3.NameoneofthefourAspirePathways.
4.Whatisthismonth'stheme?
5.Completethequote:"Smallsteps,repeatedconsistently,create progress. "
6.Whatdoes"loupe"meaninthejewelleryworld?
7Nameonecoachingquestionyoucouldaskacolleague
8Whatisonewaytosearchyourlearningwithothers?
9.Whichgemstoneisknownasthe"eveningemerald"?
10.Whatdoestheword"aspire"mean?
