Michael Featherby

Hi, I'm Mike, A UX Manager at Next PLC with over 20 years of digital experience.

I have had the privilege of working on a breadth of projects for Next UK and International. Collaborating with many teams and stakeholders, helping to deliver multi-million-pound projects, and driving the Next business forward.

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Recent Case Study

Platform Modernisation

This significant re-platforming project aimed to modernise the technology stack, enhance the user experience, and provide Next UK, Next International, and Total Platform with a robust foundation to drive the online business.

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To see more projects that I've worked on during my career. Take a look at my Project wall.

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Principles

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Culture

Trust, empowerment, support, and recognition. Everything starts here. Fostering a collaborative and inclusive team culture that drives creativity and productivity.

A positive work environment is crucial for success and well-being.

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Customer

Understanding behaviour, always asking, always testing, never assuming.

Combining both Qual and Quant insights to understand problems and validate ideas and taking opinion out of the room.

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Design

UI, UX, Interaction, Animation or just being Creative. I love it all.

I have the privilege of working with some very talented designers, developing design systems, reusable components and themable templates. I also like to get my hands dirty too.

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Impact

Bringing a project to life is my passion. I thrive on collaborating with cross-functional teams, solving complex problems, and prioritising tasks.

However, the ultimate reward is seeing a product go live and making a positive impact—that's the icing on the cake for me.

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Team Growth

As a UX Manager, one of my most rewarding accomplishments has been growing and shaping the UX design team. Carefully find individuals with strong design skills and align with our collaborative culture and user-centred approach.

I focus on development planning by setting clear goals and providing ongoing support to help my team grow. I listen, offer feedback, and encourage technical and soft skill development. Prioritising mental health and creating an inclusive, supportive environment, I ensure my team feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential.

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