UX Consultant. Agile. GDS Standards, Government £475 per day Inside IR35
Posted Today by Agilesource Ltd
Negotiable
Inside
Remote
Remote, UK
Summary: The UX Consultant role involves working remotely to deliver user-centered design solutions for projects in both the private and public sectors. The consultant will apply design thinking and evidence-based approaches while collaborating with users and stakeholders to create effective products and services. The position requires strong communication skills and the ability to manage expectations within an agile, multidisciplinary team. Current SC Clearance or eligibility is necessary for this role.
Key Responsibilities:
- Apply design thinking frameworks and evidence-based design principles.
- Create and iterate prototypes at appropriate fidelity levels.
- Ensure compliance with accessibility and inclusive design standards.
- Align designs with relevant design standards, including UK public sector and GDS guidelines.
- Conduct or collaborate on user research to inform design decisions.
- Communicate design processes clearly to stakeholders and manage expectations.
- Work in an agile, multidisciplinary environment, embracing open and iterative collaboration.
Key Skills:
- Strong understanding of design thinking and evidence-based design.
- Experience with concepts and prototyping, including evaluation and stakeholder communication.
- Knowledge of accessible/inclusive design principles and standards.
- Familiarity with UK public sector design standards and GDS assessment processes.
- Ability to focus on user needs and explain design decisions clearly.
- Proven consultancy skills and stakeholder management experience.
- Comfortable working in agile teams across the development lifecycle.
Salary (Rate): £475 per day
City: undetermined
Country: UK
Working Arrangements: remote
IR35 Status: inside IR35
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: IT
Detailed Description From Employer:
Title: UX Consultant
Location: Remote
Contract Type: Contract/Inside IR35
Security Vetting: Current SC Clearance or eligible.
Salary: Up to £475 per day
About the Role
Our client is seeking an adaptable User-Centred Design Consultant to join their multidisciplinary team and deliver outstanding results across projects in both the private and public sectors.
You will work closely with users and stakeholders to design products and services that meet real needs, considering the full end-to-end journey and individual design elements. Your portfolio should demonstrate your ability to apply design thinking, evidence-based approaches, and communicate design decisions effectively.
Key Responsibilities
- Apply design thinking frameworks and evidence-based design principles.
- Create and iterate prototypes at appropriate fidelity levels.
- Ensure compliance with accessibility and inclusive design standards.
- Align designs with relevant design standards, including UK public sector and GDS guidelines.
- Conduct or collaborate on user research to inform design decisions.
- Communicate design processes clearly to stakeholders and manage expectations.
- Work in an agile, multidisciplinary environment, embracing open and iterative collaboration.
Essential Skills & Experience
- Strong understanding of design thinking and evidence-based design.
- Experience with concepts and prototyping, including evaluation and stakeholder communication.
- Knowledge of accessible/inclusive design principles and standards.
- Familiarity with UK public sector design standards and GDS assessment processes.
- Ability to focus on user needs and explain design decisions clearly.
- Proven consultancy skills and stakeholder management experience.
- Comfortable working in agile teams across the development lifecycle.
Please forward a copy of your CV in the first instance