User Experience Designer - 6 Month FTC

User Experience Designer - 6 Month FTC

Posted 4 days ago by Landor

Negotiable
Undetermined
Hybrid
London Area, United Kingdom

Summary: Landor is seeking a UX Designer for a 6-month fixed-term contract in their London studio. The role focuses on creating seamless user experiences across digital and physical landscapes, bridging traditional UX Design with Integrated Experience Design. The designer will collaborate with various teams to enhance user interactions and innovate through emerging technologies. This position emphasizes accessibility and user-centered design principles while fostering a collaborative work environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop user journeys, wireframes, and prototypes for websites and mobile applications.
  • Collaborate with spatial teams to design hybrid experiences, including QR-triggered journeys and interactive content.
  • Assist in conducting usability testing and translating research data into actionable design improvements.
  • Work alongside strategists, developers, and creative leads to present cohesive concepts.
  • Experiment with emerging technologies and stay current on UX best practices.

Key Skills:

  • Experience in UX, CX, and service design practices.
  • Analytical and creative thinking with effective communication of design ideas.
  • Proficiency in wireframing and prototyping tools such as Figma and AI tools.
  • Working knowledge of design tools like Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, or Sketch.
  • Awareness of accessibility standards (e.g., WCAG) and commitment to inclusive design.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: London

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other

Detailed Description From Employer:

Landor is looking for a UX Designer for a 6 Month FTC to join our London studio. Could this be you? We are Landor, part of WPP World-leading brand experts, underpinned by the most expansive strategic & creative capabilities in our category. We make brands more valuable and less vulnerable. We build brands differently. We work with our clients to define and solve their business problems through the lens of brand. We strategically join the dots between our design, experience, governance and measurement capabilities, and always connect our brand work to business outcomes. Landor companies also include amp (sonic branding), bdg (workplace & architectural experts), Deep Local (creative technologists) and ManvsMachine (3D motion design). About WPP WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. For more information, visit WPP.com .

What you’ll do We are seeking a versatile designer to support the creation of seamless user experiences across both digital and physical landscapes. This role bridges the gap between traditional UX Design and Integrated Experience Design , focusing on how digital touchpoints (like apps and interactive features) live within physical environments (like retail spaces and live activations).

  • Digital UX Design: Develop user journeys, wireframes, and prototypes for websites and mobile applications, ensuring all designs are accessible and user-centered.
  • Integrated Physical-Digital Design: Collaborate with spatial teams to design hybrid experiences, including QR-triggered journeys, interactive screen content, and connected packaging.
  • Research & Insights: Assist in conducting usability testing and translating research data into actionable design improvements.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work alongside strategists, developers, and creative leads to present cohesive concepts to internal teams and clients.
  • Innovation: Keep the team ahead of the curve by experimenting with emerging technologies and staying current on UX best practices.

What you’ll need Experience in UX, CX, and service design practices, including user research, requirements gathering, and workshopping. Analytical and creative thinking, with the ability to develop and communicate design ideas effectively. A practical approach to solving design challenges and meeting project objectives. Proficiency in wireframing and prototyping tools such as Figma and AI tools. Working knowledge of design tools like Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, or Sketch. Passion for creativity, innovation, and emerging technology trends. Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and work effectively in a supportive role. Awareness of accessibility standards (e.g., WCAG) and a commitment to inclusive design.

Bonus points if you have: Experience working on projects with both digital and physical touchpoints. Curiosity about how digital interactions can enhance physical environments. Desire to develop UI skills alongside UX foundations. Familiarity with front-end technologies like HTML, CSS.

We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process. We build brands. We build futures. Landor, a WPP company, is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all applicants without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics, committed to a culture of respect where everyone belongs and can progress in their careers. #LI-DNI #LI-DNP