UX Designer
Posted 1 day ago by Experis IT
£410 Per day
Inside
Hybrid
City of London, UK
Summary: We are looking for a skilled UX Designer to join our team for a 6-month contract, focusing on creating engaging and accessible digital experiences. The role involves leading the UX design process for the Developer Platform Portal, conducting user research, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in UX design and a strong portfolio showcasing their work. This position is hybrid, requiring three days onsite in either London or Bristol.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the end-to-end UX design process for digital products, from discovery and research through to prototyping and delivery.
- Conduct user research, interviews, and usability testing to gain deep insights into user behaviours, needs, and pain points.
- Translate research findings into user flows, wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity designs that deliver seamless and delightful experiences.
- Collaborate closely with product managers, developers, and visual designers to ensure design feasibility and consistency across projects.
- Advocate for the user at every stage of the design process, championing accessibility and inclusive design principles.
- Iteratively improve products based on analytics, user feedback, and evolving business requirements.
- Mentor junior designers and contribute to the development of design standards and processes within the team.
Key Skills:
- 5+ years' experience in UX design, with a strong portfolio demonstrating expertise across web applications preferably portal workflows.
- Expertise in user research methodologies, persona creation, journey mapping, and usability testing.
- Proficiency in industry-standard design and prototyping tools primarily Figma.
- Strong understanding of information architecture, interaction design, and visual hierarchy.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate design decisions and rationale to stakeholders.
- Experience working in agile, cross-functional teams.
- Passion for user-centred design and a keen eye for detail.
Salary (Rate): £410 per day
City: London
Country: UK
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: inside IR35
Seniority Level: Mid-Level
Industry: IT
UX Designer
6 months
Location: London or Bristol (Hybrid - 3 days onsite)
£410 per day inside IR35 - Umbrella only
Position Overview
We are seeking an accomplished and innovative User Experience (UX) Designer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of designing intuitive, engaging, and accessible digital experiences across a range of platforms. As an experienced UX Designer, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the Developer Platform Portal, ensuring they meet the needs of our users while aligning with business goals.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the end-to-end UX design process for digital products, from discovery and research through to prototyping and delivery.
- Conduct user research, interviews, and usability testing to gain deep insights into user behaviours, needs, and pain points.
- Translate research findings into user flows, wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity designs that deliver seamless and delightful experiences.
- Collaborate closely with product managers, developers, and visual designers to ensure design feasibility and consistency across projects.
- Advocate for the user at every stage of the design process, championing accessibility and inclusive design principles.
- Iteratively improve products based on analytics, user feedback, and evolving business requirements.
- Mentor junior designers and contribute to the development of design standards and processes within the team.
Required Skills and Experience
- 5+ years' experience in UX design, with a strong portfolio demonstrating expertise across web applications preferably portal workflows.
- Expertise in user research methodologies, persona creation, journey mapping, and usability testing.
- Proficiency in industry-standard design and prototyping tools primarily Figma
- Strong understanding of information architecture, interaction design, and visual hierarchy.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate design decisions and rationale to stakeholders.
- Experience working in agile, cross-functional teams.
- Passion for user-centred design and a keen eye for detail.
Desirable Attributes
- Experience designing for accessibility and inclusive design standards (eg, WCAG).
- Experience of a large scale platform Portal UX Design
Suitable Candidates should submit CVs in the first instance!