UX Designer - 100422

UX Designer

Duration - 6 Months

Location - Edinburgh / Remote

Summary

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact on the way millions of people manage their finances? Join us as we embark on an ambitious transformation journey in the banking sector! Our client, a leading bank with over 30 million customers, is on the lookout for a talented UX Designer to help shape exceptional user experiences.

About Us:
We are dedicated to serving individuals, families, and businesses across the UK, putting our customers at the heart of everything we do. With significant investments in digital platforms, we aim to redefine the banking experience and help Britain prosper.

Who We're Looking For:
We seek a dynamic UX Designer who thrives in a collaborative environment and is eager to take full ownership of their design output. You'll confidently present your work to stakeholders and adapt your designs based on their feedback, as well as insights from user research and usability testing.

About the Role:
In this exciting position, you'll get to:

• Craft User Experiences: Skillfully design end-to-end user journeys, utilising components from a central design system to create a seamless blend of content and UI elements.
• Bring Designs to Life: Use prototyping software like Sketch, InVision, Figma, Axure, or Adobe XD to translate your concepts into engaging prototypes.
• Balance Needs: Gather user research and align stakeholders on user requirements, knowing when to diplomatically advocate for the customer's best interests.
• Adapt and Guide: Navigate technical constraints across platforms while providing insights on achieving optimal user experiences.
• Champion Inclusivity: Advocate for accessible design that caters to a diverse range of customers, regardless of age, background, or technical ability.

What We're Looking For:

• Experience: Demonstrable background in User Experience or Interaction Design, with strong ownership of design projects.
• Prototyping Skills: Excellent skills in prototyping and layout, with the ability to articulate your vision to internal teams and stakeholders.
• Design Systems: Familiarity with existing design systems and a proactive approach to enhancing them for project benefits.
• Research Interpretation: Ability to analyse quantitative and qualitative research and apply findings to inform your design process.
• Financial Services Insight: Experience in complex landscapes, preferably within the financial services sector.
• Collaborative Spirit: A team player who works closely and efficiently with a multi-disciplinary group.
• Delivery Focus: Strong commitment to seeing designs through to delivery, ensuring they meet specifications for diverse user groups.
• Inclusivity Advocate: A passion for customer inclusivity and accessibility in design.

Why Join Us?
This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a transformative journey in the banking industry. If you're enthusiastic about creating user-centred designs that make a difference, we want to hear from you!

Ready to Apply?
If you're eager to contribute your skills to a forward-thinking organisation and help shape the future of banking, don't hesitate! Send your application today and let's create exceptional user experiences together!

We can't wait to see how you can make a difference!

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