Accessibility Specialist

JR United Kingdom; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a Senior Accessibility Specialist in Portsmouth to support global digital accessibility initiatives. The ideal candidate will ensure digital experiences adhere to WCAG standards, conduct audits, and collaborate with product teams. This role requires 3+ years of experience and a passion for inclusive design, offering a competitive salary and the opportunity to make a difference.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as an Accessibility Specialist with the ability to work independently.
• Proven experience authoring VPATs/ACRs for enterprise web applications.
• Strong understanding of WCAG 2.2 techniques for websites.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent audits and produce accessibility documentation.
• Guide teams through accessibility best practices throughout the development lifecycle.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate accessibility.

Skills

Experience as an Accessibility Specialist

WCAG 2.1 or 2.2 knowledge

Agile methodology

Proficiency with accessibility testing tools

Screen reader proficiency

Education

Academic background in Digital Accessibility, UX/UI, Digital Design, or Software Engineering

IAAP Certifications (CPWA, CPACC, WAS) or US DHS 508 Trusted Tester Certification

Tools

WAVE

aXe

Microsoft Insights

Color Contrast Analyzer

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Accessibility Specialist, portsmouth, hampshire

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Client:

Insight Global

Location:

portsmouth, hampshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

16.06.2025

Expiry Date:

31.07.2025

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Job Description:

As a Senior Accessibility Specialist, you’ll be part of a 7-person team supporting global digital accessibility initiatives. You’ll work closely with product teams to ensure digital experiences meet WCAG standards, especially as the team expands into the UK and EU regions. Your mornings will be focused on independent auditing and documentation, while afternoons will involve cross-functional meetings and collaboration. You’ll guide teams through accessibility best practices across the full software development lifecycle—design, development, testing—and help integrate accessibility into their workflows. You’ll also be responsible for producing accessibility audits, authoring ACRs, and recommending compliant design/code solutions. This role is ideal for someone who is proactive, detail-oriented, and passionate about inclusive design.

Must-haves:

• 3+ years of experience as an Accessibility Specialist with the ability to work independently
• Proven experience authoring VPATs/ACRs for enterprise web applications (WCAG 2.1 or 2.2)
• Strong understanding of WCAG 2.2 techniques for websites
• Experience working within Agile product squads
• Proficient with accessibility testing tools such as WAVE, aXe, Microsoft Insights, Color Contrast Analyzer, etc.
• Skilled in using screen readers including JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver, etc.

Plusses:

• Experience with mobile app accessibility techniques
• IAAP Certifications (CPWA, CPACC, WAS) or US DHS 508 Trusted Tester Certification
• Academic or professional background in Digital Accessibility, UX/UI, Digital Design, or Software Engineering
• Familiarity with UI design patterns including Single Page Applications (SPAs), Rich Internet Applications (RIAs), and AI/chatbot interfaces