User Experience Designer

JR United Kingdom; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the UK is seeking a UX Designer for a 6-month contract. The role involves creating user-centered designs, collaborating with various stakeholders, and ensuring usability across platforms. This position requires government experience and proficiency in design tools.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of government experience required.
• Proficiency in UX design tools and methods.

Responsibilities

• Create prototypes, wireframes, and mock-ups.
• Design consistent user experiences across platforms.
• Collaborate with teams to test and launch products.

Skills

Government Experience

User Research

Collaboration

Tools

Sketch

Invision Studio

Balsamiq

Axure

GOV.UK Prototype Kit

Job description

Duration: 6 Months

Start Date: ASAP

Location: 2x a Month onsite in Leeds OR Newcastle

Job Description:

• Must Have: Government Experience (Minimum 2 Years)
• As UX Designer, you will:
• Create prototypes, wireframes, mock-ups, workflows, user flows, site maps, storyboards, interactive and graphic designs, and information architecture.
• Proficient with tools such as Sketch, Invision Studio, Balsamiq, Axure, and GOV.UK Prototype Kit.
• Interpret evidence-based research, identify user issues and needs, and incorporate findings into your designs.
• Understand usability issues across diverse populations and develop engagement strategies.
• Design consistent user experiences across mobile and desktop platforms.
• Collaborate with user researchers and content designers to test, iterate, and launch products.
• Liaise with Product Owners and Stakeholders to clarify requirements.
• Work with Business Analysts to refine designs aligned with business needs.
• Coordinate with development teams to ensure smooth transition of UX solutions into development.