Product UI/UX Designer

British American Tobacco; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

British American Tobacco is seeking a Product UI/UX Designer in London to develop user-friendly interfaces for smart electronic devices. You will work within a cross-functional team, driving the design of innovative products while ensuring visual consistency and enhancing user experience. This role offers a chance to influence design strategy in a leading global company.

Benefits

Performance bonus

Health plans

Flexible holiday plan

Online learning platforms

Qualifications

• Proven experience in UX/UI design for digital electronic products.
• Strong portfolio showcasing user-friendly interface designs.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop user interface designs for smart electronic devices.
• Create wireframes, prototypes, and mock-ups.
• Support user research and usability testing.

Skills

User-centered design principles

Visual design skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in interaction design, graphic design, or a related field

Tools

Figma

Adobe After Effects

Adobe Illustrator

Protopie

Job description

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BAT is evolving at pace into a global multi-category business. With products like VELO, VUSE and GLO we are on a mission to decrease the health impact of our industry
To achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to Be The Change. Come, join us on this journey!

British American Tobacco UK has an exciting opportunity for a PRODUCT UI/UX DESIGNER in London

What are the key objectives and expectations from this role?

This position is within the New Categories R&D Department and reports to the Head of Device UX Design within the Design organisation, led by the Group Head of Design.

As a Product UI/UX Designer, you will be responsible for crafting visually appealing and intuitive user interfaces for our small smart electronic devices. As part of the UX Design team, you will translate user needs and business requirements into sophisticated and user-friendly interface designs that enhance the overall user experience.

The job holder will be part of a cross functional team collectively responsible for implementation of device UI solutions, working collaboratively with industrial design, brand, insights and R&D teams also involved in the development of new products.

Key objectives are:

• Drive the evolution of strong graphic user interface and interaction design for both connected and non-connected Heated Product and Vapour devices.
• Collaborate and integrate, building information architecture and Userflows for display and LED based product user interfaces.
• Ensure consistency in visual design language and brand identity across all user interface elements.
• Engage with industrial design, R&D hardware and software teams to implement proposals effectively.
• Apply unique knowledge and expertise to a broader context across design fields . User experience in the context of Industrial Design.
• Stay updated on industry trends and best practice in UI/UX design, incorporating innovative tools and techniques used in the design of our products.

Key success factors include:

• Strong understanding of user-centered design principles and standard methodology in UI/UX design.
• Proficient skills in concept generation, visualisation, and rapid prototyping of GUIs.
• Excellent visual design skills with an eye for detail and aesthetics.
• Ability to lead a combination of design projects concurrently, from early concept development through final production and deployment.
• Ability to communicate design concepts effectively and collaborate with cross-functional teams
• Adaptability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage a combination of projects simultaneously
• Passion for creating exceptional user experiences that meet both user needs and business objectives

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Develop physical and digital user interface designs for small smart electronic devices that align with project requirements and brand guidelines.
• Evolve the graphic iconography, visual, auditory, haptic design on various types of device - screen and LED based user interfaces.
• Create wireframes, prototypes, and mock-ups that effectively convey design concepts and interactions.
• Support user research, usability testing, and gather feedback to iterate and improve interface designs based on user preferences and behaviour.
• Work closely with firmware developers to ensure the feasibility of implementing interface designs across various platforms.
• Keep partners informed of project progress and seek input to ensure alignment with business objectives user needs.
• Engaging with industrial design, brand, research, and engineers across our 4D development process.

What are we looking for?

Experience Required

• Proven experience in UX/UI design, with a focus on designing user interfaces for digital electronic products.
• Highly proficient in design tools: Adobe After Effects & Illustrator, Figma & Protopie or similar software.
• Strong portfolio showcasing expertise in creating visually appealing and user-friendly interface designs.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams, including UX/UI designers, developers, and product managers.
• Knowledge of user-centered design principles, usability testing methodologies, and accessibility standards.

Technical / Functional / Leadership Skills Required

• Skilled in developing positive relationships with leaders and diverse team encouraging them to be fully engaged to deliver outstandingproducts.
• Good project management skills, able to manage multiple projects in parallel.

Education / Qualifications / Certifications Required

• Bachelor's degree in interaction design, graphic design, or a related field.

What we offer you?
• We offer a market leading annual performance bonus (subject to eligibility)
• Our range of benefits varies by country and includes diverse health plans, initiatives for work-life balance, transportation support, and a flexible holiday plan with additional incentives
• Your journey with us isn't limited by boundaries; it's propelled by your aspirations. Join us at BAT and become a part of an environment that thrives on internal advancement, where your career progression isn't just a statement – it's a reality we're eager to build together. Seize the opportunity and own your development; your next chapter starts here.
• You'll have access to online learning platforms and personalized growth programs to nurture your leadership skills
• We prioritise continuous improvement within a transformative environment, preparing for ongoing changes

WHY JOIN BAT?
We’re one of the few companies named as a Global Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute – certified in offering excellent employee conditions.

At BAT, we champion collaboration, inclusion, and partnership as the bedrock of our values. We wish to foster an environment where every individual can thrive, irrespective of factors such as gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, skills, experience, education, socio-economic and professional background, as well as diverse perspectives and thinking styles. We recognise that our strength lies in embracing talent from all walks of life, empowering us to develop our culture of inclusivity and better achieve our business objectives.

We view career breaks not as obstacles but as opportunities and encourage everyone, without hesitation, to apply. Through our Global Returners program, we provide support to professionals seeking to re-enter the workforce after an extended absence, be it for family care, parental leave, national service, sabbatical, or starting their own venture.
Come bring your difference and see what is possible for you at BAT. Learn more about our culture and our award winning employee experience .

We take pride in being a Disability Confident Employer. If you need any reasonable adjustments or accommodations to be made during the recruitment process to support you performing at your best, please inform the recruitment partner who will be in touch should your profile be selected for the role you applied for. We are wholeheartedly committed to optimising your prospects of success by making suitable arrangements so that you may showcase your full potential.