Senior Accessibility Leader for Public Sector UX

Civica; Dudley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Dudley is looking for a Senior Accessibility Expert to drive accessibility initiatives across products impacting the public sector. You will conduct audits, advise teams on WCAG standards, and lead training sessions. The role requires extensive knowledge in digital accessibility, along with strong communication skills to influence stakeholders effectively. The company fosters an inclusive work environment and offers benefits like extensive leave, pension contributions, and private medical insurance.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Up to 3 extra days off for volunteering

5% employer pension match

Private medical insurance

Bounty Bonus for referrals

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in digital accessibility or inclusive design roles.
• Ability to drive projects proactively and handle ambiguity.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive accessibility audits for public sector software.
• Advise on WCAG 2.2, ARIA, and inclusive design best practices.
• Deliver training and guidance on accessibility standards.

Skills

Expert knowledge of WCAG 2.2

Hands-on experience with assistive technologies

Strong communication skills

Ability to influence design decisions

Familiarity with UK public sector accessibility requirements

Tools

NVDA

JAWS

VoiceOver

axe

WAVE

Job description

A leading technology company in Dudley is looking for a Senior Accessibility Expert to drive accessibility initiatives across products impacting the public sector. You will conduct audits, advise teams on WCAG standards, and lead training sessions. The role requires extensive knowledge in digital accessibility, along with strong communication skills to influence stakeholders effectively. The company fosters an inclusive work environment and offers benefits like extensive leave, pension contributions, and private medical insurance.