Business Development Manager

Tangent Marketing Services; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

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About Tangent

At Tangent we work with large enterprises from IWG plc to SAP & UK Power Networks, to build future ready digital experiences, products and capabilities.

We're a 100 strong agency working across strategy, consultancy, design, engineering and project management with offices in London, Valencia, Cape Town, Lahore, Cairo and Poznan.

What you'll be doing

• Discovery and research: Lead the exploration of user needs and market insights, translating findings into actionable design strategies and data-backed decisions for user-centric products.
• UX and Prototyping: You will champion the continuous creation, testing, and refinement of UX prototypes to deliver design solutions that adapt to the evolving needs of our clients and their customers.
• Brand UI application: Your creative acumen will be put to use as you skilfully infuse our clients' brands into innovative UI designs, setting them apart from competitors.
• Mentorship and Career Development: You'll play a crucial role in nurturing the professional growth of designers within our team, offering mentorship and support to help them advance in their careers.
• Client Engagement and Workshops: You'll have the ability to plan and conduct engaging workshops that educate and inspire our clients about the importance of future-ready design.
• Design Systems Mastery: Showcase your expertise by meticulously crafting comprehensive design systems that document our design rationale and adhere to our values of sustainability and purpose.
• Effective Communication: Your confident presentation skills will be pivotal in engaging clients and fellow members of the Tangent team, effectively conveying how our designs align with user and business needs.

What we are looking for

We're searching for a Senior Digital Product Designer with a minimum of 3+ years of commercial experience to join the Tangent design team. Whether you've honed your skills in-house or at an agency, what genuinely matters to us is your track record of successfully launching digital products and websites for well-known brands while playing a prominent role in the team.

We are looking for someone who can demonstrate:

• Design Proficiency: Strong design skills and proficiency in design tools.
• Effective Communication: Clear communication, both with clients and team members.
• Problem-Solving: Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Project Management: Proficiency in design management for on-time and on-budget delivery.
• Client Relationship Skills: Ability to build and maintain positive client relationships.
• Design Systems Knowledge: Experience with design systems for consistency.
• Creativity: Innovative thinking and a creative mindset.
• UX/UI Design Skills: Proficiency in user experience and user interface design.
• Adaptability: Willingness to learn and stay updated on industry trends.
• Attention to Detail: Meticulous attention to detail in design work.
• Time Management: Effective time management skills for meeting deadlines.
• Cultural Fit: Alignment with Tangent's culture, values, and mission.

If you're passionate about leading ground-breaking design projects and ready to make your mark on the digital landscape while embodying our proposition of being future-ready, we'd love to hear from you. Join us at Tangent and be part of a team dedicated to crafting digital experiences that matter, today and tomorrow.

Life at Tangent

What we believe

At Tangent we understand people - designing user-centric products and creating high-performing teams.

We are truly committed to protecting our most important asset, the planet. Always seeking to improve our digital footprint and lower carbon emissions.

We make decisions with a purpose in mind. Producing work that is measurable, considered and will drive clients' businesses forward.

Our strategy is underpinned by our 4 core values:

• Always ask questions
• Listen more than speak
• Own your area
• Strive for better

At Tangent our aim is to create a working environment where every single member of the team has the opportunity to be themselves. We are an equal opportunities employer and will welcome and consider all applications regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion, sex and sexual orientation.