Senior UI / UX Designer

Barclays Business Banking; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a Senior UI/UX Designer to enhance user experiences in digital banking. This role emphasizes a human-centric design approach, where you will craft intuitive interfaces and conduct thorough user research. You will create prototypes and wireframes while ensuring that designs meet accessibility standards. Collaborating across functions, you'll influence design decisions and stay updated on industry trends. If you're passionate about creating elegant designs and improving user interactions, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Strong skills in design principles and user-centered design.
• Experience in regulated environments and Agile methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Conduct user research and usability tests to inform design improvements.
• Create user-friendly interfaces for digital banking platforms.
• Ensure accessibility standards are met for inclusive design.

Skills

User Research

Prototyping

Interaction Design

Visual Design

User Testing

HTML/CSS

Education

Degree in UX/UI Design

Degree in Interaction Design

Degree in Digital Media

Job description

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Job Overview

We are seeking a Senior UX/UI Designer to join our team at Barclays, focusing on crafting elegant, intuitive user experiences and visually appealing interfaces. The ideal candidate will have strong skills in design principles, industry-standard tools, and a human-centric approach.

Essential Skills

1. User Research: Conduct research to understand user needs, behaviors, and pain points to inform design decisions.
2. Prototyping & Interaction Design: Create wireframes and interactive prototypes to visualize and test design concepts.
3. Visual Design: Apply principles of color theory, typography, responsive design, and accessibility standards to create aesthetically pleasing and functional interfaces.
4. User & Usability Testing: Conduct tests to evaluate design effectiveness and make iterative improvements based on feedback.

Desirable Skills

1. Degree in UX/UI Design, Interaction Design, Digital Media, or related fields.
2. Experience in heavily regulated environments like financial services and Agile methodologies.
3. Knowledge of HTML/CSS and front-end development concepts.
4. Experience with ethical design practices, privacy, and security considerations.

Role Responsibilities

• Conduct user research and usability tests to understand customer needs and inform design improvements.
• Create user-friendly interfaces for digital banking platforms.
• Maintain consistent visual design aligned with brand guidelines.
• Develop wireframes and prototypes for testing and visualization.
• Ensure accessibility standards are met for inclusive design.
• Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies to enhance design quality.

Leadership Expectations

• Advise and influence decision-making; collaborate across functions.
• Lead or guide teams in complex tasks, set objectives, and coach team members.
• Demonstrate leadership behaviors such as listening, inspiring, aligning, and developing others.
• Manage risk, develop policies, and ensure controls are in place.
• Engage in data analysis and communicate complex information effectively.
• Influence stakeholders to achieve desired outcomes.

Additional Details

• Location: Glasgow or London
• Seniority Level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Industries: Banking