UX/UI Design Lead

UI/UX Design Lead
London (Hybrid, 2 days in the office)
£100k - £110k base

Our client is a fast growth, Fintech/SaaS provider specialising in innovative AI solutions for the private capital industry. They are looking for an enthusiastic and energetic UX/UI Design Lead with 8 years + experience within SaaS or Fintech environments.

As the Lead Designer you will be responsible for designing and implementing user-friendly, responsive interfaces that support business objectives. This role involves close collaboration with product managers, developers, and data scientists to transform complex data insights into interactive and aesthetically pleasing user experiences.

Your expertise will drive the look and feel of products, ensuring they are visually engaging, easy to navigate, and aligned with client needs. As part of a dynamic team, you'll have ample opportunity to influence the direction of our product suite and grow with the company as we expand.

Key Responsibilities:

• UX/UI Design: Create high-quality designs and wireframes that clearly illustrate how applications function and look.
• User Research and Testing: Conduct user research and usability testing to guide design decisions and enhance product features based on user feedback.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with product managers and developers to align design with functionality and optimize the user experience.
• Brand Consistency: Develop design standards and ensure that all UI elements are cohesive and in line with brand identity.

Required Skills & Experience:

• UX/UI Design Proficiency: At least 8 years of experience in UX/UI design for digital products, with a portfolio showcasing your design capabilities.
• Prototyping Tools: Experience with design and prototyping tools (eg, Figma, Adobe XD, Sketch).
• Analytical Mindset: Ability to translate user insights and feedback into practical, aesthetically pleasing design solutions.
• Communication: Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively and explain design concepts to non-design team members.
• Detail-Oriented: A high standard for design aesthetics, ensuring pixel-perfect implementation.
• Financial Technology: Preference will be given to candidates with recent experience in the fintech industry and an understanding of user needs in trading and investment.