Job Description

Senior UX Designer** (Contract)

Duration: 6 Months (Possibility for extension)

Rate: A highly competitive Umbrella Day Rate or Salary is available for suitable candidates

Location: Leeds/Hybrid - Two days per week on site and we kindly ask to only receive applicants if they are situated within a 60-minute commuting distance to Leeds.

Role Profile

Are you a passionate UX Designer looking to make a meaningful impact in the banking sector? We're seeking a talented UX Designer to join our dynamic team on a fixed-term contract.

This is an exciting opportunity to shape user experiences for our innovative banking applications, driving design solutions that engage and empower our customers.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the design process for our investments and pension platforms, ensuring a user-centered approach.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and implement innovative design solutions that enhance user engagement.

Utilize your storytelling skills to convey design concepts and user journeys to stakeholders, ensuring alignment and buy-in.

Engage with stakeholders to gather requirements, feedback, and insights, fostering a collaborative design environment.

Proactively identify opportunities for improvement within our existing platforms, making portfolios more engaging and user-friendly.

Create wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity designs using Figma, translating complex ideas into simple and intuitive user experiences.

Conduct user research and usability testing to validate design concepts and iterate based on user feedback.

Key Requirements:

Proven experience as a UX Designer with a strong portfolio showcasing user-centered design solutions, particularly in investments and pension platforms.

Proficient in design tools such as Figma, with a solid understanding of design principles and best practices.

Exceptional storytelling skills, with the ability to present and explain design ideas clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

A proactive mindset with a passion for problem-solving and a keen eye for detail.

Experience in creating engaging and user-friendly applications that resonate with users.

Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively across teams.

Again we kindly ask that applicants only apply if they are situated within a 60-minute commuting distance to Leeds and in addition, please disclose your location on your CV.

Candidates will need to show evidence of the above in their CV in order to be considered.

If you feel you have the skills and experience and want to hear more about this role 'apply now' to declare your interest in this opportunity with our client. Your application will be observed by our dedicated team.

We will respond to all successful applicants ASAP however, please be advised that we will always look to contact you further from this time should we need further applicants or if other opportunities arise relevant to your skillset.

Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive.

As part of our standard hiring process to manage risk, please note background screening checks will be conducted on all hires before commencing employment.

We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention