Lead UX/UI Designer
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Posted 31 May 2023 Salary £50000 - £70000 per annum LocationManchester Job type Permanent DisciplineDevelopment ReferenceSN-127-3 Contact NameSophie NobesJob description
We have partnered with an award-winning company who are an industry leader in the Human Resource Sector. Due to this success, they are now on the hunt for a Lead Product Designer, or a Senior Product Designer looking to step it up into their next role.Key Responsibilities of a UX/UI Lead:
- Act as the company's Lead Designer in aiding with the launch and design of mobile apps and websites.
- Discover, prototype, and design new products for users.
- Review and provide guidance for designs implemented by engineers.
- Build and present visual maps, service maps, journey maps, and next stages of design moving forwards.
- Be responsible for both the research and design aspects of production.
Required Experience:
- At least 4 years of experience working as a UX/UI Designer/ Researcher.
- Experience in B2C.
- Experience designing both websites and applications.
- A confident leader, being able to work autonomously while using initiative.
- Must live in the UK and require no sponsorship.
Benefits:
- Remote role with the option for quarterly team meet-ups.
- Competitive salary including equity compensation.
- An opportunity to become an integral part of the team by acting as the lead designer.
- Monthly discounts and allowances for groceries.
If this sounds like the kind of company you dream of joining, please do apply or message Sophie Nobes and I will be in touch!
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
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Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
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Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Lead UX/UI Designer roles across Digital Waffle's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Staffing, Recruitment & Subcontracting.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £50,000 - £70,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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