Acorn are looking for a passionate Product designer to join us in a period of exciting growth and help us transform customer journeys and improve conversion and retention.

Working as the Product Designer you will be part of exciting projects which includes new products and features, which will help us retain and add value to our customers.

On these exciting projects you will have the chance to own the redesigning landings, purchase flows and launching new insurance products on both app and web, allowing you to show your passion and leave your mark through your work.

You will have the chance to work cross functionally working along-side the product managers, business analysts and engineers to explore and solve customer problems and design challenges using simple and impactful solutions.

Job title: Product Designer

Location: Liverpool City Centre on a hybrid model

Working hours: 37.5 Hour per week, Monday-Friday, 9am-5:30pm

Salary: £45,000 - £60000 DOE

What you will be doing:

Design and prototype simple, low friction digital experiences

Own all stages of the design process from concept through launch

Create design assets and build a robust design system that works across brands

Solve customer problems with a focus on the best experience while balancing company

Conduct user research and testing to inform design decisions and improve the user experience

Test multiple solutions to iterate to the right design asevidenced by data

Regularly perform design audits and propose improvements to ensure quality and consistency across brands and product lines.

Work autonomously across multiple agile teams.

Build a deep understanding of user needs and business objectives in our specialist market

Build a deep understanding of user needs and business objectives in our specialist market

What we are looking for:

Strong portfolio demonstrating expertise in designing for both web and mobile platforms

4+years experience designing modern products; experience in insurtech or regulated industries would be a strong plus.

Previous experience managing other designers

History of leading discovery and ideation and aligning the group around a vision and approach

Understanding of user-centered design principles and ability to drive usable insights from user research.

Previous experience building design systems would be a strong plus.

Proven track record of designing completely new experiences and end-to-end features

Experience shipping mobile and desktop products in an agile environment

Strong commitment to doing what is right for the customer and the company

About Acorn Insurance

We are a growing business with great opportunities to build your knowledge of the financial services industry. As a specialist insurance provider, we have 40 years of experience helping people secure motor insurance across all of the UK. We help more than 50,000 customers to find a policy that meets their needs and gives them the peace of mind that comes with high-quality insurance.

At Acorn Insurance we provide full training and continuous coaching inhouse you will be given full in-depth FCA regulated industry knowledge and have all the tools necessary to help you personally grow your career with the business.

We celebrate difference and it’s important to us that we have a culture where our people feel respected and valued for who they are. We pride ourselves on being accessible and encourage inclusive environments where our people can always give and show the very best of themselves.

Why Acorn Insurance?

Acorn Insurance want to give you more than a job, we want to give you a purpose and a career. Enhanced Annual Leave entitlement starting at 31 days and potentially increasing to 35 days per year depending on grade & length of service (including bank holidays)

Company Sick Pay Scheme

Company Paid Maternity & Paternity Leave

Generous Company Pension Scheme

A comprehensive Mental Health support system via the health assured Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

A wide network of mental health first aiders.

Our very own reward and discount platform "Your tomorrow"

Fresh fruit Deliveries twice a week

£250 Refer a friend bonus

Cycle to work scheme

Free eye test vouchers and a contribution towards the frames

Regular Employment Engagement including ongoing competitions with fantastic prizes

Charity fundraising events

All roles are subject to DBS and Financial checks, any offer made will be conditional until checks are completed to a satisfactory standard.

Due to the length of training and complexity of the role, we can only accept applications from candidates who have at least one year remaining on their (Graduate/ Post study work) visa. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide visa sponsorships.

At Acorn, we are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive work environment. We recognise that candidates may have specific needs and are happy to consider reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process and working environment to accommodate individual requirements. Whether it’s modifying equipment, adjusting working hours, or providing additional support, we aim to ensure all employees can perform at their best. If you require any reasonable adjustments, please let us know during the application or interview process, and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met.