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Lead UX Designer

Lorien
Posted 6 days ago, valid for 2 days
Location

Manchester, Greater Manchester M17 1DJ, England

Salary

£65,000 - £80,000 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The Lead UX Designer position offers a salary range of £65,000 - £80,000 per annum, depending on experience.
  • The role is based in Manchester with hybrid working options and flexible start times between 7am and 10am.
  • Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and at least 10 years of UX experience, particularly in leading high-profile projects.
  • Key responsibilities include leading the design process for major projects, collaborating across teams, mentoring junior designers, and conducting user research.
  • Applicants should be proficient in UX tools like Figma and Adobe Creative Cloud, with a strong focus on improving user experiences.
Lead UX Designer

Salary: £65,000 - £80,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Location: Manchester - hybrid working

  • Choose your start time between 7am and 10am.

Our client are on a mission to lead the global betting and gaming industry. As part of their dynamic Product teams, you'll be at the forefront of driving cutting-edge advancements that create unrivalled experiences for millions of users worldwide.

The Role:Reporting directly to the Head of UX and Design, you will take the lead on high-impact feature developments across all digital channels, including web, mobile, and retail. As a senior figure in the product team, you will play a key role in shaping effective design processes and identifying new product development opportunities.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the end-to-end design process for high-profile projects, from discovery and research to prototyping and final high-fidelity outputs.
  • Collaborate across multiple teams and business units to uncover new product opportunities and enhance the user experience.
  • Provide creative leadership and mentorship to junior members of the UX team, fostering a culture of high performance and design excellence.
  • Conduct user research, usability testing, and leverage data insights to inform design decisions.
  • Drive improvements in team processes and contribute to a strong performance culture.
  • Stay informed of the latest UX and digital trends, bringing new ideas and new methods to the team.

What We're Looking For:

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (Interaction Design, HCI, Graphic Design, or equivalent experience).
  • 10+ years of UX experience, with a strong background in leading high-profile projects that have delivered measurable business impact.
  • Expertise in UX tools such as Figma, Adobe Creative Cloud, and research platforms (e.g., Quantum Metrics, UserZoom).
  • Extensive experience conducting user research and applying lean UX methods.
  • A collaborative mindset and the ability to work effectively across various departments and teams.

Please apply with your most recent CV if you're interested!

Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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