Responsibilities: 

Leadership & Team Management:

• Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of UX/UI designers.
• Facilitate professional development and growth within the team.
• Foster a collaborative design environment.

Design Strategy:

• Develop and implement design strategies that align with business goals.
• Advocate for user-centered design approaches across the organization.
• Collaborate with product managers, developers, and other stakeholders to define design vision and strategy.

Project Management:

• Oversee multiple design projects, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality outputs.
• Manage design resources and prioritize work to meet deadlines.
• Conduct regular design reviews and provide constructive feedback.
  
  

User Research & Testing:

• Lead user research initiatives to understand user needs and behaviours.
• Plan and conduct usability testing sessions and interpret results.
• Translate research findings into actionable design improvements.

Design Execution:

• Create wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity designs for web and mobile applications.
• Ensure all designs are aligned with brand guidelines and accessibility standards.
• Stay current with industry trends and incorporate best practices into the design process.

Collaboration:

• Work closely with cross-functional teams including development, marketing, and sales.
• Communicate design concepts and specifications clearly to stakeholders.
• Participate in product roadmap planning and prioritization.

Job requirements

Experience:

• 7+ years of experience in UX/UI design, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Proven track record of delivering successful digital products and experiences.
• Extensive hands-on experience leading UX research in a product design environment across the Design Thinking stages.
• Self-starter with the ability to define goals and strategies.
• Experience designing internal products and tools.
• Significant experience working with senior stakeholders and engineers.
• Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies is a plus.




Skills:

• Expertise in design and prototyping in Figma.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to think strategically and solve complex problems.
• Creative problem solver comfortable dealing with uncertainty.
• Ability to lead workshops relating to UX Research both in-person & remote.
• Create strong UI prototypes and high-fidelity designs showcased in a portfolio
• Proactive and positive attitude, with strong attention to detail & analytical skills.
• Outstanding written and oral communication skills.




Portfolio:

• · A strong portfolio showcasing a range of UX/UI design projects, including examples of leading design teams and strategic thinking.
  
  

Desirable Skills, Experience and Competencies:

• Experience with agile methodology.
• Experience working in a fintech industry.
• Bachelor’s/University degre