User experience designer jobs in United Kingdom - Page 3

Job title: Service Designer Rate: £558 per day inside ir35 Contract: 6 months Location: Remote SC security clearance is required for this role Job Summary We are seeking an SC-cleared Service Designer with strong Public Sector and Government Digital Services (GDS) experience to lead the design of end-to-end, user-centred services. You will shape accessible, usable and scalable services that meet both user needs and policy intent, working closely with multidisciplinary teams to support major digital transformation programmes. Responsibilities Lead the service design of end-to-end services that meet user needs and deliver policy intent Design user-centred services ensuring accessibility and usability across digital touchpoints and service journeys Map and analyse complex service ecosystems to identify pain points, opportunities and dependencies Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including policy, operations, product, delivery, system design and UCD Design openly and collaboratively, sharing knowledge with teams and wider communities (where security allows) Map existing online and offline systems and processes using verified information to produce accurate "as-is" views Create service blueprints, journey maps and visual artefacts to communicate service design clearly Facilitate workshops and co-creation sessions with users and stakeholders Align service design with organisational goals, technical constraints and delivery capabilities Advocate for user-centred and inclusive design practices across the organisation Support the development of service strategies and transformation roadmaps Track and document out-of-scope pain points for future delivery consideration Mentor junior service designers and contribute to the wider design community Ensure services are designed for scalability, sustainability and continuous improvement Skillset Required Active SC clearance Proven experience as a Service Designer within the UK Public Sector Strong knowledge of Government Digital Service (GDS) standards and ways of working Expertise in end-to-end service design and user-centred design methodologies Experience mapping complex services and ecosystems Strong facilitation and workshop leadership skills Ability to translate complexity into clear visual artefacts (blueprints, journey maps, service maps) Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills Experience working within multidisciplinary delivery teams Strong advocate for accessibility, usability and inclusive design Ability to balance user needs, policy intent and technical constraints Experience contributing to service strategy and digital transformation initiatives Coaching or mentoring experience is highly desirable If you are interested in this role, please feel free to submit your CV

Service Designers - Government Contract Opportunity (GDS Experience Required) Sector: Government IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Location: Fully Remote Contract Length: Initially until end of March Extension: Likely 3-month rolling extension thereafter £400-£450pd (Inside IR35) We are currently seeking experienced Service Designers to join a high-profile Government programme, supporting large-scale public service transformation initiatives. Role Overview As a Service Designer, you will play a key role in shaping and improving end-to-end services, ensuring they are user-centred, accessible, and aligned with Government Digital Service (GDS) standards and service assessments. You will work within multidisciplinary agile teams to design and deliver services that meet user needs and government best practice. Ideal Candidate Strong experience in Service Design within complex environments Proven experience working to GDS standards and preparing for GDS service assessments Deep understanding of user-centred design principles Experience within central government or wider public sector (highly desirable) Comfortable working in multidisciplinary agile teams...

Interaction Designers Salary - £70k-£75k + Generous Benefits Package Hybrid Working | UK Wide Deerfoot Recruitment is supporting a leading consultancy organisation with the recruitment of multiple Interaction Designers to support major public sector programmes. These roles offer the opportunity to work on high-profile UK Government digital services, delivering user-centred, accessible and GDS-compliant solutions within agile, multidisciplinary teams. Key Responsibilities Designing user-centred, accessible digital services aligned to GDS standards Producing high-quality interaction designs, user flows, wireframes and prototypes Collaborating with researchers, developers, product managers and stakeholders Presenting and justifying design decisions using evidence-based approaches Contributing to agile delivery across complex public sector projects Leading, mentoring and supporting designers (senior roles)Essential Experience Proven interaction design experience within GDS and the public sector Strong grounding in user-centred design from discovery to delivery Experience working in agile, fast-paced environments Ability to engage with senior stakeholders and multidisciplinary teams Proficiency with tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, InVision Line management or mentoring experience (senior roles)Location & Working Pattern Hybrid working - minimum 2 days per week onsite (Multiple base office location options UK wide) Security & Eligibility Candidates must be UK-based with the right to work in the UK (no sponsorship available) Must be eligible for SC clearance (5 years continuous UK residency required)This is an excellent opportunity for experienced Interaction Designers seeking impactful public sector work within a collaborative consultancy environment. Interaction Designer / Interaction Designer (GDS) / UX Designer (User Experience Designer / UX Interaction Designer / UX/UI Designer / Senior Interaction Designer Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions Ltd is a leading independent tech recruitment consultancy in the UK. For every CV sent to clients, we donate £1 to The Born Free Foundation. We are a Climate Action Workforce in partnership with Ecologi. If this role isn't right for you, explore our referral reward program with payouts at interview and placement milestones. Visit our website for details. Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy

My client is a leading Design and Build company specialising in very high end Office Fitout - with projects ranging in value from £3mil up to £30mil and more. They are currently expanding their team and are on the lookout for a Senior Technical Designer. You MUST be able to use Revit. Roles: Strategise projects, clients in regard to winning strategies, de-risking, quality control, competency and compliance amongst others project specific. • Manage client expectations and maintain clear communication on technical aspects of the design., • Oversee/create the technical design documentation from schematics, sketches through to construction., • Lead/create the design coordination between architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, public health etc., and the full construction team., • Translate the conceptual designs into detailed, buildable solutions without compromising design intent, cost, compliance, or programme., • Review/create all technical drawing packages from design development to construction documentation including practical completion., • Oversee/assist in the resolution of complex design challenges related to structure, finishes, systems, and constructability., • Ensure accuracy, clarity, and compliance in all technical drawings, documentation, and specifications., • Review reference materials and site documentation to ensure design accuracy through allocated projects., • Enforce technical design standards and best practices., • Support the Design team by offering solutions that balance aesthetic goals with practical execution., • Conduct qualitty and risk assurance, • Coordinator with relevant teams / stakeholders, • Documentation compliance, • Site and construction support Required skills: • Revit user, • Strong communication skills, • Experience within Office Fitout of large value in the UK (£3 - 30mil), • Regulatory knowledge of CDM 2015, Building Regulations and all associated documentation, Risk Assessments and Residual Risk Registers, Golden Thread., • Strong knowledge of construction detailing, building codes, and material technologies

Are you a senior Service Designer with experience working within the Public Sector? If so, I have an exciting opportunity for you within the public sector. I am working with a firm who are looking to bring on a Senior Service Designer on a contract basis, the role would run until the end of October initially (around 7/8 months) and would be inside IR35 with a rate of between £600-£700 p/d. This be would hybrid with 1 day a week on site and can work out of their London, Cardiff or Glasgow Offices Requirements • Professional experience in service design (lead criteria), • Professional experience of working with Interaction Design, Content Design and User Research (lead criteria), • Demonstrable experience designing systems for use across multiple services, and identifying the simplest of a variety of approaches, • Ability to make and justify decisions characterised by high levels of risk, impact and complexity, • Ability to prioritise and mitigate design constraints, • Experience working as a service designer in public sector, • Experience working to the GDS service standard and undertaking service assessments...

Certain Advantage are recruiting on behalf of our Trading client for an Experience Designer to work in London (3 days per week onsite) on a contract basis initially until Dec 2026. We’re looking for Designers skilled across the end-to-end design lifecycle with a strong sense of ownership, who can come prepared by offering a strong portfolio demonstrating how you've shaped direction, influenced outcomes and solved complex challenges in high-context environments. This is a fantastic opportunity for a proactive Experience Designer who can confidently operate across the full design lifecycle. Partnering with stakeholders across the Trading business you’ll shape and deliver effective, user-centred solutions for internal systems and business-critical tools. You'll lead the experience design process across projects from discovery through to delivery, working independently or in collaboration with others. You'll engage with users and stakeholders to uncover needs, validate assumptions and shape direction. You'll translate insights into clear, testable concepts and work closely with developers to ensure high-quality delivery of your designs. What we need from you Demonstrable experience across user research, product, interface and service design, with deep expertise in at least one discipline and proven experience in complex enterprise or trading environments Fluent in design methods and tools such as Design Thinking, Figma, service blueprinting, journey mapping, ecosystem mapping, etc. A strong portfolio demonstrating how you've shaped direction, influenced outcomes and solved complex challenges in high-context environments Proficiency in Figma and FigJam, including design systems, components and interactive prototyping A solid grasp of usability and accessibility standards (e.g. WCAG, ISO 9241), and how to apply them in complex, data-dense UIs Skilled across the end-to-end design lifecycle, from framing problems and research through to execution and developer handoff in data-rich, multi-system contexts Does this sound like your next career move? Apply today! Working with Certain Advantage We go the extra mile to find the best people for the job. If you’re hunting for a role where you can make an impact and grow your career, we’ll work with you to find it. We work with businesses across the UK to find the best people in Finance, Marketing, IT and Engineering. If this job isn’t for you, head to (url removed) and register for job alerts and career guidance tips

Job Title: Product Designer - Design System Location: City of London, 2-3 days per week Contract Type: Temporary (12 Months) Salary: DOE Working Pattern: Full Time Are you ready to make a significant impact in the world of financial technology? Our client, a leading financial institution, is seeking a talented Product Designer - Design System to join their dynamic team in the heart of London. If you have a passion for design and a knack for creating user-friendly experiences, this could be the perfect opportunity for you! About the Role: As a Product Designer, you will play a crucial role in enhancing both consumer (B2C) and developer (B2B) experiences. You'll be embedded in a design-led, cross-functional team, focusing on crafting consistent, scalable, and user-centric solutions across the payment ecosystem. Your expertise in design systems will help shape and evolve the standards that ensure outstanding experiences for customers and developers alike. What You'll Be Doing: Collaborate closely with engineers to refine design system components and patterns for B2C checkout flows and B2B developer platforms. Drive innovative design initiatives that enhance the journeys of both customers and developers. Champion the adoption of design systems, educating teams and stakeholders on best practices and updates.About You: Proactive in stakeholder collaboration and comfortable navigating ambiguity. Exceptional attention to detail, especially with visual design principles such as composition, typography, and layout. Demonstrable expertise in user-centered design, with a track record in both consumer and developer-facing products. Proficient in Figma, with a solid understanding of HTML/CSS and advanced Figma features like Auto Layout and Components. A portfolio that highlights your contributions to design systems and showcases your work for B2C and B2B audiences. Proven ability to deliver products across both desktop and mobile platforms. A deep understanding of scalable, modular, and accessible designs that serve diverse user bases. Thrives in collaborative, fast-paced environments and works effectively with multidisciplinary teams. Open to giving and receiving constructive feedback to elevate team outcomes. Experience with experimentation and data-driven design decisions. At least 4 years of experience in digital product design, focusing on design systems and cross-platform solutions.Nice to Have: Hands-on experience collaborating with developers to create robust design systems. A background in both design and development, or experience building websites and apps for diverse audiences.How to Apply: If you're excited about creating impactful, scalable designs that transform experiences for both customers and developers, we'd love to hear from you! Please submit your CV, portfolio, and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and enthusiasm for this opportunity. Join us in shaping the future of financial technology! Apply today and be part of a passionate team dedicated to innovation and excellence. 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. 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. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you

Conversation Designer London (Hybrid - 2 days onsite) £600 per day (via umbrella) 6-month contract We're supporting a leading UK financial services organisation undergoing an exciting period of digital evolution. As part of this journey, they're looking for an experienced Conversation Designer to shape intuitive, human-centred conversational experiences across digital channels. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about crafting clear, natural, and customer-friendly dialogue - someone who understands how to turn complex processes into seamless, supportive interactions. The Role You'll be responsible for designing end-to-end conversational journeys across chatbot and messaging platforms, ensuring interactions feel simple, engaging, and aligned to brand tone of voice. Working closely with Product, UX, Content, and Engineering teams, you'll help create digital conversations that genuinely improve customer experience - reducing friction, increasing clarity, and driving resolution. What You'll Be Doing Designing structured conversational flows and dialogue models Writing clear, natural, and brand-aligned conversational copy Mapping user journeys and identifying friction points Designing fallback paths and escalation journeys Collaborating with UX, product, and technical teams to bring designs to life Iterating on live conversations using feedback, testing, and performance data Ensuring accessibility and inclusive language standards are met What We're Looking For Proven experience in conversation design, UX writing, or interaction design Strong understanding of dialogue flow, intent modelling, and user journey mapping Ability to simplify complex information into clear, supportive conversations Experience working in agile, cross-functional teams Strong stakeholder communication skills Experience in financial services or regulated environments (desirable) Nice to have: Exposure to conversational AI tools or chatbot platforms Awareness of emerging AI capabilities in digital customer journeys 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. Candidates will ideally show evidence of the above in their CV to be considered please click the "apply" button. 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. Please be advised if you haven't heard from us within 48 hours then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion, we may however keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you accordingly

UX Designer** (Contract) Duration: 6 Months (Possibility for extension) Location: London/Hybrid (2 days per week on site) Rate: A highly competitive Umbrella Day Rate is available for suitable candidates Role Profile As an Interaction Designer, you will play a pivotal role in our mission to improve customer acquisition and optimize onboarding journeys. You will work closely with a Content Designer and a Design Researcher, collaborating daily with Product Owners and Engineers to shape solutions that meet user needs and business goals. Key Responsibilities: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and enhance user interactions for our public website and mobile platforms. Focus on improving the onboarding experience for new customers, ensuring a streamlined and engaging process. Optimize existing onboarding journeys, addressing pain points and enhancing user satisfaction. Utilize a design library to create and maintain screens, ensuring consistency and quality across all digital touchpoints. Partner with team members to field questions and collaboratively develop design solutions. Skills & Experience: Proven experience as an Interaction Designer, particularly in the banking or financial services industry. A strong portfolio showcasing your design work, especially in mobile-first environments. Experience working with a design library and maintaining screens that adhere to brand and usability standards. Excellent collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment. A user-centered approach to design, with a keen understanding of user needs and behaviors. 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

Senior Front-End Developer (Creative Technologist) * 6-month contract (initially) * Market Rates * Inside IR35 * Remote Working (+ x1 day per week in central London) The Opportunity Our client is seeking a Senior Creative Technologist / Senior Front-End Developer to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of their digital experience delivery. Joining a forward-thinking organisation at the intersection of design, technology and innovation, where you will help define how advanced prototypes and production-ready digital platforms are conceived, engineered and delivered. You will be consulting alongside the Technology Director, Lead Visual Designer and an established Offshore Development team to ensure creative ideas are not only technically achievable but executed to an exceptional standard. The successful candidate will bring experience partnering with leading, high profile, global brands providing creative technology consultancy that aligns creative ambition with technical feasibility across multidisciplinary creative and development teams. The Role: This is an opportunity to influence the delivery of globally recognised digital experiences while working within a highly creative and technically ambitious environment where you will have genuine input into technology direction, innovation strategy and creative execution. You will operate as a senior technical voice within the business, translating conceptual ideas into high-performance digital experiences while influencing architectural and technology decisions across a range of complex projects. NB: This role is remote-first, with collaborative in-person sessions in the central London office one day per week. Skills and Experience Essential * Minimum of 7 years’ professional front-end development experience, including senior or leadership responsibility * Expert knowledge of JavaScript, TypeScript, React and modern build pipelines * Proven experience delivering technically complex prototypes and digital products with a strong background in creative technology and interactive digital experience development * Advanced experience with animation frameworks such as GSAP, Lottie or Framer Motion, with experience integrating APIs, headless CMS platforms and cloud-based architectures * Demonstrated experience collaborating across global and cross-functional teams, possessing strong communication skills with ability to engage both technical and creative stakeholders Desirable * Experience with web-based 3D technologies including Three.js, WebGL or shader development * Exposure to AI or machine-learning driven creative workflows * Previous experience within digital agencies, creative studios or innovation environments Role and Responsibilities: Creative Technology Leadership * Lead development of high-fidelity prototypes, proof-of-concepts and immersive digital experiences * Drive adoption and exploration of emerging technologies including AI-driven creative tooling, WebGL, WebAR, immersive web and creative coding techniques * Translate conceptual and design-led thinking into scalable technical solutions * Provide technical insight to creative and strategic stakeholders on feasibility, innovation opportunities and implementation approaches Senior Front-End Engineering * Own the front-end architecture and delivery across complex digital builds * Develop sophisticated, high-performance interfaces using React, TypeScript, and modern front-end tooling * Contribute to the evolution of component libraries and internal design systems * Deliver best-in-class animation, interaction, accessibility and performance optimisation Cross-Disciplinary Collaboration * Partner closely with design leadership to deliver visually exceptional, pixel-perfect user experiences * Support technical discovery, scoping workshops and stakeholder presentations * Mentor developers and promote knowledge sharing across distributed teams Innovation and Standards * Evaluate and introduce emerging frameworks, tools and methodologies * Champion best practice across performance, testing, accessibility and development workflows * Contribute to long-term creative technology strategy and capability development Applications: Please contact Edward here at ISR Recruitment regarding this newly created contract role working as a Senior Front End Developer (Creative Technology) on an Inside IR35 basis; as well as learning more about our client and how they are leading the way in developing the next generation of technology solutions within their sector through innovation and transformational technology?