JOB DESCRIPTION
Location: Edinburgh, Hybrid.
In this position, you'll be based in the Edinburgh office for a minimum of three days a week, with the flexibility to work from home for some of your working week. Find out more about our flexible work culture at computershare.com/flex.
We give you a world of potential
Computershare has an exciting opportunity for a passionate, driven and enthusiastic individual to join our team as a Senior UX Designer. Computershare are going through a time of growth and transformation, and this is your opportunity to jump in and get involved.
So, what makes this role, different to the other roles?
• You will be given the opportunity to grow with the role and really make it your own.
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• We're a global organisation; you'll be exposed to the wider business and opportunities to work in a global capacity.
• We're passionate about developing our staff. You will be able to continue to grow and develop as a leader.
Interested? Read on to hear more!
A role you will love
We are looking for a passionate and enthusiastic, Senior UX Product Designer to lead the design process for digital products, ensuring they provide intuitive, engaging, and user-centred experiences. Within this role, you will be responsible for conducting extensive user research, translating insights into actionable design solutions, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to bring those solutions to life.
Other key responsibilities:
• Provide direction and leadership in UX/UI design, including setting design standards, best practices, and design principles.
• Lead and conduct advanced user research activities, including user interviews, surveys, and usability testing to gather insights and validate design decisions.
• Lead the creation of wireframes, prototypes, and design concepts that prioritise usability, accessibility, and user engagement.
• Ensure consistency and coherence in design solutions across product interfaces using the Computershare Design System and pattern libraries
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including product managers, developers, and designers, to ensure alignment and integration of design solutions with product development.
• Providing mentorship, guidance, and support to junior designers to foster their growth and development in the field of UX/UI design.
What will you bring to the role
We're looking for an enthusiastic, driven and passionate individual who has an in-depth understanding of UX/UK design principles, methodologies and best practices. You will be able to successfully leverage your expertise in interaction design, visual design, and usability testing to create compelling experiences that meet both user needs and business objectives, ultimately driving the success and growth of the product.
Some other key skills you'll have:
• Extensive experience in interaction design, visual design, and prototyping tools.
• Proficiency with design tools and software, such as Figma, Zeroheight and Token Studio.
• Knowledge of front-end development technologies and their impact on design decisions.
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills to address complex design challenges and make data-driven decisions.
• Creative approach to generating innovative design solutions that meet user needs and business goals.
• Demonstrated success in improving key performance indicators such as user engagement, conversion rates, and retention.
• Capacity to lead initiatives that result in tangible improvements to product design and user experience
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
Rewards designed for you
Flexible work to help you find the best balance between work and lifestyle.
Health and wellbeing rewards that can be tailored to support you and your family.
Invest in our business by setting aside salary to purchase shares in our company, and you'll receive a company contribution as well.
Extra rewards ranging from recognition awards and team get togethers to helping you invest in your future.
And more. Ours is a welcoming and close-knit community, with experienced colleagues ready to help you grow. Our handbook will help you find out more about our rewards and life at Computershare, visit computershare.com/careers-handbook.
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ABOUT US
A company to be proud of
We're a global leader in financial administration with over 12,000 employees across more than 22 different countries. At Computershare, it's more than just a job, our open and inclusive culture means that we will help you to grow, to move forward and make the most of our world of opportunities.
A diverse and inclusive place to work
At Computershare we value diversity and welcome applications from everyone, believing that an equal and inclusive culture is key to excellent results. One of the greatest advantages for our organisation is the talent and diversity of our people and we strive to ensure all our employees have an equal opportunity to contribute their ideas, bring their personality to their work and showcase their skills. For support with accommodations or adjustments during our recruitment process please visit computershare.com/access for further information.
Computershare is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by applicable law.