Lead Service & UX Designer

Lead Service & UX Designer Package: Up to £95,000 15% Bonus Location: London - Hybrid In office: 2-3 days per week The Opportunity: A Digital Design Consultancy seeks an influential Lead Service & UX Designer to help design and implement a transformative Government Digital Service (GDS). The Role: Enhance Design Capabilities: Collaborate with Design, Client Services, and Project Management teams to create innovative experiences for users Mentor and Guide: Act as both a practitioner and mentor throughout the design process, from research to final product development. Lead Design Initiatives: Drive client workshops and brainstorming sessions while establishing clear design principles. User-Focused Approach: Ensure designs are grounded in user insights from research partnerships and internal teams. Innovate Practices: Evolve Service Design methods by integrating new insights and approaches. Nurture Talent: Provide constructive feedback to junior designers, fostering their development and growth. Key Requirements: Previous experience working on Government Digital Service (GDS) projects. Active SC Security Clearance is preferred. Career background in UX Design before transitioning into Service Design Proven ability to lead senior-level workshops and collaborate with stakeholders to produce detailed, high-quality deliverables, such as wireframes, prototypes, and user journeys. Skilled in managing multi-designer projects and mentoring junior designers to foster team growth. Expertise in service design methodologies and tools, including Adobe CC, InVision, Sketch, and Axure, with a strong capability to create sketches and explore concepts. Resilient in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments, with an entrepreneurial mindset and strong business acumen. Continuously updated on emerging technologies and the digital economy, fueled by curiosity and a passion for innovation. Possesses a broad strategic perspective, champions user-centred design principles and effectively tackles complex challenges with a craft-focused approach. Excellent communicator, confident in presenting ideas, actively listening, and skilled at asking insightful questions to engage clients and team members For more information, please apply below or contact me directly. Contact | 02077806706 LinkedIn | George Bates | LinkedIn Email | george.batesansonmccade.com Lead Service & UX Designer

Location: The City, GB

Posted Date: 1/30/2025