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AJ Bell

UX Designer (Contract - Outside of IR35)

AJ Bell
United Kingdom · Full-time · Mid-Senior

Job Description

UX Design Contractor – up to £400 Day Rate | Outside IR35 | 3-Month Contract (Immediate Start)

We’re currently looking for a talented UX Design Contractor to support our UX team in delivering user-centred, engaging designs across our award-winning digital platforms.

This is a day rate contract opportunity for an initial 3-month term, with the potential to extend. The role is outside of IR35 and we’re looking for someone who can hit the ground running – immediate availability is preferred.

About The Role

You’ll be working closely with cross-functional teams to translate requirements into intuitive, delightful digital experiences. Your day-to-day will involve:

  • Leading design projects from discovery through to implementation
  • Creating wireframes and interactive prototypes to communicate design ideas and test concepts
  • Collaborating with developers to ensure design intent is implemented accurately and efficiently
  • Managing iterative design cycles, using data and user feedback to refine solutions
  • Contributing to and maintaining design systems and component libraries
  • Conducting user research and usability testing to inform design decisions
  • Working within multi-disciplinary teams, including developers, content strategists, and marketers
  • Engaging stakeholders and communicating design rationale clearly
  • Championing UX across the business, proactively finding ways to share our work and thinking (e.g. blog posts, workshops)
  • Supporting junior team members and offering guidance where needed

What We’re Looking For

  • Proven experience in UX design roles
  • Strong prototyping and design skills using tools like Figma, Adobe XD, etc.
  • Deep understanding of user-centred design principles
  • A good eye for visual design and attention to detail
  • Solid understanding of accessibility standards
  • Awareness of current UX/UI trends
  • Creative, curious, and always keen to learn
  • Self-motivated with strong problem-solving abilities
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills
  • Comfortable working independently in a fast-paced environment

Ready to join us?

We’re looking to bring someone on board as soon as possible. If this sounds like a good fit for you, please apply with your CV.

Key Skills

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Posted
Apr 30, 2025
Type
Full-time
Level
Mid-Senior
Location
Manchester
Company
AJ Bell

Industries

Financial Services

Categories

Art/Creative

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