Overview
Methods is a £100M+ IT Services Consultancy partnered with central government departments and agencies to transform the public sector in the UK. Established over 30 years ago and UK-based, we apply our skills in transformation, delivery, and collaboration to create end-to-end business and technical solutions that are people-centred, safe, and designed for the future.
We focus on the public sector but are building a significant private sector client portfolio. Methods was acquired by the Alten Group in early 2022.
Role overview
Job Title: User experience designer (UX)
Location: Hybrid (Remote with UK travel required)
As a User experience designer, you will play a pivotal role in creating user-centred designs that resonate with our audience and align with government standards. Your designs will advocate for simplicity, accessibility, and effectiveness, grounded in evidence-based research and organisational objectives.
Key responsibilities
* Develop and implement design practices and standards consistent with government or client guidelines
* Identify, develop and use best practice and standards to design services consistent with the rest of government or our client organisations
* Collaborate within a multidisciplinary team by sharing design work, and participate in research
* Advocate for user needs, crafting accessible and responsive services
* Create wireframes and prototypes to test and refine ideas based on user feedback
* Map user journeys and visualise design challenges collaboratively
* Engage in and contribute to the design community within Methods and across government and client entities
* Pursue continuous learning to enhance skills and knowledge in digital design
Essential skills and experience
* Strong communication skills, capable of presenting ideas clearly
* Proficient in visual and interaction design, creating user-friendly interfaces
* Experience with prototyping, user research, and evidence-based design decision-making
* Familiarity with HTML, CSS, and responsive design principles
* Knowledge of coding interactive prototypes
* Experience working with tools such as Figma, Miro, Github, Notion
* Experience working in an agile development environment
* Familiarity with the GDS/GOV.UK style guide and service design standard
* Understanding of accessibility standards and designing for diverse user needs
Qualifications
* Relevant industry experience in digital or interaction design
This role will require you to have or be willing to go through Security Clearance. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website Gov.UK. If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed, or rejected. Details of this will be discussed with you at interview.
Benefits
* Autonomy to develop and grow your skills and experience
* Be part of exciting project work that is making a difference in society
* Strong, inspiring and thought-provoking leadership
* A supportive and collaborative environment
* Development: access to LinkedIn Learning, a management development programme, and training
* Wellness: 24/7 confidential employee assistance programme
* Flexible Working: including home working and part time
* Social: office parties, breakfast Tuesdays, monthly pizza Thursdays, Thirsty Thursdays, and commitment to charitable causes
* Time Off: 25 days of annual leave a year, plus bank holidays, with the option to buy 5 extra days each year
* Volunteering: 2 paid days per year to volunteer in our local communities or within a charity organisation
* Pension: Salary Exchange Scheme with 4% employer contribution and 5% employee contribution
* Discretionary Company Bonus: based on company and individual performance
* Life Assurance: 4 times base salary
* Private Medical Insurance: non-contributory (spouse and dependants included)
* Worldwide Travel Insurance: non-contributory (spouse and dependants included)
* Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay
* Travel: season ticket loan, cycle to work scheme
* For a full list of benefits please visit our website (www.methods.co.uk/careers/benefits)
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