Role Summary:
Job Title: UX Designer (Mid, Senior, Lead)
Job Type: Permanent
Pay: £40,000 - £85,000 + Bonus + Benefits
Benefits Summary: 25 days holiday + BH, Share Incentive Plan, Private Medical Insurance, Enhanced Pension Scheme, Flexible Working, Personal Development Budget.
Location: Cheltenham (Hybrid - 3-5 days on site depending on project)
Security Clearance: Must already hold active DV Clearance
About the client:
This global powerhouse operates at the absolute frontier of national security and digital resilience. They are the invisible architects behind the systems that protect nations, handling everything from high-stakes intelligence to complex cyber-defence operations. Imagine working for an organisation that doesn't just respond to the future—they build the secure infrastructure that allows the modern world to function. They specialise in transforming raw data into actionable intelligence, ensuring that those on the front lines have the most sophisticated digital tools at their disposal.
About the job:
You will join an elite, multidisciplinary User Experience team dedicated to creating world-class digital solutions for secure government customers. This isn't just about making things look good; it's about applying rigorous User-Centred Design (UCD) methodologies to solve complex, high-pressure challenges. From the initial research phase through to implementation, you will ensure that technical feasibility and business objectives never compromise the user's ability to perform mission-critical tasks.
Key Responsibilities:
Create user-friendly, innovative design solutions that address complex national security challenges.
Develop and present design concepts through wireframes, prototypes, and visual presentations.
Evaluate and improve existing digital products with a focus on usability, inclusivity, and accessibility.
Conduct user research and testing to inform design decisions, including interviews, usability testing, and journey mapping.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, conducting knowledge sharing and mentoring junior staff.
Advocate for user needs while aligning with business goals and presenting research-backed solutions to clients.
Key Skills:
User-Centred Design, UCD, UX Research, Interaction Design, Figma, Wireframing, Prototyping, Usability Testing, Accessibility, Journey Mapping, Stakeholder Management, User Interviews, Information Architecture, Visual Design, NSD.
How to apply:
Please either apply through this advert or emailing me directly via For further information please call me: By applying for this role, you give express consent for us to process and submit (subject to required skills) your application to our client in conjunction with this vacancy only.