UX / UI Designer (3–5 Years) - £40,000 - £55,000 – Stockport – Hybrid working
About the Role
This is an exciting opportunity for an individual who wants to accelerate their career in a team who value the individuals who work there. Our client is a well-established software company specialising in management solutions. They're looking for a talented UX / UI Designer (3–5 years' experience) to join their product team. The designer will focus on building intuitive, user-centred interfaces and will work closely with product managers, developers, and QA engineers. A strong understanding of Figma is essential; experience with vanilla JavaScript is a plus to help with prototyping and collaborating effectively with engineers.
Key Responsibilities
* Conduct user research (interviews, surveys, usability testing) to understand user needs and behaviours
* Analyse qualitative and quantitative data to inform design decisions
* Create user flows, personas, journey maps, wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups
* Design UI components in Figma, ensuring consistency in typography, spacing, colours, and interaction
* Develop and maintain a design system (component library, style guide, patterns)
* Conduct usability testing and iterate designs based on feedback
* Work closely with product, engineering, and QA teams to ensure designs are technically feasible and implemented correctly
* Prepare design documentation and assets for hand-off to development
* Champion usability, accessibility, and best design practices
* (Optional) Use vanilla JavaScript knowledge to prototype interactions or evaluate technical constraints
Skills & Qualifications
Essential:
* 3–5 years' experience in a UX / UI design role
* Strong portfolio demonstrating end-to-end design process
* Proficiency in Figma (or similar design tools)
* Experience in user research and usability testing
* Excellent visual design skills (typography, layout, colour theory)
* Experience building or maintaining a design system
* Strong communication skills; able to present and justify design decisions
* Empathetic and user-focused mindset
Desirable:
* Knowledge of front-end technologies (vanilla JavaScript especially)
* Experience in motion design or micro-animations
* Familiarity with analytics tools (Hotjar, Google Analytics, etc.)
* Experience in SaaS / B2B product design
* Understanding of accessibility standards (e.g. WCAG)
* Experience with A/B testing
Personal Attributes
* Passionate about the work you do
* Detail-oriented, with a passion for pixel-perfect design
* Adaptable; comfortable working in an agile environment
* Strong collaborator and team player
* Self-motivated, able to take ownership of design projects
Benefits
* Hybrid working model
* Flexible start and finish times
* Professional development: funded training & design certifications
* Generous annual leave (with increase based on service)
* Office perks: snacks, good coffee, regular team lunches
* Social events and team building
* Parking provided
Why This Role Matters
* Significant opportunity to influence the UX / UI of a core product used by agencies
* Work with a cross-functional, agile team
* Help build and scale a design system
* Drive user-centred thinking and usability across the product
* Working with a client focus and making a real difference to projects
Interested? Don't delay in applying – Interviews happening immediately.
UX / UI Designer (3–5 Years) - £40,000 - £55,000 – Stockport - Hybrid Working