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Experience Designer

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Design
    Product
  • London
  • 14hrs left

AI generated summary

  • You must have B2B UX/Product design experience, strong visual skills, adaptability, time management, confidence in collaboration, research capabilities, inclusivity design knowledge, and negotiation skills.
  • You will design and test solutions, lead user journeys, collaborate with stakeholders, conduct research, manage priorities, and oversee design projects to deliver high-quality results on time.

Requirements

  • Industry experience as a mid-weight UX or Product Designer in a B2B setting.
  • System and service design experience to able to navigate complex and connected problem spaces
  • Adaptable to changing priorities, complexity and unknowns
  • Strong visual, interface and interaction design skills
  • Excellent time management to work effectively across multiple projects
  • Confidence challenging your peers and stakeholders
  • Taking the initiative and driving change in a fast-paced environment
  • Tailoring your approach for different audiences
  • Expertise designing and prototyping with tools such as Figma
  • Capable of conducting research and interpreting results
  • Knowledge of how to design inclusively
  • Influence and negotiation skills

Responsibilities

  • Design and test well-crafted end-to-end concepts and solutions.
  • Run design collaboration sessions with stakeholders from across the group to share insights and ideas.
  • Lead the creation of user journey flows.
  • Collaborate & align with key stakeholders around roadmap features and prioritisation.
  • Research supplier & colleague needs through observation and interviews.
  • Organise and conduct research and user testing.
  • Work within agile teams to get your solutions into the hands of our users.
  • Work with copywriters to brief new content needs across product modules as well as review the implementation of copy across sprints.
  • Coordinate with third party agencies: Act as a liaison between internal, eternal teams and development squads to ensure new UX and UI directions are feasible, aligned with business goals, and implemented in upcoming sprints.
  • Gather and prioritise feature requirements as well as ensuring smooth handovers to Engineering teams.
  • Build and maintain strong cross-functional relationships.
  • Manage competing priorities and communicate design decisions clearly.
  • Oversee concurrent design projects, meeting quality standards.
  • Deliver high-quality designs on time, meeting user and business needs.
  • Own the entire design process, from start to finish.
  • Ideally B2B experience.

FAQs

What is the job title for this role?

The job title is Experience Designer.

Where is the job located?

The job is located at the Holborn Store Support Centre and Home in London, EC1N 2HT.

What type of contract is being offered?

The contract type being offered is permanent.

What is the closing date for applications?

The closing date for applications is 13 April 2025.

What business area will this role be part of?

This role will be part of Sainsbury's Tech.

What are the key responsibilities of the Experience Designer?

Key responsibilities include designing engaging digital solutions, conducting research and user testing, collaborating with stakeholders, and managing design projects.

What experience is required for this role?

The ideal candidate should have experience in a mid-weight design role, particularly in a B2B setting, and be able to solve problems independently and collaboratively.

What skills are essential for this position?

Essential skills include system and service design experience, strong visual and interaction design skills, expertise in design and prototyping tools like Figma, and good time management.

Will there be support provided for personal development?

Yes, there will be support provided for personal development, including a thriving design culture and opportunities to discuss and share work.

What benefits come with this position?

Benefits include colleague discounts, pension schemes, life cover, annual holiday allowance, performance-related bonus, and various well-being benefits.

Is there a focus on work-life balance?

Yes, the company emphasizes flexible working options with a focus on work-life balance.

What is the expected salary for this role?

The salary is competitive, plus benefits.

Is there any specific knowledge required regarding design inclusivity?

Yes, knowledge of how to design inclusively is required for this position.

How will the role collaborate with external teams?

The Experience Designer will coordinate with third-party agencies and act as a liaison to ensure alignment with business goals.

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Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1869
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Sainsbury's is one of the UK's leading supermarket chains, offering a wide range of groceries, household essentials, clothing, and other products both in-store and online. With a focus on quality, affordability, and convenience, Sainsbury's serves millions of customers across the country through its network of stores, online shopping platform, and delivery services. Committed to sustainability and social responsibility, Sainsbury's strives to reduce its environmental impact, support local communities, and promote healthier living choices among its customers.

Benefits

  • Colleague discount card

    4 weeks into your role, you’re eligible for a handy 10% off your shop. That’s every time you spend with Sainsbury’s, Argos or Habitat, in store and online. And you can nominate a second user for your card, be that your mother, brother or significant other (as long as you live at the same address).

  • Annual bonus scheme

    While our bonus schemes vary across different sites and roles, they all share the same feel-good factor. Good to know.

  • Pensions

    Planning for your future? So are we. We’ll automatically enroll you onto our pension scheme. And we’ll give you free life cover, equating to a year’s pay. If you choose to pay more with Step Up contributions, then your pension and life cover increases.

  • Holidays

    Whilst holiday allowances vary across roles, we offer a paid holiday entitlement that grows as your career does.

  • Love it

    Enjoy group outings and fun activities? The you’ll love “love it!”. Love it is the home for hundreds of exclusive discounts and savings at over a thousand retailers, including restaurants, cinemas and retail stores. What’s not to love?

  • Awards for long service

    We owe so much to our long-serving colleagues. That’s why we’re all about rewarding their continuous service and celebrating their key milestones. Just the way it should be.