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Senior UI Designer

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Barclays

3mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Design
    Product

AI generated summary

  • You should have extensive experience in pixel-perfect UI design, design systems, and responsive digital products; mentor juniors; communicate design rationale; and provide detailed asset specifications.
  • You will design user-centric banking experiences, collaborate with teams, prototype concepts, conduct research, ensure compliance, and innovate within fintech trends to enhance user experience.

Requirements

  • A solid understanding and hands-on experience of crafting 'pixel perfect' fully documented, user interface designs for a variety of platforms, including specifications and other high-quality, on-brand, design deliverables.
  • An understanding and experience of brand, digital design systems and pattern libraries. You can work with and design for these as well as challenge and evolve them.
  • Experience across different types of digital product design, for example: portals, software tools, web, dashboards. Responsive and/or app design.
  • Can prepare detailed design specifications and different types of assets for developers so they can ensure the final product closely aligns to the design, this includes building effective working relationships.
  • Experience in any of these areas: designing accessible and inclusive interfaces; creation of digital design systems; native app design; motion design.
  • Can solve problems creatively and communicate complex information visually from iconography to interfaces.
  • Can clearly, and in detail, discuss your design approach, ideas, thinking and rationale.
  • A team player who can oversee other members of the design team as required and provide mentoring and guidance to junior designers.
  • You may be assessed on the key critical skills relevant for success in role, such as risk and controls, change and transformation, business acumen strategic thinking and digital and technology, as well as job-specific technical skills.
  • Where possible, please submit your portfolio along with your application as you’ll be expected showcase your work during the interview process.

Responsibilities

  • Conceptualisation, design and implementation of user-centric digital banking products and experiences, ensuring alignment with customer needs, industry best practices and business objectives. Monitoring impact of design post launch through relevant CX metrics.
  • Collaboration with cross-functional teams including product managers, developers, business analysts to translate business requirements into compelling user experiences. Efficiently communicate design rationale and advocate for user-centred design principles. Advocate and champion Design Principles within the organisation.
  • Development of interactive prototypes and wireframes to visualise design concepts and validate solutions. Iterate designs based on feedback, incorporating changing technical and business requirements and user feedback.
  • Evaluation of the technical feasibility, legal compliance, and potential risks associated with the development and launch of the new product. Securing governance oversite and providing design assurance.
  • User research, usability testing and data analysis to gather insights in user behaviour, preferences and pain points. Utilise findings to inform design decisions and enhance the over user experience and translate these into commercial and customer outcomes.
  • Stay abreast of emerging trends, technologies and design tools within the fintech and banking industry. Proactively identify opportunities for innovation and improvement in product design processes, tools and methodologies.

FAQs

What is the role of a Senior UI Designer at Barclays?

The Senior UI Designer will be responsible for designing banking experiences for Barclays customers, working with various stakeholders, leading projects from concept to design delivery, and creating user-centric digital banking products.

Where is the Senior UI Designer position located?

The successful candidate will be based in Northampton.

What kind of experience is required for this position?

Candidates should have hands-on experience crafting 'pixel perfect' UI designs, experience with digital design systems and pattern libraries, and a background in design for various digital platforms including portals, software tools, and responsive app design.

Is a portfolio required for the application?

Yes, applicants are encouraged to submit their portfolio along with their application, as they will be expected to showcase their work during the interview process.

What are some key responsibilities of this role?

Key responsibilities include conceptualizing and implementing user-centric digital banking products, collaborating with cross-functional teams, developing interactive prototypes, evaluating technical feasibility, conducting user research, and staying updated on emerging trends in the fintech industry.

What skills are highly valued for this Senior UI Designer position?

Highly valued skills include experience in creating accessible and inclusive interfaces, motion design, problem-solving creatively, mentoring junior designers, and effectively communicating design ideas and rationale.

What are the expectations for an Assistant Vice President in this role?

Expectations include consulting on complex issues, identifying risk mitigation strategies, managing risk, engaging in complex data analysis, and influencing stakeholders to achieve desired outcomes.

How does Barclays prioritize design principles within the organization?

The Senior UI Designer is expected to advocate and champion user-centered design principles and design consistency within the organization, ensuring alignment with customer needs and industry best practices.

What kind of environments do the designers collaborate with?

Designers will collaborate with cross-functional teams including product managers, developers, and business analysts to translate business requirements into effective user experiences.

What company values are expected to be demonstrated by all colleagues?

All colleagues are expected to demonstrate Barclays Values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence, and Stewardship, along with the Barclays Mindset of Empower, Challenge, and Drive.

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Barclays

Finance
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1690
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Barclays is a British universal bank. We are diversified by business, by different types of customers and clients, and by geography. Our businesses include consumer banking and payments operations around the world, as well as a top-tier, full service, global corporate and investment bank, all of which are supported by our service company which provides technology, operations and functional services across the Group. With over 325 years of history and expertise in banking, Barclays operates in over 40 countries and employs approximately 83,500 people. Barclays moves, lends, invests and protects money for customers and clients worldwide. Barclays is a trading name of Barclays Bank PLC and its subsidiaries. Barclays Bank PLC is registered in England and is authorised by the Prudential Regulation Authority and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and the Prudential Regulation Authority. Registered in England. Registered No. 1026167. Registered office: 1 Churchill Place, London E14 5HP.