UX Design Manager

at  Dentsu Aegis Network

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Job Title:
UX Design Manager
Job Description:
Introduction
Dentsu is the network designed for what’s next, helping clients predict and plan for disruptive future opportunities and create new paths to growth in the sustainable economy. Taking a people-centered approach to business transformation, we use insights to connect brand, content, commerce and experience, underpinned by modern creativity.
Dentsu International is a global leader that specialises in Sales, Marketing, Customer Experience, and Retention to enable clients to keep “winning” whilst ensuring customer growth and experience is at the very forefront for their businesses.
We’re hiring a UX/UI Designer on a 12 month FTC . You will be part of our team in Manchester or London working on a hybrid basis.
Purpose of the role
We blend strategy and creativity to provide exceptional user experiences and drive measurable results. Our team is passionate, dynamic, and fast-paced.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in both UX and UI design and will be confident in creating engaging and intuitive designs. You will work across multiple clients and industries to create best-in-class user experiences.
The role also requires some management skills to ensure work is delegated and delivered accurately. Experience in conducting UX research is a desirable bonus.

Key Responsibilities

• Create visually compelling and user-friendly responsive webpage designs across desktop, mobile and tablet.
• Develop wireframes, high-fidelity designs and rapid prototypes, that effectively communicate design ideas and solutions.
• Iterate on designs based on user feedback and performance metrics/insights.
• Actively participate in project kick-offs, workshops, ideations and team meetings.
• Occasionally support with injecting creativity into presentations or new business pitch assets.
• Adhere to various brand guidelines across multiple clients and industries.
• Keep up to date with industry trends.

• Support with UX Research (surveys, interviews, and usability testing)

  Key Skills

• Proficiency in leading design tools: Figma and Adobe Creative Suite (in particular XD, Illustrator, Photoshop)

• Strong understanding of UX principles including information architecture, hierarchy, user flows and accessibility.
• Strong understanding of design fundamentals including colour theory, typography and balance.
• Ability to analyse research data and translate findings into actionable design improvements.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to confidently present and defend design decisions to both internal and client stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and creative flair.
• Ability to manage multiple projects across multiple clients, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic understanding of Front-End technologies: HTML, CSS, REACT, JavaScript would be an added bonus.
• An understanding of media and digital agency departments would be highly advantageous but not mandatory (SEO, PPC, Digital PR, Paid/Organic Social)
• Ability to create simple animations and edit videos using Adobe After Effects is beneficial but not essential.

Experience

• 3+ years of experience in UX/UI design
• Experience working on complex SaaS or enterprise level tools/platforms (e.g. Software and tooling design, portals, dashboards and intranets, learning services). Any experience in designing tools with a workflow/service design angle too is advantageous.
• Experience working with data, testing, research and analytics to support decision-making.

• Experience in conducting user research is useful but not mandatory. We have a small dedicated research team who we often support and collaborate with.

  What we offer
  This is a Fixed Term Contract for 12 months
  The role is based from either our Manchester or London office and operates under flexible working conditions.

As well as a competitive salary, you’ll enjoy a benefits package that you can tailor to your needs which includes:

• Competitive Salary
• Company-provided Medical Healthcare
• Generous Pension provisions
• Health and Wellness benefits
• Volunteering days
• Life Assurance
• Working in diverse teams where you can make a real impact.
• Exciting and rewarding environment.
• Varied work across industries

Inclusion and Diversity
Our diverse and inclusive culture enables our employees to bring their whole selves to work and be proud of doing so. For us, this is the foundation for great innovation which, in turn, generates better outcomes for our people, partners and communities. This is why we encourage applications from people with disabilities, and of all ages, nationalities, backgrounds and cultures.
We are happy to discuss flexible and agile approaches to working for all our roles – we can’t promise we will be able to offer you everything you want or need but we do promise to discuss it with you openly and honestly. If you have any reasonable adjustment needs arising from a disability or medical condition to fully participate in the recruitment process, please discuss this with our recruitment teams.
About dentsu
Taking a people-centered approach to business transformation, we use insights to connect brand, content, commerce and experience, underpinned by modern creativity. As part of Dentsu Group Inc. we are headquartered in Tokyo, Japan and our 65,000 employee-base of dedicated professionals work across four regions (Japan, Americas, EMEA and APAC). Dentsu combines Japanese innovation with a diverse, global perspective to drive client growth and to shape society.
Diversity, equity, and inclusion sits at the heart of our Social Impact strategy – our fully integrated sustainability strategy which includes our ambition to build a fair and more equal society, where everyone is equipped to thrive.
Location:
London
Brand:
Dentsu Media
Time Type:
Full time
Contract Type:
Fixed Term Contract (Fixed Term

• Create visually compelling and user-friendly responsive webpage designs across desktop, mobile and tablet.
• Develop wireframes, high-fidelity designs and rapid prototypes, that effectively communicate design ideas and solutions.
• Iterate on designs based on user feedback and performance metrics/insights.
• Actively participate in project kick-offs, workshops, ideations and team meetings.
• Occasionally support with injecting creativity into presentations or new business pitch assets.
• Adhere to various brand guidelines across multiple clients and industries.
• Keep up to date with industry trends.
• Support with UX Research (surveys, interviews, and usability testing