Freelance Product Designer

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Greater London Contract / 6 months £500. - £500.00 per day

Title: Freelance Product Designer

Start Date: Monday 6th January
Contract Length: 6 months (with a strong likelihood of extension)
Client: Local London Borough Council
Day Rate: £500 per day (max)
IR35 Status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella company required for invoicing)
Working Arrangement: Hybrid – primarily remote, with occasional visits to their Central London office
Key Responsibilities:
  • Ensure all designs meet WCAG 2.1 AA accessibility standards to serve all users effectively.
  • Create wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity designs using tools like Figma, Sketch, or Miro.
  • Leverage analytics, usability testing, and research insights to iterate and improve product designs.
  • Use research and evidence to inform and iterate on design solutions that solve problems effectively.
  • Organize and lead workshops to gather insights, co-design with stakeholders, and refine product visions.
  • Partner with Agile teams to deliver designs in sprints, working closely with developers, user researchers, and other stakeholders.
  • Lead the design of digital products that meet both user and business needs, ensuring they are intuitive, accessible, and aligned with best practices.
Preferred Experience:
  • Contributions to design communities or sharing processes and learnings with teams.
  • Proven ability to deliver within Agile frameworks, contributing to sprint planning and iterative design cycles.
  • Experience conducting usability tests, heuristic evaluations, and utilizing analytics for data-driven design improvements.
  • Strong knowledge of designing for inclusivity, with demonstrable experience meeting public sector accessibility requirements.
  • At least 18 months of experience working on digital projects for local councils or public sector organizations, focusing on either public-facing or internal services.
Role Highlights:
  • Day Rate: £450-£600 per day (depending on experience).
  • Contract Duration: 6-month initial contract, with the possibility of extending for up to 2 years.
  • On-boarding: Comprehensive support during a 4-8 week on-boarding period.
  • Work Setup: Primarily remote, with occasional on-site meetings in London.
Important Details:
  • This role falls inside IR35, requiring invoicing through an Umbrella company (Ltd or Sole Trader arrangements are not permitted).
If you’re an experienced Product Designer keen to make a real difference in public services, pop us your CV and let’s talk.

*Rates depend on experience and client requirements

Job Information

Job Reference: JO-2411-348768
Salary: £500. - £500.00 per day
Salary per: zero
Job Duration: 6 months
Job Start Date: 06/01/2025
Job Industries: UI & UX Jobs
Job Locations: Greater London
Job Types: Contract

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