Average User Experience Designer salary in London

User Experience Designer (SC Eligible)Location: UK (Hybrid, with occasional travel to client sites) Type: Permanent Salary: £35,000 - £55,000 + BenefitsClearance: SC clearance or eligibility required Join a dynamic digital consultancy team focused on user-centred design and impactful digital transformation across public and private sectors. Previous experience working to GDS standards is a mandatory requirement for this role. Role Overview As a UX Designer, you'll work in agile, multidisciplinary teams to design accessible, user-focused digital services. You'll apply inclusive design principles, collaborate with stakeholders, and create intuitive experiences that meet user needs and business goals. Key Responsibilities Conduct user research and translate insights into design solutions.Design accessible, user-friendly digital products and services.Create wireframes, prototypes, personas, and service maps.Facilitate workshops and present design concepts to stakeholders.Apply iterative design methods and agile delivery practices.Use tools like Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, InVision, and Axure.Build and test interactive prototypes using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.Ensure compliance with accessibility standards (e.g., WCAG). What You'll Bring Strong foundation in user-centred design across the full lifecycle.Experience with GDS standards and inclusive design practices.Ability to communicate complex ideas to technical and non-technical audiences.Proven ability to lead design work and collaborate across teams.Experience with accessibility testing and assistive technologies.Familiarity with accessibility certifications (e.g., CPACC, WAS, CPWA) is a plus. Why Join? Work on high-impact digital transformation projects.Access to extensive training and certifications in design, tech, and agile delivery.Opportunities for career growth, internal initiatives, and thought leadership.Inclusive, flexible working culture with a strong focus on wellbeing.Regular team events, knowledge-sharing sessions, and social activities. Reasonable Adjustments: Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients. If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason, please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.

Senior User Researcher - Secure Environment Contract: 6 Months Location: London (on-site up to 2 days per week)Start Date: January 2026Clearance:Active SC Clearance is mandatory We are seeking an experienced Senior User Researcher to join a high-profile transformation programme within a secure environment. This role requires active SC clearance, proven experience working on central government projects, and the ability to operate in complex, data-driven environments. Key Responsibilities: Design and facilitate user research activities to inform product and service development.Plan and execute research using a variety of qualitative and quantitative methods.Work closely with cross-functional teams (Product Managers, Engineers, Security Specialists) to translate research findings into actionable insights.Present findings to stakeholders at all levels and influence decision-making.Ensure research outputs drive improvements in user experience and security posture. Essential Skills & Experience: Proven experience as a User Researcher within central government projects.Strong understanding of user research methodologies and analysis techniques.Ability to communicate complex findings clearly and persuasively to senior stakeholders.Experience working in secure environments and handling sensitive data.Active SC Clearance (required for immediate start).

User Researcher - Public Sector Projects Location: UK (Hybrid working)Salary: Up to £55,000 + excellent benefitsClearance:Active SC clearance required or eligibility to obtain Applicants must have previous experience working to GDS standards with or inside the public sector. We're working with a leading consultancy that's driving digital transformation across the UK public sector. They're looking for an experienced User Researcher to join their team and help shape user-centred, accessible services that make a real impact. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in agile, multidisciplinary environments, has strong experience with GDS standards, and is passionate about inclusive design. What You'll Be Doing Leading and conducting qualitative and quantitative research (interviews, usability studies, surveys).Championing inclusive design and accessibility throughout the project lifecycle.Collaborating with Product Managers, Designers, Developers, and other researchers.Communicating research findings to influence design decisions.Embedding user research best practices across teams. What We're Looking For Proven experience with Government Digital Service (GDS) standards and design principles.Hands-on experience leading user research across multiple phases of a product/service lifecycle.Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.Public sector experience is highly desirable.Active SC clearance or eligibility to obtain. Nice to Have Familiarity with accessibility guidelines and assistive technologies.Degree in Psychology, Sociology, Anthropology, HCI, or related field.Accessibility certifications (CPACC, WAS, CPWA) or working towards. Why You'll Love This Role Work on high-profile public sector transformations.Access to training and certifications in digital, cloud, and agile methodologies.Flexible hybrid working and a strong focus on wellbeing and inclusion.Salary up to £55k plus benefits. ? Interested? Apply today or get in touch for a confidential chat. Reasonable Adjustments: Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients. If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason, please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.