Average User Experience Designer salary in Manchester

Role Summary: Job Title: User Experience Designer (Mid and Senior)Job Type: Permanent Pay: Competitive (Dependent on Experience)Benefits: Performance & Company bonus, 10.5% Matched Pension, AXA Medical Cover, Holiday Purchase SchemeLocation: Manchester - Flexible/Hybrid workingSecurity Clearance: eDV Clearance Required About the client: A dynamic and rapidly growing technology community based in Salford Quays, this organisation has evolved over the last decade from a startup into a major player in the UK tech scene. With a mission dedicated to making the UK a safer place, they specialise in unlocking the value of data through digital forensics, advanced data analytics, and AI assurance. They operate in an Agile-first environment that champions transparency, collaboration, and 'Personal Kaizen' (continuous improvement). By fostering a culture of enablement, they empower their teams to solve complex, high-impact challenges for national security and law enforcement partners. Key Responsibilities: Champion user-centred design (UCD) principles, applying various tools and methodologies to resolve design blockers and anticipate user needs.Lead discovery workshops with users to capture feedback and support ongoing user research initiatives.Create dynamic wireframes and prototypes using Figma to articulate ideas confidently to stakeholders and customers.Collaborate actively with Product Owners and Software Engineers to ensure design solutions are viable and user-friendly throughout the development lifecycle.Evaluate and recommend design options while considering performance, security, usability, and accessibility requirements.Act as a subject matter expert in design disciplines (e.g., interaction design, accessibility) to upskill the team and wider business. Key Skills: User Experience Design, User Research, UCD, Agile, Figma, Wireframing, Prototyping, Interaction Design, Accessibility, WCAG, User Stories, Design Systems, Workshop Facilitation, NSD. How to apply: Please either apply through this advert or emailing me directly via . For further information please call me: +. By applying for this role, you give express consent for us to process and submit (subject to required skills) your application to our client in conjunction with this vacancy only.

My client is looking to strengthen their design team with a driven and proactive individual, who’s eager to learn and develop their existing skills, in an exciting and fast paced working environment. Responsibilities:Produce and modify product and packaging design concept and artworkPrepare and check files for print and manufacture.Use the Adobe Creative Suite proficiently.Support and learn from other designers.Keep up to date with design technologies, techniques, finishes, materials and best practices.Working collaboratively with a team of product developers, merchandisers and QC to develop concepts for new and existing productsUse your creativity and expertise identifying trends within the market to produce commercial and trend-led designs. Briefing and directing photographers on shots required within projects.Understanding specific retailer requirementsProducing artworks tailored for a range of different customers and leading retailers.Problem solving for any issues that arise internally for a solution before approaching the customer.Willingness to assist colleagues in other departments during peak times.Requirements & What They Are Looking For: 3 years + creative design experience in brand creation and product design.Experience in designing and developing exciting fun toy and creative play brands and packaging with a real eye for developing and creating new product ideas for them.Capable of producing detailed product specifications, character art, surface print and pattern designs for new and existing ranges.3D program knowledge would be a benefit but not essentialExperience working on own brand and license brands and capable of following guidelines.Having excellent cutter guide, packaging, typography skills and art working skillsProficiency in using Apple Mac and Adobe Creative Cloud software, including Illustrator and PhotoshopSkilled in creating cutter guides and utilising basic Microsoft Office tools.Experience in packaging design, including the incorporation of back-of-pack information, hazard warnings, and barcodes.Attention to detail to ensure accuracy and precision in all design work.Efficient and fast working, delivering high-quality results within given timeframes.Demonstrates a strong work ethic, consistently working hard and diligently.Adaptive to changing project requirements and open to incorporating feedback and suggestions.Possesses excellent teamwork skills, effectively collaborating with colleagues and suppliers to achieve project goals.Excellent communication skills – confident speaking to internal and external customers. Ability to establish, develop and maintain relationships with professionalism.Organisation and prioritisation skills, with an exceptional eye for detail and ability to manage workloads efficiently.Highly motivated, creative and eager to conceptualise new designs.Proactive and solution driven individual who uses initiative and thrives on having responsibility and ownership.Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively.Positive and committed person who loves a varied working day and is involved in many different projects.Only relevant candidates will be contacted

Design Consultant Permanent Remote however your client base will be in North England Hours: 7.30am – 4.30pm however this can be flexible £40,000 - £50,000 per annum plus quarterly company bonusRef: TA2611Tony Alan Recruitment currently has an exciting job opportunity for a Design Consultant to join an established technology business on a permanent basis.Your duties will include:Lead design projects independently, through RIBA stage 2-4Oversee project design, ensuring high-quality deliverablesLead client meetings and ensure collaborative engagement with the end-user and provide confidence to the contractorLead ISO 19650 standards Provide guidance and support to junior designers on assigned projectsMaintain commercial awareness, making informed design decisions based on cost implicationsEnsure efficient project delivery within the agreed consultancy fee structureProactively manage project communications, ensuring clients remain informed and engagedManage resource allocation on projects and oversee project plansEnsure compliance with design standards and client requirementsKey requirements:Ideally you will experience in FFE design and project leadershipExperience of design with the construction element and knowledge of RIBA and BIMStrong client management and presentation skillsExcellent organizational and problem-solving abilitiesIf you feel that you would be suitable for this position then please apply with your CV. REFER A FRIEND SCHEME: If you refer a candidate to us and they are placed you will be eligible for a cash reward!Due to the high number of CV’s we receive we are unable to respond to all applications therefore if you have not heard from us within 10 days please assume you are unsuccessful in this instance.