UI/UX Designer

About us

QuantSpark is a data science and analytics consultancy based in London. Our mission is to create strategic value for our clients. We deeply care about the commercial impact of our work and this entrepreneurial approach informs everything we do.

We go beyond the remit of traditional strategy consultancies by blending advanced data analytics and software engineering capabilities to build analytical tools that deliver long-lasting value – the tools and solutions we create become embedded in our clients’ daily operations. Our ever-growing client base consists of FTSE 100 retailers, prestigious Private Equity houses, governments, and global tech companies.

Yes, the work is hugely impactful and engaging, but it’s our talented team which is our greatest asset; we take pride in providing a collaborative environment where everyone is encouraged and supported to grow their career.

You’ll be joining at a hugely exciting time, with plenty of opportunities to be involved in shaping the direction of our fast-scaling organisation.

The Role

As a UI/UX Designer at QuantSpark, you will be responsible for leading the design of user interfaces and experiences for various digital products. You'll work closely with Product Managers and Engineers to create designs that align with business goals and user needs. You will also collaborate with stakeholders to identify design requirements and translate them into user-centred design solutions.

You'll use your expertise in design thinking and user research to develop wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity visual designs that align with brand guidelines and best practices. You'll also conduct user testing to validate design decisions and iterate based on user feedback.

In addition to designing for interfaces for the web platforms we develop, you'll be responsible for creating a suite of re-usable design assets, and building out detailed design specifications for clients. You'll be expected to contribute to the development and maintenance of product design systems and ensure consistency in approach. At QuantSpark, we value collaboration, and you'll be working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure design solutions meet technical requirements and are delivered on time.

Overall, your primary responsibility as a UI/UX Designer will be to create intuitive and delightful experiences for our users. You'll use your creativity and problem-solving skills to develop innovative solutions that power our data-driv

Requirements

• A portfolio showcasing your design skills and experience

• Proficiency in design tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, and other apps in Adobe Creative Suite

• Ability to illustrate your thinking and communicate your ideas using storyboards and sketches, building wireframes and prototypes

• Experience designing web apps or SaaS products suitable for web and mobile audiences

• Knowledge of user-centred design principles and interaction design, and related frameworks

• Ability to build Design Specification documents (preferably for external stakeholders/clients) and translate business requirements and user needs into meaningful user journeys and information architecture

• Proven ability to conduct thorough user research and translate insights into high-fidelity designs that solve real user problems

• Demonstrated ability to work iteratively and pivot as needed to ensure optimal design outcomes

• Experience designing for diverse user personas, with an ability to create seamless and effective experiences for a broad range of users

• Comfortable working with complex data structures and large datasets, with an ability to create intuitive and effective data visualizations

• Excellent collaboration skills, with a proven ability to work closely with users, stakeholders, product managers, and engineers to co-create solutions

• Strong focus on delivering high-quality products, with a data-driven approach to design decisions

• Exceptional communication skills, with an ability to clearly articulate the value of UX and the rationale behind design decisions

• Familiarity with agile/lean design methodologies and ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

The following skills are not required but would be beneficial:

• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Human-Computer Interaction, or a related field

• Experience working within Consulting

• A keenness to understand more about analytics, using data to advise decisions

• Strong time-management skills and ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously

• Experience designing overall design system or language (e.g., colors, fonts, brand guidelines)

• Creating or maintaining an asset library (may be called a pattern library, design library)

Salary

• £40,000 - £60,000 per annum salary (based on experience).

• Anniversary bonuses applicable on both year 2 and 3

• EMI options scheme

Benefits

• Huge monthly training & conference budget to help you upskill and develop your career (£6,000 per year)

• 6 monthly appraisals and 12 monthly pay reviews

• Pension contribution scheme (8% overall)

• Flexible hours policy and hybrid working; work from home or our office.

• Option to work from abroad for up to one month each year.

• Top-tier private healthcare (including mental wellbeing)

• 25 days holiday, plus Bank Holidays.

• Opportunity to work on social impact & pro bono strategy projects.

• Optional quarterly socials, dinners, and fun nights out.

• A fully stocked supply of breakfast, fruit, and refreshments for the days when you are in the office.

What our team says

Joining a new company can be equal parts daunting and exciting, it can be hard to tell if a company will be right for you. To give you a feel of what it's like to work at QuantSpark, here are some snippets of recent feedback from our team members:

• “QuantSpark hasn't just met my expectations, it's far exceeded them. I feel good about getting up to start my days, finding out what other people are up to, and carrying on with my own work. I feel like everyone is pulling together, in the same direction, to make the company progress.”

• "QuantSpark has a great culture where team members are fully empowered to lead the way in their roles. I believe this type of environment allows employees to learn new skills and quickly begin to thrive.”

• “Diversity of thought is genuinely valued in a way you don't often see in the workplace. There is a culture of trust and a flat hierarchy that allows our team to leverage the benefits of diversity beyond slogans and statistics and become a high-performing team.”

Equal Opportunities

QuantSpark is an equal opportunities employer and as such makes every effort to ensure that all potential employees are treated fairly and equally, regardless of their sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion, age, or disability.