Job Title: SC Cleared Interaction Designer

Duration: Initial 3 + months
Location: UK Remote (Occasional site visits if needed)
Security Clearance: Due to the nature of the project, active SC Clearance will be required prior to the start

Job Description:

We seek experienced SC Cleared Interaction Designers to support a high-profile government project. This role is inside IR35 and offers a remote-first approach, with occasional site visits if required.

The ideal candidates will have expertise in User-Centred Design (UCD) and will be responsible for creating intuitive, accessible, and effective digital services. You will work closely with User Researchers, Service Designers, Developers, and Product Managers to design solutions that meet both user and business needs while aligning with GDS (Government Digital Service) standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design accessible and user-friendly interfaces for government digital services.

• Work within agile teams to create prototypes, wireframes, and user flows.

• Apply User-Centred Design (UCD) methodologies to iterate and refine designs based on research and feedback.

• Ensure services align with GDS (Government Digital Service) guidelines and accessibility standards.

• Collaborate with User Researchers to translate insights into impactful design solutions.

• Present and communicate design decisions to stakeholders.

• Contribute to the development of design patterns and standards within the team.

Requirements:

• Proven experience (5 years +) as an Interaction Designer in government or public sector projects.

• Strong knowledge of User-Centred Design (UCD) methodologies and GDS service design principles.

• Expertise in wireframing, prototyping, and interaction design tools such as Figma, Sketch, or Axure.

• Understanding of accessibility best practices (WCAG).

• Ability to work collaboratively in an agile environment.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.