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Interaction Designer - (Contract) - GDS Experience Needed!

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Stealth IT Consulting

2024-11-16 17:37:19

Job location Not Provided, Not Provided, United Kingdom

Job type: contract

Job industry: I.T. & Communications

Job Duration: 6 months

Job description

Our client are a top tier consultancy looking for Interaction Designer with active Security Clearance.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design and prototype intuitive, accessible, and user-centered interactions for digital products and services, ensuring compliance with GDS standards.
  • Work closely with UX designers, service designers, developers, and stakeholders to create, test, and iterate prototypes that support user needs.
  • Apply the GDS prototyping toolkit to develop interactive and engaging prototypes that meet government accessibility and usability standards.
  • Conduct user research, gather insights, and apply feedback to refine and improve prototypes.
  • Participate in user testing sessions and iterate designs based on findings to enhance the user experience.
  • Advocate for GDS design principles and accessibility best practices across all stages of the design process.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure that design solutions align with overall project goals and user requirements.

Skills & Experience:

  • Active SC Clearance is essential for this role.
  • Proven experience as an Interaction Designer within the public sector or on GDS-aligned projects.
  • Expertise in using the GDS prototyping toolkit to create interactive prototypes.
  • Strong knowledge of GDS service standards, accessibility guidelines, and user-centered design principles.
  • Proficient in design and prototyping tools such as Sketch, Figma, or Axure, with a focus on GDS toolkit integration.
  • Experience in conducting user research and applying findings to inform and improve design solutions.
  • Strong collaboration skills and experience working in agile, multidisciplinary teams.
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present and explain design decisions effectively.

Desirable Qualifications:

  • Familiarity with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript for prototyping purposes.
  • Understanding of accessibility standards (eg, WCAG 2.1) and experience in designing for inclusivity.
  • Previous experience working on digital transformation projects within the public sector.

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