Lead Product Designer

Approximately 10-12 years of UX specific experience. Delivered successful work at the scope of 'product areas' or 'programmes of work'. Emphasis on team leadership, stakeholder influence, and commercial awareness. One or more core deep specialisms with multiple years experience, such as Mobile Apps, Website Design, or Web Apps. Experience in the finance & banking sector or another highly complex regulated industry. Awareness of Product Management and Agile practices. Strong in Interaction design, visual design, and prototyping. Leadership and management experience: objectives, feedback, coaching, painting a compelling picture, planning, high-performing teams. Comms and influence skills: Presentations, Listening Facilitation (exceptional level), Painting a compelling picture, Confidence and authority, Adapting and compromising to complex situations, Commercial acumen. A commercial mindset and the ability to balance both business and user needs. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a proactive attitude to learning.

Lead a high-performance design culture, supporting personal development and acting as a role model. Deliver impactful design work within tribe and squad delivery teams. Set direction for Flagstone Design System across channels and white labels. Balance User-Centered Design (UCD) with UX/UI knowledge and skills. Mentor junior members of the design team, assisting with career development and daily activities. Deliver results and KPIs with strong commercial acumen, balancing user and business value. Lead the Growth tribe, working with Marketing. Demonstrate excellent stakeholder management skills, with strong communication and relationship-building evidence. Be proactive in driving change and collaborating effectively with a positive, growth mindset.