At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead product design projects from concept to launch, shaping innovative apps and platforms.
- Company: Fast-growing digital product studio with a focus on real-world impact.
- Benefits: Hybrid work model, competitive salary, and a straightforward interview process.
- Other info: Inclusive environment encouraging diverse applicants and creative assessment methods.
- Why this job: Make a meaningful impact on exciting projects for global brands and startups.
- Qualifications: Strong UX/UI design skills and experience leading projects from start to finish.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
We’re looking for two Lead Product Designers to join a fast‑growing digital product studio that’s shaping apps and platforms for global brands. This is your chance to work on products that actually get shipped and used – from mobile apps to web platforms. No endless pitch decks, no “make it look pretty” briefs – just real product challenges where your craft, leadership, and product thinking make a difference.
Responsibilities
- Lead product design projects from ambiguous briefs through to launch.
- Work directly with clients, facilitate workshops, and shape product direction.
- Own projects end‑to‑end, writing design specifications and collaborating closely with product, engineering, and stakeholders.
- Shape early ideas into launchable products for founders, startups, and global brands.
Qualifications
- Strong product design craft across both UX and UI.
- Proven experience leading projects from ambiguous briefs through to launch.
- Confident working directly with clients, facilitating workshops and shaping product direction.
- Self‑sufficient, articulate and comfortable owning projects end‑to‑end.
- Experienced in designing digital products across web and mobile.
- Strong collaborator who enjoys working closely with product, engineering and stakeholders.
- Genuine interest in AI‑powered products, emerging technologies and vibe coding.
- Someone who thrives in ambiguity and loves turning complex ideas into intuitive products.
Benefits
- Hybrid role – 2 days a week in the London studio (Weds/Thurs).
- Salary: up to £80k‑£85k DOE.
- Straightforward 3‑stage interview process.
- Ambitious team working at the intersection of design, technology and innovation.
- Hands‑on leadership role with meaningful impact on work and business.
We encourage applicants from all backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our recruitment processes better for you and to allow you to show your best self, let us know. We also understand that some people require extra time to complete assessments, require alternative application methods and can also benefit from having interview questions or a guide to the type of questions pre‑interview. We are open to any suggestions or requests that you may have and are always looking for creative ways to assess talent. Our commitment to you is that you should always feel safe and secure when you’re working with us.
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