Senior Digital Designer (Brand/UI/UX) in London

Jones Knowles Ritchie is a branding business, founded in 1990 and proudly independent ever since. We started out in the world of packaging, but now we're worldwide—from three founders to more than 350 of us across the UK, USA and China. Together, we build and deliver brands across the entire consumer experience. But even more important than what we do, is why we do it. We're here to inspire brands and people to be their true selves. To be brave. Be tenacious. And above all, be yourself. Because we believe that's the only way to truly be distinctive, everywhere.

We are looking for a Senior Digital Designer (Brand/UI/UX) to join our busy team, working as part of our 170 person strong London studio. At JKR, we believe that brands have the power to create distinctive digital impact. Our UX & UI capability sits at the heart of this belief — designing experiences that are both user-first and brand-led, from start-ups to global giants. We're now looking for a Senior Digital Designer (Brand/UI/UX) to join our team and help shape the next generation of digital experiences.

This is a hands-on, senior design role where you'll own and guide projects through every stage — from discovery to delivery. You'll craft experiences that are strategically smart, beautifully distinctive, and right for both the user and the brand. You'll also play a key role in shaping our digital team, mentoring others, and inspiring clients along the way.

What you'll do:

• Balance user needs with brand storytelling.
• Design distinctive UI systems that translate brand identities into digital interfaces, bringing them to life with interaction, motion, and detail.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with strategists, creatives, developers, and clients to deliver seamless, innovative outcomes.
• Shape experiences end-to-end: from research, audits, personas, and user journeys through to wireframes, prototypes, and final UI design.
• Inspire and mentor designers, sharing knowledge and elevating the team's digital craft.
• Represent design with authority in meetings and presentations, acting as both a leader and a brand guardian.

What you'll bring:

• Proven experience as a Senior Digital designer (agency or product background) with a strong portfolio spanning multiple platforms demonstrating your brand thinking and crafted executions.
• A sharp eye for UI craft: distinctive digital design, interaction, design systems, templating, and atomic design.
• Comfort with Figma, FigJam, Miro and other collaboration tools.
• Front-end awareness — able to speak the language of developers and ensure design intent carries through.
• Experience with motion and animation tools (e.g. After Effects, Jitter) to enhance user experiences.
• A track record of mentoring, presenting, and influencing clients and colleagues with confidence and clarity.

What we value:

• Creativity that blends strategy, craft, and innovation.
• A collaborative spirit — someone who slots into teams effortlessly.
• Leadership by example: integrity, openness, and an ability to inspire.
• A passion for pushing the boundaries of brand-driven digital design.

Our Commitment to Leadership & Inclusion: We believe leadership isn’t tied to seniority — it’s about mindset. We’re looking for someone who brings curiosity, compassion, and confidence to the role. We’re committed to building an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workplace that reflects the society we live in and the audiences we create for.

Interested to apply: Show us your best work! Please share your CV (if you have one) along with a portfolio that demonstrates your experience designing brand-led digital experiences end to end. We’re particularly interested in seeing how you translate brand thinking into distinctive UI systems, your approach to interaction and motion, and how your work balances user needs with craft and detail. Case studies that show your process, from discovery and strategy through to execution and delivery, are encouraged.

This role is offered on a permanent basis. Pension and paid holiday accrual and other company benefits, including health & wellness. Minimum 2 days pw in the Shoreditch studio. Buzzy, creative studio environment working with many other designers and creatives.

Why Join Us?

• A chance to step into a pivotal role with support and mentorship.
• Work on exciting brand projects that push creative boundaries.
• Be part of a team that values creativity, collaboration, and progress.
• Contribute to a company that actively champions DE&I across everything we do.