Senior Product Designer in Manchester

Senior Product Designer at streetgroup.

About the role

Street Group is a dynamic and fast-growing PropTech company dedicated to revolutionizing the UK property market through innovative technology solutions. We are on the lookout for a Senior Product Designer to become an integral part of our cross-functional team. This role goes beyond traditional design tasks; you will act as a strategic collaborator, identifying challenges and shaping the product vision rather than merely executing predefined briefs.

Key facts

• Location: Manchester (Hybrid, with the option to work from home up to four days a week)
• Engagement: Full-time
• Compensation: £50,000 - £68,000
• Team: Engineering

What you'll do

• Work closely with Product Managers and Engineers to set project priorities and establish a clear product roadmap.
• Conduct comprehensive user research, including on-site visits and phone interviews, to validate design concepts and identify user pain points.
• Oversee the entire design process, from initial sketches to the development of high-fidelity prototypes.
• Utilize an AI-driven, code-first workflow to enhance UI design directly within the browser, facilitating quicker feedback loops.
• Establish success metrics prior to product launches and analyze performance data afterward to guide future design iterations.
• Integrate AI capabilities into product features to enhance user experience and deliver real value.
• Participate in design critiques and provide constructive feedback to peers to foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with marketing and sales teams to ensure design consistency and alignment with brand messaging.
• Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies to inform design decisions and maintain a competitive edge.
• Mentor junior designers, sharing your knowledge and expertise to help them grow in their roles.
• Engage with stakeholders to gather insights and ensure that design solutions meet both user needs and business objectives.
• Document design processes and decisions to maintain a clear record of the design evolution for future reference.

Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in Product or UX Design, demonstrating a strong portfolio of work.
• Expertise in Figma and familiarity with contemporary design systems.
• Proven ability to independently plan and conduct user research initiatives.
• Strong understanding of commercial considerations, balancing user requirements with business objectives.
• Experience in SaaS or complex product environments is highly desirable.
• Must possess the legal right to live and work in the UK.

Nice to have

• Familiarity with AI-assisted design tools, such as Claude Code.
• Experience in conducting A/B testing and usability studies.
• Knowledge of front-end development technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) is a plus.
• Previous experience working in a startup or fast-paced environment.
• A passion for the property industry and understanding of its challenges and opportunities.

Skills & tools

• Proficient in Figma for design and prototyping.
• Familiar with AI-assisted design tools to enhance workflow efficiency.
• Strong grasp of user research methodologies to gather actionable insights.
• Capable of data analysis and performance tracking to inform design decisions.

Practical notes

• The role offers several benefits, including a £1,000 holiday bonus after one year of service, a £500 annual budget for learning and development, flexible working hours, and an electric car salary sacrifice scheme.
• The interview process consists of three stages: an initial introductory call, a technical interview that includes a design task, and a final meeting with the Head of Product.