"Senior UX Designer"

Location

Docklands Campus

Salary

£46,471 to £51,606 per annum inclusive of London Weighting

Post Type

Full Time

Permanent

Closing Date

Tuesday 17 February 2026

Interview Date

To be confirmed

Reference

2434-25-PS-R

University of East London

Founded in 1898, we at the University of East London (UEL) are proud to change lives through education. Our goal is to advance industry 5.0 careers-first education and provide a clear path to the jobs and opportunities of the future. We’re committed to driving diversity in the 5.0 talent pipeline, working in partnership to promote talent wherever it is found and creating a balanced, inclusive, and green future.

But we can't achieve this goal alone. We need forward-thinking, innovative, and curious individuals like you to join our community and help us craft our future. As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to work with a diverse range of people who share your passion for creating positive change. We’re an inclusive and welcoming community that is constantly moving forward, never satisfied with the status quo.

About Us

University of East London (UEL) is one of the most diverse and vibrant universities in London, we are proud of our pioneering vision and our commitment to transforming lives through education. Now in Year 3 of our ambitious Vision 2028 strategy, we are working to advance Industry 4.0 and 5.0 careers-first learning, tackle inequalities, and build a sustainable, inclusive future.

Our External Relations Directorate brings together Communications & Engagement, Marketing, Recruitment, Outreach, Design & Digital, Events, and the International Office into one integrated, agile and innovative function. We are embedding a culture of continuous improvement and “the continuous new”, where creativity, data-driven thinking, curiosity and collaboration thrive.

As one of the UK’s most socially inclusive universities—with a highly diverse staff community and sector-leading achievements in equality, diversity and inclusion—we are proud to create an environment where people feel supported, empowered and able to flourish. If you want to join a community that values innovation, inclusivity and positive impact, UEL is the place to build your career.

About the Job

We are looking for a Senior UX Designer who is passionate about user-centred design and can transform our digital products into intuitive, accessible and engaging experiences across web and mobile. You’ll play a central role in shaping high-impact digital journeys for our diverse audiences, using research, testing, and iterative design to drive continuous improvement.

You will bring experience in:

• Leading UX design projects, including research, prototyping, usability testing and validation.
• Using UX testing tools such as A/B testing, tree testing, card sorting, surveys, and moderated/unmoderated sessions.
• Applying strong knowledge of HTML,CSSand JavaScript to support front-end development and improve performance.
• Working collaboratively in Agile/Scrum environments with developers, product owner and stakeholders.
• Creating prototypes and wireframes using tools such as Figma and maintaining design systems or style guides.

About You

You will be an analytical and creative UX professional who can understand user motivations, translate insights into effective digital solutions, and advocate for accessible, user-centred design. You thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and enjoy bridging the gap between technical and non-technical teams.

The ideal candidate will have:

• A degree or equivalent experience, and extensive years of experience working as a UX Designer, supported by a varied portfolio demonstrating research, problem-solving and strong visual design.
• Experience conducting user research, gathering requirements, prioritising feedback and applying UX methodology to shape product development.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present designs, articulate rationale, and influence stakeholders confidently.
• Experience managing multiple projects, handling ambiguity, and applying problem-solving skills to create clear, user-focused solutions.
• A strong commitment to accessibility, inclusivity and continuous improvement in digital design.

Benefits Package

At UEL, we believe that a great role is about more than just a salary. It’s about the complete package, including our outstanding work environment and inclusive culture.

We offer a genuinely competitive salary, dependent on experience (DOE), and a range of excellent benefits.

You can explore our full benefits package here.

Further Details

Job Description & Person Specification

To contact the recruitment team please phone +44 20 8223 3000 x 4600 or e-mail jobs@uel.ac.uk

CVs without a completed application form will not be accepted.