177 User Experience jobs in the United Kingdom

Job Title: UX Researcher

Location: London (4 minutes walk from London St. Pancras International)

Remuneration: £40.38 per hour

Contract Details: Temporary

Responsibilities:

• Research-Driven Insights: Identify opportunities for product and service improvements through user-focused research. Collaborate with partners to solve challenges in strategy, product, or technology.
• Holistic Research programme: Engage in strategic and tactical research to enhance knowledge about users. Adapt research approaches based on evolving user needs.
• User Needs Identification: Conduct research to uncover user needs and business opportunities, ensuring user empathy and understanding are at the forefront.
• Project Planning: prioritise research initiatives in line with larger project goals. Communicate effectively with team members to align on priorities and remove obstacles.
• Guiding Product Direction: analyse user, product, and business needs to guide research with minimal oversight, synthesising qualitative and quantitative insights.
• Insight Application: Identify and apply key insights and metrics to evaluate product impact, utilising understanding of user trends and business goals.
• Consensus Building: Foster collaboration across projects/teams, gaining support for user-centric solutions. Present research findings and recommendations to stakeholders.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Proficiency in team management, ethical UX research, and UX storytelling.
• Strong grasp of research processes, UX research methodologies, and the product development lifecycle.
• Knowledge of human behaviour, interactive technology, and UX systems thinking.

If you are passionate about enhancing user experiences and driving product innovation through research, we want to hear from you! Join our team and help shape the future of our products!

Job Title: UX Researcher

Client Location: London - Hybrid 3 Days Onsite

Starting: 08/09/2025

Salary/Pay Rate: £40.38 p/h (£83.9K p/a pro rata)

Hours: Full-time

Duration: 8 month contract

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced UX Researcher to join our Commerce organisation, working on innovative tools that help retail merchants manage and present their brand content to consumers. This role will focus on merchant and consumer experiences , shaping how brands are represented in search and commerce platforms.

You will work closely with a cross-functional team spanning London, Zurich, and the US, collaborating with product managers, designers, and engineers to deliver research that drives meaningful product and service improvements. This is an individual contributor role (no line management) with a strong emphasis on qualitative research , while also leveraging quantitative methods where appropriate.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct end-to-end UX research for medium- to large-scale projects, with minimal oversight.
• Plan, design, and deliver research using a range of qualitative methods (e.g., interviews, usability testing, contextual inquiry) and lightweight quantitative methods (e.g., surveys in Qualtrics).
• Analyse and synthesise research findings into actionable insights that influence product direction.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners to ensure user needs are understood and integrated into product strategy.
• Test and evaluate ideas, prototypes, and tools for both merchant and consumer audiences.
• Contextualise findings within the wider business and product ecosystem, differentiating between findings and insights.
• Present clear, impactful research communications to stakeholders, crafting compelling deliverables and presentations.
• Leverage AI tools in the research process, identifying strengths and gaps in current capabilities.
• Proactively manage priorities across projects to meet deadlines without compromising quality.

Skills & Experience Required

• 4+ years of professional UX research experience (open to more senior candidates).
• Proven ability to execute research independently from scoping to delivery.
• Strong qualitative research expertise; quantitative skills a plus.
• Experience with usability testing, user interviews, and lightweight surveying methodologies.
• Skilled in research synthesis and storytelling, translating insights into business and product impact.
• Proficiency with research tools and collaboration platforms (e.g., UserTesting, dscout, Qualtrics, Google Workspace).
• Big tech industry backgrounds are preferred. Business facing user environments as opposed to just consumer facing is preferred.
• Ability to work effectively in B2B, commerce, retail, or brand experience contexts (advantageous but not essential).
• Comfortable working across time zones with teams in multiple locations.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to gain stakeholder alignment.
• Familiarity with AI tooling in the research process (preferred).

Top 3 Competencies

1. Ability to execute thoughtfully.
2. Ability to execute independently.
3. Ability to deliver with impact in a timely fashion.

**This role is open for a limited time. Next steps will be shared with shortlisted candidates by Thursday August 14th. Due to the high volume of applicants, we may be unable to reply to each applicant individually. If you have not received a response within 48 hours of your application, please assume that you have not been selected for progression to the next stage of the hiring process.

Job Title: UX Researcher

Client Location: London - Hybrid 3 Days Onsite

Starting: 08/09/2025

Salary/Pay Rate: £40.38 p/h (£83.9K p/a pro rata)

Hours: Full-time

Duration: 8 month contract

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced UX Researcher to join our Commerce organisation, working on innovative tools that help retail merchants manage and present their brand content to consumers. This role will focus on merchant and consumer experiences , shaping how brands are represented in search and commerce platforms.

You will work closely with a cross-functional team spanning London, Zurich, and the US, collaborating with product managers, designers, and engineers to deliver research that drives meaningful product and service improvements. This is an individual contributor role (no line management) with a strong emphasis on qualitative research , while also leveraging quantitative methods where appropriate.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct end-to-end UX research for medium- to large-scale projects, with minimal oversight.
• Plan, design, and deliver research using a range of qualitative methods (e.g., interviews, usability testing, contextual inquiry) and lightweight quantitative methods (e.g., surveys in Qualtrics).
• Analyse and synthesise research findings into actionable insights that influence product direction.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners to ensure user needs are understood and integrated into product strategy.
• Test and evaluate ideas, prototypes, and tools for both merchant and consumer audiences.
• Contextualise findings within the wider business and product ecosystem, differentiating between findings and insights.
• Present clear, impactful research communications to stakeholders, crafting compelling deliverables and presentations.
• Leverage AI tools in the research process, identifying strengths and gaps in current capabilities.
• Proactively manage priorities across projects to meet deadlines without compromising quality.

Skills & Experience Required

• 4+ years of professional UX research experience (open to more senior candidates).
• Proven ability to execute research independently from scoping to delivery.
• Strong qualitative research expertise; quantitative skills a plus.
• Experience with usability testing, user interviews, and lightweight surveying methodologies.
• Skilled in research synthesis and storytelling, translating insights into business and product impact.
• Proficiency with research tools and collaboration platforms (e.g., UserTesting, dscout, Qualtrics, Google Workspace).
• Big tech industry backgrounds are preferred. Business facing user environments as opposed to just consumer facing is preferred.
• Ability to work effectively in B2B, commerce, retail, or brand experience contexts (advantageous but not essential).
• Comfortable working across time zones with teams in multiple locations.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to gain stakeholder alignment.
• Familiarity with AI tooling in the research process (preferred).

Top 3 Competencies

1. Ability to execute thoughtfully.
2. Ability to execute independently.
3. Ability to deliver with impact in a timely fashion.

**This role is open for a limited time. Next steps will be shared with shortlisted candidates by Thursday August 14th. Due to the high volume of applicants, we may be unable to reply to each applicant individually. If you have not received a response within 48 hours of your application, please assume that you have not been selected for progression to the next stage of the hiring process.

UX/UI Designer — Voice AI Product - Central London - Hybrid (2 Days per week Onsite) - £100,000pa

Newly launched ambitious joint venture now seeking an experienced UX/UI Designer to join their growing team and play a pivotal role in designing intuitive, engaging user experiences for their next-generation AI-powered dialer and virtual assistant.

You'll be working alongside product managers, engineers, and AI specialists, owning the design process end-to-end: from research and user flows to high-fidelity prototypes.

What you’ll do:

• Design user flows, wireframes, and interfaces for mobile apps powered by voice AI.
• Develop clear onboarding, consent, and privacy flows for features like voice cloning.
• Create multimodal interfaces that work across voice, text, and visuals.
• Own the design system and ensure consistency across the product.
• Conduct user research and usability testing to inform and validate your designs.
• Collaborate closely with engineers to bring your designs to life accurately.

What you’ll bring:

• 3+ years of UX/UI design experience for consumer mobile apps (iOS & Android).
• Proven experience designing Voice and Conversational AI-powered products
• Previously with large-language models
• Strong background working in hyperscale environments or leading telco clients
• Portfolio showing intuitive, polished interface design and clear design thinking.
• Proficiency in design tools like Figma, Sketch, or Adobe XD.
• Experience designing for complex AI or conversational interfaces.
• Understanding of accessibility and inclusive design.
• Previous global experience
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills.

This is an opportunity to help define how users interact with voice-first AI technology in everyday life — and to grow with a team that’s building for multiple global markets from the start.

If this you're looking for an exciting new opportunity working in design AI-powered products at a brand-new joint venture, please apply!

UX/UI Designer — Voice AI Product - Central London - Hybrid (2 Days per week Onsite) - £100,000pa

Newly launched ambitious joint venture now seeking an experienced UX/UI Designer to join their growing team and play a pivotal role in designing intuitive, engaging user experiences for their next-generation AI-powered dialer and virtual assistant.

You'll be working alongside product managers, engineers, and AI specialists, owning the design process end-to-end: from research and user flows to high-fidelity prototypes.

What you’ll do:

• Design user flows, wireframes, and interfaces for mobile apps powered by voice AI.
• Develop clear onboarding, consent, and privacy flows for features like voice cloning.
• Create multimodal interfaces that work across voice, text, and visuals.
• Own the design system and ensure consistency across the product.
• Conduct user research and usability testing to inform and validate your designs.
• Collaborate closely with engineers to bring your designs to life accurately.

What you’ll bring:

• 3+ years of UX/UI design experience for consumer mobile apps (iOS & Android).
• Proven experience designing Voice and Conversational AI-powered products
• Previously with large-language models
• Strong background working in hyperscale environments or leading telco clients
• Portfolio showing intuitive, polished interface design and clear design thinking.
• Proficiency in design tools like Figma, Sketch, or Adobe XD.
• Experience designing for complex AI or conversational interfaces.
• Understanding of accessibility and inclusive design.
• Previous global experience
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills.

This is an opportunity to help define how users interact with voice-first AI technology in everyday life — and to grow with a team that’s building for multiple global markets from the start.

If this you're looking for an exciting new opportunity working in design AI-powered products at a brand-new joint venture, please apply!

UX Designer

Location: Manchester (Trafford)

Flexibility: 3 days on-site 2 days from home

Salary: Up to £50,000 + %10

You will need a portfolio to apply for this position and showcase at the interview.

Key Skills and Experience Required

• Engage in the complete UX process, from project setup and research to ideation, prototyping, and final high-fidelity design.
• Work closely with Product Design Manager, UX designers, product owners and stakeholders, ensuring outputs align with brand guidelines, customer insights, and our Design systems.
• Conduct in-depth UX research to inform and validate design decisions.
• Analyse data and metrics to bolster design decisions.
• Facilitate interactive sessions with product owners, stakeholders, and developers, gathering valuable insights and ideas from the business.
• Utilise Figma for creating mock-ups, wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity designs.
• Background in UX design for both B2B and B2C contexts.
• Extensive background in either a creative agency or corporate UX team.
• Certification as a UX Professional, demonstrating expertise in the field.
• Hands-on experience in UX design for desktop, tablet, and mobile platforms

If you’re interested in the above, please apply for the position or contact me directly at

UX Researcher

London 6 Pancreas Square, onsite 3 days per week

From £40.38 per hour

40 hours, Mon - Fri

About the Role

We’re looking for a UX Researcher to lead moderately complex research projects with minimal oversight. You’ll uncover user needs, motivations, and pain points, and translate those insights into clear recommendations that shape product and service improvements.

Working closely with designers, product managers, engineers, and other stakeholders, you’ll help guide strategy and ensure our solutions are rooted in user-centered thinking.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, conduct, and analyze qualitative and/or quantitative research to identify user needs and business opportunities.
• Synthesize findings into clear, compelling insights that influence product direction.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate research into design and development.
• Prioritize research projects and proactively resolve roadblocks.
• Apply metrics and evaluation methods to measure the impact of design changes.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in UX research methods, storytelling, and ethical research practices.
• Strong understanding of user behavior, product development lifecycle, and interactive technology.
• Experience collaborating across teams and building consensus.
• Systems-thinking mindset with the ability to see how research fits into the larger product ecosystem.

Why Join Us?

You’ll shape products and services that truly meet user needs, working in a collaborative environment that values curiosity, creativity, and research-driven decision-making.

About Steel City Interactive

SCI was born out of passion for video games and boxing, with the ambition to create an authentic and exciting boxing game that does justice to the sport we love. What started as a fun prototype has grown into ‘Undisputed’, the first major boxing video game in over a decade.

SCI is a welcoming place for expression and open communication, where everyone has a voice. We’re a diverse bunch, consisting of people with decades of games industry experience, graduates and talented individuals who come from other industries. We all bring knowledge and learn from each other.

Together we are driven by ambition to bring the world of boxing into a video game like never before.

The Role

We are currently recruiting for a UX Designer, who will be responsible for designing and creating intuitive game flow and user interfaces. As a highly passionate and creative person you will be pivotal in crafting exceptional and captivating user experiences to the player.

You’ll work closely with other disciplines to ensure that the UX features deliver in both quality and to the games vision.

You’ll be a passionate and level-headed designer who will be proactive and will always be thinking about the player experience. You’ll gather feedback and action it where required. Always asking the question, how can the player experience be improved.

You’ll also feel right at home with creating full screen mock-ups and flow diagrams to be able to prove out your designs and methodology.

Responsibilities

• Help shape an enjoyable, engaging and consistent player experience.
• Taking original wireframe mock-ups, create clear and understandable UX flows and UI screen designs. From layout to prototyping, with rapid iteration to a high-quality level.
• Design and refine the user experiences. Ensure complex game mechanics and flows are simplified and understandable.
• Collaborate with the design team to ensure game functionality is accurately represented and meets the design requirements whilst detailed information is not lost and can be easily understood by the player.
• Use critical thinking skills to analyse feedback and action any required changes.
• Ensure a consistent language and style throughout all screens.
• Create and champion style and layout guidelines that will inform all screen layouts within the project.
• Create and manage flow testing, whilst collating and acting on feedback.
• Work with the data team to identify and evaluate the impact of UX designs and find solutions to complex problems.
• Write clear and concise design documentation, ensuring that it is always kept up to date.
• Collaborating with other designers and the game director to ensure that you are delivering features that surprise and delight our players.
• Be the focal point of UX design within the team.
• Assess and communicate issues and risk within reasonable timescales.
• Have a keen eye for quality, identifying areas that could be improved, ensuring the game is meeting the highest standards.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• At least 3 years in the games industry as a UX Designer.
• Shipped at least one game, where you were heavily involved in UX design. Preferably console or PC.
• Expert in using UX flow, design software and art packages such as Figma and Adobe Suite/Photoshop.
• Strong prototyping skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Be able to justify the design decision to a wide range of skill levels within the team.
• Be able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of good practice and responsive design principles.
• Strong in visual design skills, such as layout, composition, typography, colour theory, illustration and iconography.
• Knowledge of Unreal 5 UMG and implementation.

What we offer

Healthy work-life balance:

• 23 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), that increases 1 day per year of service.
• Christmas shut down
• Holiday exchange programme
• Flexible working hours

Support for family life:

• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
• Private Healthcare which includes Optical & Dental

Great office environment:

• A dog friendly studio based in Sheffield, with free snacks, fruit and drinks!
• Free parking

Health & wellbeing support:

• Company sick pay
• 2 days paid Mental Health leave per year
• Access to 24/7 doctors
• Employee Assistance Programme

Learning support:

• Learning days
• Unlimited access to Udemy courses

Additional financial support:

• Technology scheme (up to £750)
• Relocation benefits
• Electric Car Vehicle Scheme
• Discretionary Bonus

Connection and perks:

• Wrap parties & company paid outings
• Individual entertainment budget to cover team events

Steel City Interactive is an equal opportunity employer. We’re committed to building a diverse team and welcome all applications, considering them without regard to race, religion, belief, age, gender, gender expression, gender identity, gender reassignment, disability, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, sex or sexual orientation.

If you’re excited about this role and believe you would add value to our team, but don’t meet every single requirement, we would still like to hear from you – please let us know about the value you would bring in your application.

Job Title: UX Designer (Contract) – GDS Experience Essential

Location: Remote - 1 day per month in Manchester

Contract Length: initial 8 months

Day Rate: £480pd inside IR35

We require an experienced UX Designer to join our team on a contract basis, working on a high-impact public sector project. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in user-centred design and proven experience working to Government Digital Service (GDS) standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead user research and usability testing to inform design decisions
• Design accessible, user-focused solutions across digital services
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including researchers, developers, and product managers
• Ensure designs align with GDS principles and service standards
• Produce wireframes, prototypes, and documentation to support development
• Strong UX design background with a user-centred approach
• Solid experience designing services to meet GDS standards
• Familiarity with GOV.UK Design System
• Experience working in agile, cross-functional teams
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Public sector project experience
• Knowledge of accessibility standards (WCAG)
• Experience using tools like Figma, Sketch, or similar

For further information please apply.