Junior UI Designer ARK design

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POSITION INFO:

Junior UI Designer (Hybrid | Contract)

We are looking for a Junior UI Designer to support internal and client-facing projects by creating, improving and applying modern UI and design systems. This is a new role, reporting to a Lead Designer, with mentorship and training provided.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and apply UI design systems across live applications

• Design and improve user interfaces and user journeys

• Build prototypes and annotated designs in Figma

• Modernise existing applications and design UI from scratch where needed

• Support the Lead Designer with UI consistency and design admin tasks

All work is reviewed and approved by a senior designer.

Minimum Requirements (Non-Negotiable)

• Strong UI design skills

• Advanced Figma proficiency

• Experience creating and applying full design systems

• Prototyping experience

• Ability to explain and justify design decisions

• Strong visual attention to detail

Nice to Have

• Basic UX knowledge (wireframes, task flows, personas)

• Awareness of modern UI trends

• WordPress experience

Role Level & Environment

• Junior role with mentorship

• Hybrid working model (mostly remote, in-office once per week)

• Fast-paced, with changing briefs and ongoing iteration

• Requires self-discipline, accountability and comfort with feedback

Portfolio

• Portfolio required

• Degree not required

• Real-world experience not essential

• Must show UI design quality, design systems and design reasoning