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# Lead UX Designer

- **Company:** Zachary Daniels Retail Recruitment
- **Location:** London, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Data Analysis, Design of User Interfaces, Website Wireframe, Figma
- **Published:** August 9, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.apply4u.co.uk/jobs/x/43187180/

## About the Role

5+ years' experience in UX Design, Product Design or a similar role
Experience designing customer-facing digital products within ecommerce, retail or another consumer-focused environment
Strong understanding of the end-to-end UX process, from research and discovery through to delivery
Excellent proficiency with Figma, including wireframing, prototyping and high-fidelity UI design
Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams including Product and Engineering
Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities and influence stakeholders at different levels
A data-informed approach to design, using customer insight and testing to support decision making
Strong communication and presentation skills with a passion for creating outstanding user experiences

## Description

We're working with a leading consumer business looking to hire a Lead UX Designer to play a key role in shaping the future of its digital customer experience.
This is an opportunity to work closely with Product, Engineering and commercial teams to create intuitive, customer-focused digital experiences that deliver measurable business value. You'll be responsible for leading UX initiatives from discovery through to delivery, helping to improve customer journeys across web and mobile platforms.
What You'll Be Doing

Lead end-to-end UX projects from research and discovery through to final designs
Conduct user research, usability testing and customer interviews to identify opportunities for improvement
Create wireframes, user flows, prototypes and high-fidelity designs using Figma
Collaborate with Product Managers, Engineers and key business stakeholders to deliver customer-focused solutions
Champion UX best practice and contribute to the continuous improvement of design standards and processes
Use customer insight, analytics and testing to validate ideas and optimise digital experiences
Present design concepts and recommendations to stakeholders across the business
Support the delivery of engaging, accessible and user-centred digital products


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