SC Cleared UX Designer (GDS)

• Lead UX design activities across complex digital services and products.
• Create user journeys, wireframes, prototypes and interaction designs.
• Conduct and interpret user research to inform design decisions.
• Collaborate with User Researchers, Service Designers, Product Managers, Developers and Content Designers.
• Ensure services meet GDS standards, accessibility requirements and user needs.
• Facilitate workshops and stakeholder engagement sessions.
• Support iterative design through testing, feedback and continuous improvement.

• Proven experience as a UX Designer on GDS/public sector digital programmes.
• Strong understanding of the GDS Service Manual and service assessments.
• Expertise in user-centred design methodologies.
• Experience using design and prototyping tools such as Figma.
• Strong knowledge of accessibility standards (WCAG 2.1).
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Experience working within Agile multidisciplinary teams.

Mandatory Requirements

• Active SC Clearance is essential.
• Minimum 5 years’ continuous UK residency.
• Ability to attend occasional client site visits in London or Manchester.
• UK-based., If you’re an experienced SC Cleared UX Designer with strong GDS experience and a passion for delivering user-centred government services, we’d love to hear from you. Apply with your latest CV, availability and confirmation of active SC clearance.