UI/UX Business Analyst

12 month 1099 Contract hybrid role - 2 days in office. Must be able to start right away. We are seeking a talented UI/UX Business Analyst Consultant for a small client based in Lower Manhattan. In this role, you will analyze business workflows, lead user research, and translate complex requirements into intuitive, accessible, and engaging digital experiences. You will act as the crucial link between business objectives and user-centered design, collaborating closely with stakeholders, and software engineers., * UI/UX Design - while incorporating UX principles to ensure seamless and user-friendly experiences

• Requirement Gathering & Analysis: Partner with business partners and stakeholders to identify project goals, define success metrics, and document detailed functional requirements.
• User Research & Testing: Plan and conduct user interviews, surveys, and usability testing to gather actionable insights on user behavior and pain points.
• Collaborative Problem-Solving: Work closely with product managers, developers, and senior designers to iterate and refine designs based on feedback
• Usability Testing: Plan and conduct user testing sessions, analyze feedback, and incorporate changes to enhance interface usability and satisfaction
• Seamless Implementation: Collaborate with developers to ensure the flawless execution of designs and address implementation challenges
• Innovation & Trends: Stay updated on UI design trends, tools, and best practices, and incorporate them to elevate our products

• Experience: 5 years of combined experience in business analysis, product ownership, or UI/UX roles.
• Design & Analysis Tools: Proficiency in tools such as Figma, Sketch, or Adobe Creative Suite, alongside requirements management platforms like Jira and Confluence.
• Methodologies: Strong experience working in Agile/Scrum development environments.
• Communication: Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, with a proven ability to present ideas to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Computer Science, Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), or a related field. [1]