UI/UX Designer

Britam Holdings Plc is a diversified financial services group, listed on the Nairobi Securities Exchange. The group has interests in insurance, asset management, property, and banking, providing a wide range of financial solutions across East and Southern Africa.

This role is a one-year fixed-term contract opportunity within Britam's dynamic team, focusing on the design of intuitive and visually compelling user interfaces for a range of digital products. The successful candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions, demonstrating a passion for user-centered design and a drive to create seamless and engaging user experiences in a fast-paced environment. The position requires a commitment to continuous improvement and innovation in UI/UX design.

1. Collaborate with senior designers and project managers to create intuitive and visually appealing user interfaces for web and mobile applications.
2. Assist in the design and development of wireframes, mock-ups, prototypes, and user interface components using design tools such as Adobe XD, Sketch, or Figma.
3. Participate in user research and usability testing activities to gather feedback and insights for iterative design improvements.
4. Work closely with developers and other team members to ensure the effective implementation of UI designs, while maintaining consistency and usability across different platforms and devices.
5. Stay updated on industry trends, design principles, and best practices in UI/UX design to support continuous improvement and innovation.
6. Contribute ideas and solutions to enhance the user experience and visual appeal of digital products and interfaces.
7. Document design processes, decisions, and guidelines to facilitate knowledge sharing and collaboration within the team.

1. A Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Interaction Design, Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), or a related field from an accredited institution.
2. Strong interest in UI/UX design and proficiency in design tools such as Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch, Figma, or similar software.
3. Demonstrated creative flair and a keen eye for detail, with a passion for creating elegant and user-friendly designs.
4. Familiarity with design principles, typography, color theory, and layout techniques.
5. Excellent communication and collaboration skills, enabling effective work in a multidisciplinary team environment.
6. Ability to accept constructive feedback and iterate on designs to achieve optimal outcomes.
7. Enthusiasm for learning and a strong desire to develop skills and knowledge in UI design.
8. Minimum of 2 years of experience.