Digital Designer
Job Type : Permanent, Full Time
Salary :
Niche Recruitment is excited to be working with the multi-channel retailer Whittard of Chelsea, who are looking to recruit an exceptional UX Digital Designer to join the team at their Witney, Oxfordshire Head Office. With ambitious growth plans, you will play a pivotal role in pushing and elevating the look and feel of the Whittard website to deliver unique and interesting customer journeys.
Working in the growing digital team and closely with the eCommerce Manager, this busy role will see you take responsibility for the following;
Conceptualise and deliver web assets, working closely with the Front-End Developer
Working closely with the Design, Marketing, Web and Buying teams to develop and create ideas from brainstorming meetings, presenting several designs from briefings
Work to brand guidelines and vision, proactively seeking ways to increase digital presence through creative, innovative and on-trend online retail design
Create cutting-edge UX solutions and templates that bring simplicity and user-friendliness to user journey blockers
Deliver wireframes, storyboards, and site maps from landing page to basket, for stakeholder review ahead of front-end build
To be considered for the role of UX Digital Designer, you will need the following skills and experience:
4 years+ digital design experience for web, email, mobile and responsive design principles
Excellent knowledge and understanding of Adobe XD and Photoshop
Strong all-round creative portfolio, with brilliant layout, typography and web design skills
Drive to move digital design-forward and create exceptional, exciting designs
Proven experience within an eCommerce environment
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate with senior managers and other departments
Exceptional attention to detail, delivering high-quality digital design in a fast-paced environment
Be customer-centric
The role itself…
Whittard of Chelsea needs a hands-on UX Digital Designer to step into the role and lead on digital design to help drive the brand and content across all digital channels. You will have an eye for layout, colour, and typography with good knowledge of Adobe XD and Photoshop. With a focus on improving the online customer journey, you will manage and deliver multiple projects throughout the creative process through to final sign-off, ensuring high quality is maintained throughout, working within set budgets and timescales.
What the company is like…
As a brand renowned for their British Heritage signature, Whittard have seen steady growth despite the obvious challenges of the past 18 months. The business offers an inviting workplace with fantastic progression options and an exciting and unique range of employee perks, in a dynamic and supportive environment; plus there is always a good cup of tea!
Based in the Witney, Oxfordshire Head Office, the Digital Designer role will play a pivotal role in the digital face of the brand. A super friendly, collaborative environment, you will work hard but reap the benefits of being part of this fun and dynamic business. With a host of employee benefits, generous holiday and awards for long-term service to name a few, you will enjoy being valued whilst working alongside like-minded, talented individuals with the same drive and focus as you. You will also benefit from hybrid home working once through induction period.
How to apply…?
We are looking forward to hearing from you. So if you think your portfolio is strong enough, get in touch with Michelle at Niche Recruitment today to find out more
More Information
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