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The UX Lead will report to the Web & UX Manager and has 1 direct report. 

Responsibilities: 

• Lead the UX design of assigned UNSW projects with multi-faceted user experiences, from conceptualization to launch. 
• Develop a user-centered design vision and communicate them effectively to cross-functional delivery teams.  
• Lead and facilitate technical discussions with product managers, developers, and other UNSW stakeholders to ensure design solutions are aligned with business goals and user needs and aligned with UNSW Brand requirements. 
• Conduct user research and usability testing to inform design decisions and validate design complex concepts. 
• Lead the creation of high-fidelity wireframes, prototypes, and visual designs that effectively communicate design solutions to stakeholders. 
• Ensure effective communication with key stakeholders and provide advice to ensure designs are accessible, inclusive, and meet industry standards for usability and user-centered design. 
• Mentor and guide junior designers, providing feedback and support to help them grow and develop their skills. 
• Stay up to date with emerging design trends and techniques and share knowledge and best practices with the design team. 
• Maintain and enhance the Global Experience Framework library to ensure knowledge transfer is accessible. 
• Actively contribute to the User Design governance working group to ensure all relevant parties are aligned with UNSW design strategy. 

Skills and Experience: 

• Relevant tertiary qualification with subsequent relevant experience or equivalent competence gained through any combination of education, training and experience. 
• At least 5 years of experience as a UX Designer, with a proven track record of delivering high-quality user-centered design solutions. 
• Strong portfolio demonstrating a deep understanding of user-centered design principles and showcasing a range of design projects and processes. 
• Expert Proficiency in design tools such as Sketch, Figma, and Adobe Creative Suite. 
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills, with the ability to effectively communicate design solutions to cross-functional teams and stakeholders. 
• Passion for user-centered design and a commitment to staying up to date with emerging design trends and techniques. 
• People management experience, with proven ability to work effectively without direction, including setting priorities and workflow for self and team.  

For further details on role responsibilities and skills & experience required, refer to the position description found under the position listing on Jobs@UNSW 

Benefits and Culture: People are at the core of everything we do. We recognise it is the contributions of our staff who make UNSW one of the best universities in Australia and the world. Our benefits include: 

• Flexible working options. 
• Career development opportunities. 
• 17% Superannuation contributions and additional leave loading payments. 
• Additional 3 days of leave over Christmas period. 
• Discounts and entitlements (retail, education, fitness). 

For further details on the benefits, please visit https://www.jobs.unsw.edu.au/lifestyle-benefits 

How to Apply: Submit your CV & a succinct one-page cover letter detailing your interest and suitability for the job (as per the skills & experience bullet points in the job description).
Applications may be reviewed as received, applications close Thursday 13 February by 11:55pm.   
Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this role, valid Australian working rights are required on application.  

Contact: Katherine Molloy, katherine.molloy@unsw.edu.au , Talent Acquisition Team 
Please apply directly through the website, applications sent to the contact above will not be accepted. 

UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff. 

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