About the role
Job Description
Arηs Group, Part of Accenture, is looking for an experienced UX/UI Designer for one of its clients at the EU Institutions in Brussels.
Role & responsibilities
* Translate business and user requirements into intuitive, functional, and aesthetically pleasing UI solutions that align with user needs and project goals. * Analyse user journeys using UX (User Experience) methods (heuristic review, task analysis, analytics review). * Advise cross-functional teams throughout discovery, prototyping, usability testing, and developer handoff; ensure UI consistency and adherence to the design system. * Prototype low- and high-fidelity UI with wireframes, mock-ups, and storyboards to validate and iterate toward an intuitive user experience. * Design and develop responsive UI solutions for various digital products (e.g., web, mobile, tablets) by defining information architecture, interaction workflows, navigation patterns, and applying principles of typography, color, and imagery. * Create and maintain a design system (style guide, tokens, components, templates) with versioned libraries, usage guidelines, and governance. * Creation of graphical elements including illustrations, visuals, infographics, data visualisations, etc. * Plan and run user-centred evaluations (usability tests, heuristic reviews, A/B tests), report issues with severity, evidence, and recommendations. * Contribute UI acceptance criteria and test scenarios; support cross-browser/device and visual regression testing and analyse results with developers. * Collaborate closely with UX Analyst and Accessibility Experts to ensure designs are user-validated and compliancy with regulations and policies. * Prepare developer handoff deliverables and collaborate via handoff tools to ensure accurate implementation. * Advocate for and implement design system components and patterns consistently across all digital products to ensure a cohesive user experience.
Qualifications
Your profile
* Capability to work in an international/multicultural environment, including participation in multi-lingual meetings. * Talent for generating bold, user-centered concepts and capacity to articulate and defend design decisions with evidence (research insights, usability findings, analytics). * Proficiency in adapting to and mastering fast-evolving design and prototyping tools and industry trends. * Strong interpersonal communication skills in English and/or French. * Ability to work in a team as well as autonomously. * Results-oriented mindset, focused on delivering.
Technical skills
* Knowledge of core web technologies (HTML5, CSS3) with an understanding of W3C standards, accessibility (WCAG), and SEO principles. * 6 years of experience with wireframing and interactive prototyping design tools such as Balsamiq, InVision, UxPin, Framer.js, Figma or similar. * Knowledge of design and graphical tools such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, or similar. * 3 years of experience with collaborative tools such as Atlassian’s Confluence or similar. * 6 years of experience applying UX design best practices, including user interface ergonomics, responsive design, data protection and security principles. * 3 years of experience applying user-centred design principles and methodologies, including development of usability test plans based on defined target audiences, personas and user stories. * 3 years of experience in user testing through all stages of a digital solution, including different techniques (e.g. eye tracking, dynamic/static verification) and methods of testing (e.g. remote usability testing, A/B testing, hallway testing, post-release testing). * Knowledge in cross-browser compatibility and testing. * Knowledge of web ergonomics, usability and accessibility. * Knowledge of fundamental visual and typographic design disciplines and principles. * 3 years of experience in agile development environments. * Understanding of security practices and protocols. * Experience with design system tools and component library management.
Certification
* A certification such as UXQB Certified Professional for Usability and User Experience - Foundation (CPUX-F), Nielsen Norman Group (NN/g) UX Certification, or Google UX Design Certificate would be considered an asset
Additional Information
WHAT´S IN IT FOR YOU?
* We value your contribution, which is why we offer a competitive and attractive salary package. * Your wellbeing is our priority – from day one, you are covered by a comprehensive health insurance plan. * Benefit from a convenient meal allowance provided through a ticket restaurant card. * Take part in impactful projects that make a difference at both the national and European level. * Continue to grow with us through in-house training sessions and a wide range of online learning opportunities. * Join a collaborative culture where we regularly celebrate achievements and milestones together.