UX Design Manager

The Manager of Design Services (UX Design Manager) leads the design and user experience practice for Maritz digital products. This role involves leading a team of designers, researchers and front-end developers, setting design standards, and ensuring that our products meet user needs and business goals.

Direct Reports and Budget Responsibility

• Number of Direct Reports: 2 - 6+
• Budgetary Responsibility: Yes

Reporting and Working Relationships

• Direct Reports: UX/UI Designer Specialists & Front-end Developers
• Title of Peers: Sr. Manager, Manager-Product Engineering
• Internal and External Contacts: Product Managers, IT Engineering/Development Managers, Software Engineers, Marketing

Primary Responsibilities

40% Leadership: Lead and mentor a team of UI/UX designers, researchers and front end developers, providing guidance and support to ensure high-quality design work. Monitor progress on deliverables, and present to leadership.

30% Strategy: Develop and implement the UX strategy, aligning it with the company's brand identity and product goals. Establish and maintain design standards and best practices for the team.

30% Collaboration: Work closely with product management, engineering, and other stakeholders to ensure seamless integration of design and functionality. Support rapid prototyping and usability testing to validate design concepts.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in UI/UX design, with at least 2 years in a leadership role
• Strong portfolio showcasing expertise in UI and UX design.
• Proficiency in design tools such as Photoshop, Illustrator, and Figma or other prototyping tools.
• Familiarity with WCAG accessibility standards
• Excellent verbal and written communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Candidates located in Eastern or Central Time Zones are strongly preferred to align with team collaboration and business hours.

Travel Requirements

• Travel Required: Yes
• Percentage of Time Required: 10- 20%

Disclaimer

This job description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by associates within this classification. It is not designed to confirm or be interpreted as a comprehensive summary of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job.