South Africa Remote (Global) Freelance

Remote Recruitment is hiring a Senior UX/UI Designer

Responsibilities

  • Design bespoke UX/UI solutions tailored to each client — avoiding templates and unnecessary design elements
  • Develop wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity mock-ups that prioritise usability and efficiency
  • Apply sustainable web design principles, ensuring minimal page weight and optimised digital assets
  • Collaborate closely with developers to ensure clean, efficient implementation
  • Present design concepts and strategic thinking confidently to clients
  • Conduct UX research and usability testing to inform and validate design decisions
  • Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring deadlines and quality standards are met
  • Contribute to the development of internal design systems, standards, and brand identity
  • Maintain organised design files, assets, and component libraries
  • Stay up to date with UX/UI trends, accessibility standards, and performance best practices

Requirements

  • Minimum of 8 years’ experience in UX/UI design, preferably within a digital or creative agency
  • A strong and diverse portfolio demonstrating strategic thinking and creative problem-solving
  • Proficiency in Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch, or similar industry-standard tools
  • Solid understanding of responsive design, accessibility standards, and web performance principles
  • Experience presenting to and collaborating directly with clients
  • Working knowledge of front-end development principles (HTML/CSS awareness)
  • Exceptional attention to detail across typography, layout, and visual hierarchy
  • Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a structured remote environment
  • Access to a reliable laptop/computer and stable high-speed internet connection

Nice to Have

  • Experience or strong interest in sustainable web design practices
  • Understanding of web performance optimisation and environmental impact
  • Experience mentoring junior designers or leading design initiatives
  • Exposure to motion design or micro-interactions
  • Background working across both agency and freelance projects

Additional Information

  • Join a team that appreciates your expertise – Remote Recruitment, where your success is our mission.
Required Skills
UX/UI DesignFigmaAdobe Creative SuiteSketch
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Remote Recruitment
A UK-based staffing firm that redefines recruitment by combining traditional sales with strategic, AI-driven advisory placements, offering premium talent solutions including fractional leaders and expert advisors.
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Job Details
Category design
Posted 4 months ago