Interaction Designer - Remote 12 Month Contract

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Interaction Designer with a strong background in Government Digital Service (GDS) delivery standards to support a major public-sector programme. The ideal candidate will have proven experience designing intuitive, accessible user journeys and a solid understanding of service design principles. AI experience is essential for this role.

Clearance: BPSS/SC highly desirable

Key Responsibilities

• Design and deliver user-centred services aligned with GDS standards across discovery, Alpha, beta, or live phases.
• Create intuitive, accessible user journeys using the GDS Design System and GDS prototyping kit.
• Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams including User Researchers, Product Managers, Content Designers, and Developers.
• Ensure compliance with WCAG 2.1 AA accessibility standards
• Rapidly prototype and iterate designs based on user research insights.
• Present design decisions confidently to senior stakeholders.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven experience working to GDS standards in public-sector projects.
• Strong capability with the GDS Design System and prototyping tools.
• Expertise in designing accessible, user-focused services.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills within Agile teams.
• Solid understanding of accessibility principles and standards.

Nice to Have

• Experience with HTML/CSS prototyping .
• Previous experience in Agile delivery environments.