Senior designer - UX at ION Group

London, England, United Kingdom

ION Group Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Finance, BankingIndustries

Requirements

  • 4-6 years experience in UX design
  • A portfolio of work you can share and present
  • Good knowledge of Figma
  • Solid knowledge of creating prototypes and conducting usability testing
  • Strong communication and presentation skills
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects
  • An eagerness to learn and grow in a fast-paced environment
  • Experience in designing complex applications (preferred)
  • Experience in Banking and finance (preferred)
  • Experience with other design and research software e.g: Miro, Adobe XD, Dovetail (preferred)
  • UX research experience and techniques (preferred)
  • Stakeholder management (preferred)

Responsibilities

  • Conduct user research and gather insights to inform design decisions
  • Create wireframes, prototypes, and user interface designs
  • Deliver design projects from concept to completion, including leading some projects or initiatives
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure a seamless user experience
  • Participate in usability testing and iterate on designs based on feedback
  • Mentor junior designers and provide guidance on best practices and processes
  • Stay updated with the latest design trends and tools

Skills

Figma
Wireframes
Prototypes
Usability Testing
User Research
Miro
Adobe XD
Dovetail

ION Group

Automation technology for financial sector clients

About ION Group

ION Group specializes in automation technology tailored for the financial sector, primarily serving institutional clients like investment banks, asset managers, and brokers. The company provides advanced software solutions that enhance trading, processing, and risk management activities in global financial markets. ION's products include sophisticated software platforms and APIs that enable clients to connect seamlessly to various trading venues and exchanges, ensuring efficient and accurate transactions. Unlike many competitors, ION stands out by acquiring entrepreneurial firms, which allows it to remain agile and responsive to market changes. The company's goal is to enhance efficiency and reduce operational risks for its clients through automation and innovative technology.

London, United KingdomHeadquarters
1998Year Founded
$426.5MTotal Funding
GROWTH_EQUITY_VCCompany Stage
Enterprise Software, FintechIndustries
5,001-10,000Employees

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance
AD&D and disability insurance
Flexible spending account
Health savings account
Life insurance
Mental health care
401K plan
Performance bonus
Supplemental workers' compensation
Family medical leave & parental leave
PTO, paid holidays, sick days, bereavement leave, and volunteer time off
Commuter checks
Company social events
Employee assistance program
Free lunch
mobile phone discount

Risks

Complexity in consolidating trading platforms may lead to operational inefficiencies.
US Treasury market's clearing mandate could impose significant compliance costs.
Potential global tariffs by Trump administration may disrupt ION's global operations.

Differentiation

ION Group specializes in automation technology for the financial sector.
The company offers sophisticated software platforms and APIs for seamless trading.
ION Group constantly innovates to enhance efficiency and reduce operational risks.

Upsides

Increased demand for automation drives innovation in AI-driven trading platforms.
The rise of DeFi creates opportunities for blockchain integration in financial services.
Growing importance of ESG criteria pushes adoption of efficient reporting tools.

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