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I’m looking for a mixed methods researcher to join a growing research business. A bit different to my normal research roles, in that this isn’t a pure UX Research role, and will be covering UX, marketing, PR, Product, Media – any kind of consumer research. The business is on a mission is to help companies better understand their customers like never before. They offer a disruptive customer experience insight platform and a range of insight-led services.  They’re fortunate enough to work with amazing brands in gaming, car marques, sportswear, finance and many other industries, on both short term and longtail insight projects, so if you like a blend of projects – then this is the right place. As a Research Consultant here, you’ll be responsible for undertaking and delivering a wide range of research projects, bringing your research, analytical, design and reporting expertise to the team, drawing upon a strong combination of both qualitative and quantitative experience. The successful applicant will have good commercial skills, a creative approach to problem-solving, and a commitment to delivering value to customers. While managing research projects and client relationships, you’ll also lead the design of qualitative fieldwork (such as depth interviewing and involvement in ethnographic research) and quantitative fieldwork (such as survey studies, data analysis, data visualisation) and support presentation design and delivery. The role can be remote, as long as you’re based in the UK, with the expectation of meeting with the team once a quarter in their London office. Key Responsibilities The focus of the role will be to: •    Take the lead in delivering research projects, from scoping through to methodology and report writing, including managing and developing client relationships; •    Run the day-to-day management of a range of client accounts and be the first point of contact-ensuring expectations are managed and fulfilled;  •    Deliver a wide range of research techniques including fieldwork such as online and in-person interviews, focus groups and data analysis; •    Work with the management to win new work from new and existing clients and proactively identify new business opportunities both in terms of research services and policy markets; •    Plan and manage resources effectively, including financial budgets •    Produce insightful research reports with sophisticated recommendations to support your clients in their decision-making; •    Contribute to the development and profile of our research expertise with clients •    Ensure that the company is up to date with developments in specified policy areas, research techniques and tools What we’re looking for in your background: Essential Experience •    Experience of delivering research projects  •    Experience of working on UX Research projects is a big advantage •    Managing and delivering a portfolio of research projects to tight deadlines •    Interrogating and analysing datasets •    Ability to present, explain and interpret data or analysis to non-technical audiences •    Preparing reports which are both objective and accessible •    Research design, such as devising interview and focus group topic guides, questionnaires, surveys and evaluation frameworks Knowledge •    Quantitative and qualitative research techniques and their appropriate usage •    Expertise in customer insight techniques such as qualitative interviews, online studies, card sorting, user/usability testing, ethnographic research, customer segmentation, service blueprints, etc. •    Knowledge of UX Research is a bid advantage  •    Knowledge of evaluation methodologies •    Prioritise workload for self and others •    A basic understanding of SPSS would be nice to have Here at Futureheads, we encourage applicants from all backgrounds, so if there is anything we can do to make our recruitment processes better for you and to allow you to show your best self, let us know. We also understand that some people require extra time to complete assessments, require alternative application methods and can also benefit from having interview questions or a guide to the type of questions pre-interview. We are open to any suggestions or requests that you may have and are always looking for creative ways to assess talent. Our commitment to you is that you should always feel safe and secure when you’re working with us.

I’m looking for a mixed methods researcher to join a growing research business. A bit different to my normal research roles, in that this isn’t a pure UX Research role, and will be covering UX, marketing, PR, Product, Media – any kind of consumer...

Research Consultant

I&rsquo;m looking for a Senior UX Designer to join a Product &amp; Service Design Studio, based out of their London offices. This is a great opening for an experienced midweight UX Designer looking for the opportunity to step up into a senior role, or for someone new to a senior UX design position who is looking for new challenges and opportunities to grow. As a Senior UX Designer, you&rsquo;ll create exceptional low-fidelity iterations, branching out to explore a range of ideas and solutions across different routes, guiding the client through iterative user-centred design processes and methods. You'll be working closely with other practices within the Studio to push digital creativity standards and industry trends within the company. Other responsibilities with include developing ideas and concepts from initial wireframes, through to low-fidelity designs as well as prototype and present ideas, interactions and flows with confidence among the design team and clients, all while taking on feedback and iterate based on insights. You&rsquo;ll initially be working on a large account with a media Company for 12 months, then rotated onto other projects that offer a variety of challenges. Key skills &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp;Expertise in taking projects from brief through to insight-led wireframes and prototypes that bring brands to life &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp;A keenness to explore the problem space before iteratively exploring solutions to meet those problems &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp;Strong presentation skills, experienced in iterating and presenting ideas, interactions and flows with confidence, guiding clients through the process &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp;Skilled in working independently or collaboratively with other designers in an Agile environment to create great user experiences &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp;Able to support costing and planning activities for design deliverables, report on the status of deliverables to the Delivery team and notifying them of any risks &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp;Assist the wider team by identifying business opportunities, working on pitches, and generating ideas and suggestions for prospective work. Benefits &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp;Annual bonus and profit share &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp;25 days paid time off which increases the longer you&rsquo;re with us &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp;Option to buy and sell up to three days of holiday &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp;Private pension scheme &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp;Option to take out medical coverage &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp;Regular regional away days and local get-togethers &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp;Plentiful training opportunities Here at Futureheads, we encourage applicants from all backgrounds, so if there is anything we can do to make our recruitment processes better for you and to allow you to show your best self, let us know. We also understand that some people require extra time to complete assessments, require alternative application methods and can also benefit from having interview questions or a guide to the type of questions pre-interview. We are open to any suggestions or requests that you may have and are always looking for creative ways to assess talent. Our commitment to you is that you should always feel safe and secure when you&rsquo;re working with us.

I’m looking for a Senior UX Designer to join a Product &amp; Service Design Studio, based out of their London offices. This is a great opening for an experienced midweight UX Designer looking for the opportunity to step up into a senior role, or...

Senior UX Designer

Freelance Senior User Researcher Day Rate: Up to &pound;550 IR35: Inside Duration: 5 weeks: Start Date: March 6th Location: London/ Hybrid &nbsp; I&rsquo;m working with a longstanding Product &amp; Service Design Studio to bring on board a Senior User Researcher to join a client project that will help their client drive conversion for a niche social product. &nbsp; Project needs The client would like to understand where and how to improve the customer experience for core products journeys, and to uncover User Experience issues through an expert and competitor review to inform the design so that the experience is seamless and consistent across markets. &nbsp; Activities across the five weeks - Project Kick-off, Set-up, and Immersion &ndash; review all relevant material as part of the project immersion. Conduct stakeholder interviews, to gather further information/insights into each of the five markets win scope. - Expert Review &ndash; Undertake an Expert Review (mobile only experience, with light-touch on desktop) for key journeys for the specified markets, assessing against a set of user experience principles. - Playback and Ideation - Present to the full team on the insights and design recommendations. Facilitate a collaborative workshop with the core team following the playback to further inform ideas and recommendations. - Prioritisation Workshop &ndash; Co-facilitate a collaborative prioritisation workshop with the core team to review the set of recommendations following an agreed prioritisation framework (e.g., using criteria such as feasibility, viability, and desirability to inform the high-level backlog). - High-level Prioritised Backlog, Final Presentation and Debrief &ndash; Refine recommendations based on the prioritisation workshop, final debrief presentation, and delivery of high-level prioritised backlog. Here at Futureheads, we encourage applicants from all backgrounds, so if there is anything we can do to make our recruitment processes better for you and to allow you to show your best self, let us know. We also understand that some people require extra time to complete assessments, require alternative application methods and can also benefit from having interview questions or a guide to the type of questions pre-interview. We are open to any suggestions or requests that you may have and are always looking for creative ways to assess talent. Our commitment to you is that you should always feel safe and secure when you&rsquo;re working with us.

Freelance Senior User ResearcherDay Rate: Up to £550IR35: InsideDuration: 5 weeks:Start Date: March 6thLocation: London/ Hybrid I’m working with a longstanding Product &amp; Service Design Studio to bring on board a Senior User Researcher to join...

Freelance Senior User Researcher

Staff Engineer
This is an amazing opportunity for an experienced fullstack developer to work for a fast growing tech for Good organisation.&nbsp;
The mission is to use their technology skills and experience as to build an AI system that will significantly help the energy ecosystem achieve a net carbon zero score. &nbsp;
In joining the organisation you would be part of a globally distributed team of specialists. The role of staff engineer is a pivotal hire for the team that will help to significantly shape their Carbon Offsetting product through their tech selections, ensuring the highest standards of code quality and as well as mentoring and guiding more junior members of the team.
What we ideally require&hellip;
Strong commercial experience across a variety of programmes and projects within ideally either startups or scaleup organisations where you&rsquo;ll have played a meaningful role in their product and company journey.
Significant experience in full stack development &ndash; backend leaning. With good knowledge of building products in Python (Django) &amp; React, as well as NoSQL and good understanding of modern DevOps practices (using the likes of Docker and Kubernetes). TDD experience would also be a significant plus point.&nbsp;
Experience contributing to tech selection and architecture. As well as ensuring high code quality standards are met. An ability to mentor more junior engineers as well as still being hands on with the code.
Package:
<ul>
<li>Salary Range &ndash; &pound;100-120k</li>
<li>Holidays &ndash; 25 days plus bank holidays</li>
<li>Pension &ndash; UK employers pension</li>
<li>Discretionary annual bonus</li>
<li>Annual learning and development fund.</li>
</ul>
Process:
<ul>
<li>30min home coding task &ndash; Technical Exercise</li>
<li>Phone screening &ndash; overview of the role in more depth, CV and career run through plus opportunity to ask any additional questions you may have.</li>
<li>Tech Competency interview / Q&amp;A &ndash; Scenario and logic based questions.</li>
<li>HR / Culture Fit Interview</li>
</ul>
(From submission to offer &ndash; intended timeframe 2 weeks)
&nbsp;
Here at Futureheads, we encourage applicants from all backgrounds, so if there is anything we can do to make our recruitment processes better for you and to allow you to show your best self, let us know. We also understand that some people require extra time to complete assessments, require alternative application methods and can also benefit from having interview questions or a guide to the type of questions pre-interview. We are open to any suggestions or requests that you may have and are always looking for creative ways to assess talent. Our commitment to you is that you should always feel safe and secure when you&rsquo;re working with us.

Staff Engineer
This is an amazing opportunity for an experienced fullstack developer to work for a fast growing tech for Good organisation. 
The mission is to use their technology skills and experience as to build an AI system that will...

Staff Engineer

We're currently working with a client that is widely known in the UX industry as providing the gold standard of UX and User Experience. Not only this, they are a business that has been named as officially a great place to work! The team loves the environment, the people and the way the company looks after itself.  Main responsibilities; The senior consultants ensure our teams deliver fantastic quality work to our clients. As a senior practitioner in a user-centred design business, you will be at the heart of everything they do to deliver impressive quality work to their clients. You’ll work collaboratively in a cross-functional team with other UX consultants, service designers, visual designers, technologists, project managers and clients to research and craft innovative design solutions that make a difference. You will; Work at all stages of the research and design process Plan, facilitate and analyse user research Create research outputs, such as personas, experience maps, ‘as-is’ service blueprints etc Create strategic design outputs, such as experience visions, ‘to-be’ service blueprints, roadmaps Turn research and testing findings into design concepts, at varying levels of fidelity – from sketches to wireframes / rough UI designs Create prototypes at varying levels of fidelity, from basic click-throughs to rich, interactive prototypes Work in cross-disciplinary delivery teams, create design artefacts for production  Lead workshops with clients and users Present research findings, designs and their rationale to senior stakeholders Here at Futureheads, we encourage applicants from all backgrounds, so if there is anything we can do to make our recruitment processes better for you and to allow you to show your best self, let us know. We also understand that some people require extra time to complete assessments, require alternative application methods and can also benefit from having interview questions or a guide to the type of questions pre-interview. We are open to any suggestions or requests that you may have and are always looking for creative ways to assess talent. Our commitment to you is that you should always feel safe and secure when you’re working with us.

We're currently working with a client that is widely known in the UX industry as providing the gold standard of UX and User Experience. Not only this, they are a business that has been named as officially a great place to work! The team loves the...

Senior UX Consultant

Brilliant opportunity to work with an established fin tech business and work on products with nationally recognised brands.  How will your role contribute to the client? As a new Product Designer, you'll play a key role in the development and success of the businesses new fin tech products. You will be responsible for the product design including user research, user experience, visual design and maintaining the design system. This role requires a hardworking, motivated and deadline driven individual who advocates user-centred design and uses data and insights to inform their decisions. You will be embedded into a development team that has ownership of this new product and are ultimately responsible for its successful launch along with delivering an acquisition journey that works for customers. Key accountabilities<ul><li>Conceptualise, develop and craft innovative design solutions for our products</li><li>Develop User Interface designs using knowledge of task flows, functionality requirements, Information Architecture, UI best practice and industry/company native interface standards</li><li>Collaborate with PO’s and development teams to ensure that the integrity of the experience is maintained through launch</li><li>Clearly communicate User Experience principles and design decisions to stakeholders and project team members</li><li>Champion user-centred design and usability principles</li></ul>Additional responsibilities<ul><li>Help frame problems, facilitate workshops and lead focus group activities</li><li>Hold and facilitate user research activities and present findings back to team members</li></ul>Your Skills and Experience <ul><li>Strong portfolio showcasing projects worked on and the results of your work</li><li>Expert knowledge in the use of Figma, Miro, Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office Suite</li><li>Experienced knowledge of User Experience, User Interface and User Research principles</li><li>Confident communicator with proven writing and visual communication skills</li><li>Experience with wireframing and prototyping tools to demonstrate your design approach</li><li>Good analytical skills</li><li>Understanding of Accessibility standards (W3C)</li><li>Experience working within an Agile team (SCRUM/KANBAN)</li></ul>This is a hybrid role with 2 days in the office per week. Here at Futureheads, we encourage applicants from all backgrounds, so if there is anything we can do to make our recruitment processes better for you and to allow you to show your best self, let us know. We also understand that some people require extra time to complete assessments, require alternative application methods and can also benefit from having interview questions or a guide to the type of questions pre-interview. We are open to any suggestions or requests that you may have and are always looking for creative ways to assess talent. Our commitment to you is that you should always feel safe and secure when you’re working with us.

Brilliant opportunity to work with an established fin tech business and work on products with nationally recognised brands. How will your role contribute to the client?As a new Product Designer, you'll play a key role in the development and...

Product Designer

Overview of the role and team structure; The fin tech client are looking for a Senior Product Designer with managerial experience to focus on UX, UI, and User Research to join their team in London.  You'll get to be hands-on and lead a small team of product designers to create end to end experiences, from research and discovery to defining opportunities, concepting and prototyping, user testing, shipping, measuring, and iterating. This will be done in collaboration with a positive team of developers, product managers, and data analysts. Your product squads, your line manager, product managers, and, of course, the entire Product Design team will mentor and support you on a regular basis. What you’ll be doing; Over the weeks, it looks like: <ul><li>Planning and Prioritising. Working closely with business partners and squads to plan and prioritise new functionality, optimisations and areas of focus together and across your team.</li><li>Research activities. Conducting primary and secondary user research and testing to gain a deep understanding of our users. Reviewing data with Analysts to understand and measure behaviours.</li><li>Experience mapping. Understanding our users goals, desires and expectations. Facilitate mapping the experience, journeys and flows to help us prioritise problems and opportunities.</li><li>Workshop Facilitation. Working with the business to develop ideas and prioritise. Plan and facilitate co-creation workshops.</li><li>Crafting user interfaces. Translate your concepts into appealing UI designs with a strong focus on Responsive Web Design principles. Provide a design spec to support implementation.</li><li>Testing and learning. Using a variety of testing approaches and tactics; card sorting, clickable prototypes, usability studies, tree testing and think out loud studies.</li><li>Measuring and iterating. Measuring the outcomes of your work whilst iterating and prioritising identified areas of improvement.</li><li>Review implementation. Working together with the developers you will aid in implementation and review the final output before it’s shipped.</li><li>Growing the design system. Coordinate new components, layouts, grids, flows and interactions which will foster into our design system and component library.</li><li>Team management. Support, mentor and challenge your team members to always bring their best. Help set clear goals and priorities for your team, and regularly check in on progress.</li><li>Influencing product strategy. Function as a strategic partner with our Product Managers to shape product roadmaps and contextualise high-level decisions and directions to your team.</li><li>Establish relationships across cross-functional team members from Product, Marketing, Development, Analysts and speak to the overall product strategy, design goals and execution.</li></ul> Here at Futureheads, we encourage applicants from all backgrounds, so if there is anything we can do to make our recruitment processes better for you and to allow you to show your best self, let us know. We also understand that some people require extra time to complete assessments, require alternative application methods and can also benefit from having interview questions or a guide to the type of questions pre-interview. We are open to any suggestions or requests that you may have and are always looking for creative ways to assess talent. Our commitment to you is that you should always feel safe and secure when you’re working with us.

Overview of the role and team structure;The fin tech client are looking for a Senior Product Designer with managerial experience to focus on UX, UI, and User Research to join their team in London.  You'll get to be hands-on and lead a small team...

Senior Designer (Manager)

Overview of the role and team structure; The fin tech client&nbsp;are looking for a Senior Product Designer with managerial experience to focus on UX, UI, and User Research to join their team in London.&nbsp; You'll get to be hands-on and lead a small team of product designers to create end to end experiences, from research and discovery to defining opportunities, concepting and prototyping, user testing, shipping, measuring, and iterating. This will be done in collaboration with a positive team of developers, product managers, and data analysts. Your product squads, your line manager, product managers, and, of course, the&nbsp;entire Product Design team will mentor and support you on a regular basis. What you’ll be doing; Over the weeks, it looks like: <ul><li>Planning and Prioritising. Working closely with business partners and squads to plan and prioritise new functionality, optimisations and areas of focus together and across your team.</li><li>Research activities. Conducting primary and secondary user research and testing to gain a deep understanding of our users. Reviewing data with Analysts to understand and measure behaviours.</li><li>Experience mapping. Understanding our users goals, desires and expectations. Facilitate mapping the experience, journeys and flows to help us prioritise problems and opportunities.</li><li>Workshop Facilitation. Working with the business to develop ideas and prioritise. Plan and facilitate co-creation workshops.</li><li>Crafting user interfaces. Translate your concepts into appealing UI designs with a strong focus on Responsive Web Design principles. Provide a design spec to support implementation.</li><li>Testing and learning. Using a variety of testing approaches and tactics; card sorting, clickable prototypes, usability studies, tree testing and think out loud studies.</li><li>Measuring and iterating. Measuring the outcomes of your work whilst iterating and prioritising identified areas of improvement.</li><li>Review implementation. Working together with the developers you will aid in implementation and review the final output before it’s shipped.</li><li>Growing the design system. Coordinate new components, layouts, grids, flows and interactions which will foster into our design system and component library.</li><li>Team management. Support, mentor and challenge your team members to always bring their best. Help set clear goals and priorities for your team, and regularly check in on progress.</li><li>Influencing product strategy. Function as a strategic partner with our Product Managers to shape product roadmaps and contextualise high-level decisions and directions to your team.</li><li>Establish relationships across cross-functional team members from Product, Marketing, Development, Analysts and speak to the overall product strategy, design goals and execution.</li></ul> Here at Futureheads, we encourage applicants from all backgrounds, so if there is anything we can do to make our recruitment processes better for you and to allow you to show your best self, let us know. We also understand that some people require extra time to complete assessments, require alternative application methods and can also benefit from having interview questions or a guide to the type of questions pre-interview. We are open to any suggestions or requests that you may have and are always looking for creative ways to assess talent. Our commitment to you is that you should always feel safe and secure when you’re working with us.

How will your role contribute to the client? As a new Product Designer, you'll play a key role in the development and success of the businesses new fin tech products. You will be responsible for the product design including user research, user experience, visual design and maintaining the design system. This role requires a hardworking, motivated and deadline driven individual who advocates user-centred design and uses data and insights to inform their decisions. You will be embedded into a development team that has ownership of this new product and are ultimately responsible for its successful launch along with delivering an acquisition journey that works for customers. Key accountabilities<ul><li>Conceptualise, develop and craft innovative design solutions for our products</li><li>Develop User Interface designs using knowledge of task flows, functionality requirements, Information Architecture, UI best practice and industry/company native interface standards</li><li>Collaborate with PO’s and development teams to ensure that the integrity of the experience is maintained through launch</li><li>Clearly communicate User Experience principles and design decisions to stakeholders and project team members</li><li>Champion user-centred design and usability principles</li></ul>Additional responsibilities<ul><li>Help frame problems, facilitate workshops and lead focus group activities</li><li>Hold and facilitate user research activities and present findings back to team members</li></ul>Your Skills and Experience <ul><li>Strong portfolio showcasing projects worked on and the results of your work</li><li>Expert knowledge in the use of Figma, Miro, Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office Suite</li><li>Experienced knowledge of User Experience, User Interface and User Research principles</li><li>Confident communicator with proven writing and visual communication skills</li><li>Experience with wireframing and prototyping tools to demonstrate your design approach</li><li>Good analytical skills</li><li>Understanding of Accessibility standards (W3C)</li><li>Experience working within an Agile team (SCRUM/KANBAN)</li></ul>This is a hybrid role with 2 days in the office per week. Here at Futureheads, we encourage applicants from all backgrounds, so if there is anything we can do to make our recruitment processes better for you and to allow you to show your best self, let us know. We also understand that some people require extra time to complete assessments, require alternative application methods and can also benefit from having interview questions or a guide to the type of questions pre-interview. We are open to any suggestions or requests that you may have and are always looking for creative ways to assess talent. Our commitment to you is that you should always feel safe and secure when you’re working with us.

How will your role contribute to the client?As a new Product Designer, you'll play a key role in the development and success of the businesses new fin tech products. You will be responsible for the product design including user research, user...

Overview of the role and team structure The fin tech client are looking for a Senior Product Designer with managerial experience to focus on UX, UI, and User Research to join their team in London.  You'll get to be hands-on and lead a small team of product designers to create end to end experiences, from research and discovery to defining opportunities, concepting and prototyping, user testing, shipping, measuring, and iterating. This will be done in collaboration with a positive team of developers, product managers, and data analysts. Your product squads, your line manager, product managers, and, of course, the entire Product Design team will mentor and support you on a regular basis. What you’ll be doing Over the weeks, it looks like: <ul><li>Planning and Prioritising. Working closely with business partners and squads to plan and prioritise new functionality, optimisations and areas of focus together and across your team.</li><li>Research activities. Conducting primary and secondary user research and testing to gain a deep understanding of our users. Reviewing data with Analysts to understand and measure behaviours.</li><li>Experience mapping. Understanding our users goals, desires and expectations. Facilitate mapping the experience, journeys and flows to help us prioritise problems and opportunities.</li><li>Workshop Facilitation. Working with the business to develop ideas and prioritise. Plan and facilitate co-creation workshops.</li><li>Crafting user interfaces. Translate your concepts into appealing UI designs with a strong focus on Responsive Web Design principles. Provide a design spec to support implementation.</li><li>Testing and learning. Using a variety of testing approaches and tactics; card sorting, clickable prototypes, usability studies, tree testing and think out loud studies.</li><li>Measuring and iterating. Measuring the outcomes of your work whilst iterating and prioritising identified areas of improvement.</li><li>Review implementation. Working together with the developers you will aid in implementation and review the final output before it’s shipped.</li><li>Growing the design system. Coordinate new components, layouts, grids, flows and interactions which will foster into our design system and component library.</li><li>Team management. Support, mentor and challenge your team members to always bring their best. Help set clear goals and priorities for your team, and regularly check in on progress.</li><li>Influencing product strategy. Function as a strategic partner with our Product Managers to shape product roadmaps and contextualise high-level decisions and directions to your team.</li><li>Establish relationships across cross-functional team members from Product, Marketing, Development, Analysts and speak to the overall product strategy, design goals and execution.</li></ul> Here at Futureheads, we encourage applicants from all backgrounds, so if there is anything we can do to make our recruitment processes better for you and to allow you to show your best self, let us know. We also understand that some people require extra time to complete assessments, require alternative application methods and can also benefit from having interview questions or a guide to the type of questions pre-interview. We are open to any suggestions or requests that you may have and are always looking for creative ways to assess talent. Our commitment to you is that you should always feel safe and secure when you’re working with us.

Overview of the role and team structure The fin tech client are looking for a Senior Product Designer with managerial experience to focus on UX, UI, and User Research to join their team in London.  You'll get to be hands-on and lead a small team...

Senior Designer (manager)

Overview of the role and team structure The client are looking for a Senior Manager, Product Designer with a focus on UX, UI, and User Research to join our fin tech client in London.  You'll get to be hands-on and lead a small team of product designers to create end to end experiences, from research and discovery to defining opportunities, concepting and prototyping, user testing, shipping, measuring, and iterating. This will be done in collaboration with a positive team of developers, product managers, and data analysts. Your product squads, your line manager, product managers, and, of course, the entire Product Design team will mentor and support you on a regular basis. What you’ll be doing Over the weeks, it looks like: <ul><li>Planning and Prioritising. Working closely with business partners and squads to plan and prioritise new functionality, optimisations and areas of focus together and across your team.</li><li>Research activities. Conducting primary and secondary user research and testing to gain a deep understanding of our users. Reviewing data with Analysts to understand and measure behaviours.</li><li>Experience mapping. Understanding our users goals, desires and expectations. Facilitate mapping the experience, journeys and flows to help us prioritise problems and opportunities.</li><li>Workshop Facilitation. Working with the business to develop ideas and prioritise. Plan and facilitate co-creation workshops.</li><li>Crafting user interfaces. Translate your concepts into appealing UI designs with a strong focus on Responsive Web Design principles. Provide a design spec to support implementation.</li><li>Testing and learning. Using a variety of testing approaches and tactics; card sorting, clickable prototypes, usability studies, tree testing and think out loud studies.</li><li>Measuring and iterating. Measuring the outcomes of your work whilst iterating and prioritising identified areas of improvement.</li><li>Review implementation. Working together with the developers you will aid in implementation and review the final output before it’s shipped.</li><li>Growing the design system. Coordinate new components, layouts, grids, flows and interactions which will foster into our design system and component library.</li><li>Team management. Support, mentor and challenge your team members to always bring their best. Help set clear goals and priorities for your team, and regularly check in on progress.</li><li>Influencing product strategy. Function as a strategic partner with our Product Managers to shape product roadmaps and contextualise high-level decisions and directions to your team.</li><li>Establish relationships across cross-functional team members from Product, Marketing, Development, Analysts and speak to the overall product strategy, design goals and execution.</li></ul> Here at Futureheads, we encourage applicants from all backgrounds, so if there is anything we can do to make our recruitment processes better for you and to allow you to show your best self, let us know. We also understand that some people require extra time to complete assessments, require alternative application methods and can also benefit from having interview questions or a guide to the type of questions pre-interview. We are open to any suggestions or requests that you may have and are always looking for creative ways to assess talent. Our commitment to you is that you should always feel safe and secure when you’re working with us.

Overview of the role and team structure The client are looking for a Senior Manager, Product Designer with a focus on UX, UI, and User Research to join our fin tech client in London.  You'll get to be hands-on and lead a small team of product...

How will your role contribute to the client? As our new Product Designer, you'll play a key role in the development and success of the businesses new fin tech products. You will be responsible for the product design including user research, user experience, visual design and maintaining the design system. This role requires a hardworking, motivated and deadline driven individual who advocates user-centred design and uses data and insights to inform their decisions. You will be embedded into a development team that has ownership of this new product and are ultimately responsible for its successful launch along with delivering an acquisition journey that works for customers. Key accountabilities<ul><li>Conceptualise, develop and craft innovative design solutions for our products</li><li>Develop User Interface designs using knowledge of task flows, functionality requirements, Information Architecture, UI best practice and industry/company native interface standards</li><li>Collaborate with PO’s and development teams to ensure that the integrity of the experience is maintained through launch</li><li>Clearly communicate User Experience principles and design decisions to stakeholders and project team members</li><li>Champion user-centred design and usability principles</li></ul>Additional responsibilities<ul><li>Help frame problems, facilitate workshops and lead focus group activities</li><li>Hold and facilitate user research activities and present findings back to team members</li></ul>Your Skills and Experience <ul><li>Strong portfolio showcasing projects worked on and the results of your work</li><li>Expert knowledge in the use of Figma, Miro, Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office Suite</li><li>Experienced knowledge of User Experience, User Interface and User Research principles</li><li>Confident communicator with proven writing and visual communication skills</li><li>Experience with wireframing and prototyping tools to demonstrate your design approach</li><li>Good analytical skills</li><li>Understanding of Accessibility standards (W3C)</li><li>Experience working within an Agile team (SCRUM/KANBAN)</li></ul>This is a hybrid role with 2 days in the office per week. Here at Futureheads, we encourage applicants from all backgrounds, so if there is anything we can do to make our recruitment processes better for you and to allow you to show your best self, let us know. We also understand that some people require extra time to complete assessments, require alternative application methods and can also benefit from having interview questions or a guide to the type of questions pre-interview. We are open to any suggestions or requests that you may have and are always looking for creative ways to assess talent. Our commitment to you is that you should always feel safe and secure when you’re working with us.

How will your role contribute to the client?As our new Product Designer, you'll play a key role in the development and success of the businesses new fin tech products. You will be responsible for the product design including user research, user...

Senior UX Consultant with a client that is widely known in the UX industry as providing the gold standard of UX and User Experience.   A business that has been named as officially a great place to work! The team loves the environment, the people and the way the company looks after itself.  Main responsibilities; The senior consultants ensure our teams deliver fantastic quality work to our clients. As a senior practitioner in a user-centred design business, you will be at the heart of everything they do to deliver impressive quality work to their clients. You’ll work collaboratively in a cross-functional team with other UX consultants, service designers, visual designers, technologists, project managers and clients to research and craft innovative design solutions that make a difference. You will; Work at all stages of the research and design process Plan, facilitate and analyse user research Create research outputs, such as personas, experience maps, ‘as-is’ service blueprints etc Create strategic design outputs, such as experience visions, ‘to-be’ service blueprints, roadmaps Turn research and testing findings into design concepts, at varying levels of fidelity – from sketches to wireframes / rough UI designs Create prototypes at varying levels of fidelity, from basic click-throughs to rich, interactive prototypes Work in cross-disciplinary delivery teams, create design artefacts for production  Lead workshops with clients and users Present research findings, designs and their rationale to senior stakeholders   Here at Futureheads, we encourage applicants from all backgrounds, so if there is anything we can do to make our recruitment processes better for you and to allow you to show your best self, let us know. We also understand that some people require extra time to complete assessments, require alternative application methods and can also benefit from having interview questions or a guide to the type of questions pre-interview. We are open to any suggestions or requests that you may have and are always looking for creative ways to assess talent. Our commitment to you is that you should always feel safe and secure when you’re working with us.

Senior UX Consultant with a client that is widely known in the UX industry as providing the gold standard of UX and User Experience.   A business that has been named as officially a great place to work! The team loves the environment, the people...

Women face unique challenges in the workplace, from gender bias and discrimination to imposter syndrome and work-life balance issues. However, with the right strategies and support, women can thrive and succeed in their careers. Here are some tips and examples of successful women who have overcome obstacles to achieve their goals.&nbsp;

Creating a Sense of Understanding&nbsp;
One of the most important ways to feel empowered and supported in the workplace is to create a sense of understanding with your colleagues and superiors. This means communicating your needs, boundaries, and goals, as well as actively listening and empathising with others.&nbsp;
For example, if you need to take time off for a family emergency, communicate this to your team and offer to make up the work later. If you're struggling with a project, ask for feedback and support from your colleagues. By being transparent and collaborative, you can build trust and respect with your colleagues.&nbsp;
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Successful Women&nbsp;
There are many successful women who have made significant contributions to the tech industry, paving the way for other women to follow in their footsteps. Here are just a few examples:&nbsp;
There are many successful women who have made significant contributions to the tech industry, paving the way for other women to follow in their footsteps. Here are just a few examples:&nbsp;
Sheryl Sandberg - COO of Facebook and author of the best-selling book "Lean In", which encourages women to pursue their ambitions and achieve their goals.&nbsp;
Susan Wojcicki - CEO of YouTube and previously responsible for the development of Google's advertising and analytic products, including AdWords and Google Analytics.&nbsp;
Ginni Rometty - CEO of IBM and the first woman to lead the company in its 100+ year history. Rometty has been with IBM for over 30 years and has been credited with leading the company's transformation into a cloud and cognitive solutions provider.&nbsp;
Safra Catz - CEO of Oracle, a multinational computer technology corporation. Catz has been with Oracle since 1999 and was named CEO in 2014, making her one of the highest-paid female CEOs in the world.&nbsp;
Ursula Burns - Former CEO of Xerox, Burns was the first African American woman to lead a Fortune 500 company. During her tenure at Xerox, Burns led a successful turnaround effort and oversaw the company's transition from a hardware to a services business.&nbsp;
Reshma Saujani - Founder and CEO of Girls Who Code, a nonprofit organization that aims to close the gender gap in technology by teaching girls to code and encouraging them to pursue careers in tech.&nbsp;
Hadi Partovi - Founder and CEO of Code.org, an organization that promotes computer science education and provides resources to teachers and students to help them learn coding.&nbsp;
Marissa Mayer - Former CEO of Yahoo!, Mayer was one of the first female engineers at Google and played a key role in the development of Google's search and mapping products.&nbsp;
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Hurdles They Overcame&nbsp;
These women have overcome hurdles such as gender bias, discrimination, imposter syndrome, and work-life balance issues. They have done so by cultivating resilience, seeking support, and speaking up for themselves and others. They have broken down barriers and paved the way for future generations of women to make their mark on the tech industry.&nbsp;
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Having a Valuable Voice within the Business&nbsp;
To have a valuable voice within the business, it's important to be assertive, confident, and well-informed. This means staying up to date on industry trends and best practices, as well as networking and building relationships with colleagues and mentors.&nbsp;
It also means advocating for yourself and others, whether that means asking for a promotion or salary increase or speaking up about issues such as harassment or discrimination. By using your voice in a constructive and impactful way, you can make a difference within your organisation and beyond.&nbsp;
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By acknowledging and addressing these issues, and by seeking support and guidance from colleagues and mentors, women can feel empowered and supported in the workplace. With perseverance and determination, women can achieve their goals and make a positive impact in their careers and beyond.&nbsp;

Feeling Empowered and Supported as a Woman in the Workplace

<h1>We spoke to some of the women in our teams about the challenges women face not just in the workplace but with themselves, exploring topics from building self-confidence to battling imposter syndrome, here are our quick tips to help you be your best self at work.</h1>

Confidence:&nbsp;
Celebrate your accomplishments and focus on your strengths.&nbsp;
Don't be afraid to ask questions or speak up in meetings.&nbsp;
Practice positive self-talk and challenge negative thoughts.&nbsp;
Take risks and step out of your comfort zone.&nbsp;
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Self-love:&nbsp;
Take care of your physical and mental health.&nbsp;
Practice self-compassion and treat yourself with kindness.&nbsp;
Don't compare yourself to others and focus on your own journey.&nbsp;
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Self-reflection:&nbsp;
Set aside time to reflect on your values, goals, and progress.&nbsp;
Journal or meditate to gain clarity and insight.&nbsp;
Seek feedback from mentors or trusted colleagues.&nbsp;
Use mistakes and failures as opportunities for growth.&nbsp;
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Imposter syndrome:&nbsp;
Recognise that imposter syndrome is common and normal.&nbsp;
Reframe negative self-talk and focus on your accomplishments.&nbsp;
Share your feelings with those you trust.&nbsp;
Practice self-compassion and remind yourself that everyone makes mistakes.&nbsp;
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Resilience:&nbsp;
Develop coping strategies for stress and setbacks.&nbsp;
Cultivate a growth mindset and embrace challenges.&nbsp;
Build a strong support system of friends, family, and colleagues.&nbsp;
Practice self-care and prioritise rest and rejuvenation.&nbsp;
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Effective communication:&nbsp;
Speak clearly and confidently.&nbsp;
Use assertive language and avoid minimising your ideas or opinions.&nbsp;
Listen actively and show empathy.&nbsp;
Seek feedback and be open to constructive criticism.&nbsp;
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Work-life balance:&nbsp;
Set boundaries and prioritise self-care.&nbsp;
Schedule time for both work and personal activities.&nbsp;
Communicate your needs to your employer and colleagues.&nbsp;
Practice mindfulness and stay present in the moment.&nbsp;
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Stress management:&nbsp;
Develop a self-care routine that works for you.&nbsp;
Practice mindfulness and relaxation techniques.&nbsp;
Prioritise sleep, exercise, and healthy eating.&nbsp;
Seek support from a therapist or support group if needed.&nbsp;
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Presenting skills and public speaking:&nbsp;
Practice and prepare thoroughly before a presentation or speech.&nbsp;
Focus on your message and the needs of your audience.&nbsp;
Use confident body language and eye contact.&nbsp;
Don't be afraid to use humor or personal anecdotes to engage your audience.&nbsp;
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Every woman's journey is unique, and it's crucial to find strategies that work for you. Don't be afraid to seek support and guidance from mentors, colleagues, or mental health professionals.&nbsp;&nbsp;
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We&rsquo;re always striving to deliver helpful and informative content, and we&rsquo;ve covered tips for managing your stress <a href="https://www.wearefutureheads.com/news/it-s-national-stress-awareness-day/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a>. If you&rsquo;re keen to stay up to date on the latest tech sector trends, you can read more <a href="https://www.wearefutureheads.com/news/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a>.&nbsp;

Quick tips to help you be your best self at work #InternationalWomensDay

As the world becomes increasingly digitised, it's crucial that we ensure that women are fully represented and empowered in the digital space.

The #EmbraceEquity movement seeks to do just that, by promoting gender equity in the digital world and supporting women in digital careers.&nbsp;
According to a report by the World Economic Forum, women are currently underrepresented in the digital sector, accounting for only 22% of professionals in the field. This is a concerning statistic, as the digital sector is growing rapidly and will be a major source of job opportunities in the future.&nbsp;
One of the key challenges facing women in digital is the gender pay gap. According to a study by the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM), the gender pay gap in digital marketing is around 16%, which is higher than the national average. This is a problem that needs to be addressed, and companies should take steps to ensure that women in digital are paid fairly and have equal opportunities for career progression.&nbsp;
However, there are many inspiring women in digital who are making a real difference. For example, Martha Lane Fox is a British entrepreneur and philanthropist who co-founded <a href="https://www.lastminute.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">lastminute.com</a>, a successful travel website. She has also been involved in numerous digital initiatives, including chairing the government's Digital Advisory Board and founding the charity Doteveryone, which aims to make the internet a better place for everyone.&nbsp;
Another inspiring figure is Anne-Marie Imafidon, a British computer scientist and founder of <a href="https://stemettes.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Stemettes</a>, a social enterprise that aims to inspire and support young women in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and maths) fields. Stemettes runs events and programmes to encourage girls to pursue careers in STEM and has already reached over 45,000 young people.&nbsp;
There are also many organisations working to support women in digital. For example, <a href="https://womenindigital.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Women in Digital </a>is a community that provides support and networking opportunities for women working in the digital sector. The organisation aims to increase the number of women in digital roles and to improve diversity and inclusion in the industry.&nbsp;
In conclusion, the #EmbraceEquity movement is crucial in promoting gender equity in the digital sector and supporting women in digital careers. While there is still much work to be done to address the gender pay gap and increase representation, there are many inspiring women in digital who are making a real difference. By working together and supporting initiatives like Women in Digital and Stemettes, we can create a more diverse and inclusive digital sector that benefits everyone.&nbsp;
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Futureheads&rsquo; Jamie Roostan is writing a Women in Tech series currently, you can read the most recent article <a href="https://www.wearefutureheads.com/news/women-in-tech--5-statistics-that-will-shock-you/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a>.&nbsp;

Women in Digital #EmbraceEquity

Are you looking to attract diverse talent? You&rsquo;ve come to the right place. In today&rsquo;s globalized world, having a diverse workforce is essential for companies seeking success. A variety of backgrounds and experiences can open up new ideas, create an inclusive environment, and give organizations a competitive edge.

The Benefits of Diversity&nbsp;
Alongside offering their unique perspectives, having a workforce filled with diverse people also creates a positive and collaborative atmosphere. A welcoming and inclusive workplace encourages everyone to trust each other, encouraging creativity and innovation that can lead to higher job satisfaction and increased productivity.
Companies can also open themselves up to larger customer bases by diversifying their team, allowing them to build strong relationships with new audiences and tap into new sources of revenue. All these benefits make it clear why having a diverse workplace is essential for any company aiming for success in the modern business landscape.
Recruiting Strategies&nbsp;
When it comes to recruitment, there are some effective strategies employers can use to ensure they&rsquo;re casting a wide net. Here are five of the most useful:&nbsp;&nbsp;
1. Reach out proactively &ndash; connect with minority-focused networks and job fairs.&nbsp;&nbsp;
2. Utilize diversity job boards &ndash; post jobs on sites specifically designed for connecting employers with underrepresented talent pools.
3. Use inclusive language &ndash; when writing up job postings, aim for gender-neutral language that won&rsquo;t be interpreted as biased.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
4. Train recruiters in unconscious bias &ndash; understanding the potential for unconscious biases in decision-making processes is key; take time for training in this area so recruiters have the tools they need to reduce them as much as possible. We've written about how to beat bias in the hiring process before <a href="https://www.wearefutureheads.com/news/bias-in-the-hiring-process--how-to-spot-it-and-how-to-beat-it-/">here</a>.&nbsp;
5. Create an inclusive culture &ndash; offering flexible hours, mentorship opportunities, and celebrating diversity will help create an equitable recruiting environment that appeals to all applicants!
Cultivating an Inclusive Environment&nbsp;&nbsp;
To attract diverse talent, organizations must focus on creating an environment that embraces differences among its staff members:
1) Train employees on diversity issues &ndash; make sure everyone is aware of the importance of inclusion from recruitment through promotion.
2) Implement fair hiring practices &ndash; ensure everyone has an equal chance at open positions.
3) Design policies with diversity in mind - think about how your policies can support different backgrounds.
4) Provide resources for employees &ndash; offer affinity groups or mentorship programs.
5) Celebrate differences - host events dedicated to various cultures or religious holidays!&nbsp;&nbsp;
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Closing Thoughts&nbsp;&nbsp;
It&rsquo;s clear that companies need to make a commitment to diversity if they want access to the best talent on the market today - here are five suggestions on how you can stay ahead:&nbsp;&nbsp;
Manage a comprehensive diversity policy; Foster respect and appreciation between staff members; Utilize social media platforms; Build relationships with universities/organizations supporting diverse populations; Review job postings &amp; eliminate language/code words exclusive or discouraging certain groups! By taking proactive steps towards building an inclusive environment within your organization you will be well on your way towards attracting top-notch talent from all backgrounds!&nbsp;

5 Things You Could Do To Attract Diverse Talent 

Historically, the tech industry has been male-dominated, but there are now many successful women in tech who are changing the industry for the better.

As International Women's Day approaches, it's important to recognise and celebrate the contributions that women have made in the tech industry in the UK.
According to a recent report from PwC, women currently make up only 15% of the tech industry in the UK, a figure that has remained relatively stagnant in recent years. However, there are many organizations and initiatives working to increase the representation of women in tech, and progress is being made.&nbsp;
One of the key challenges facing women in tech is the gender pay gap. According to a report by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD), the gender pay gap in the tech industry is around 25%, significantly higher than the national average of 17.3%. This is a problem that needs to be addressed, and companies are starting to take steps to ensure that women are paid fairly and have equal opportunities for career progression.&nbsp;
There are also many inspiring women in tech who are making a real difference in the industry. For example, Dame Stephanie Shirley is a British businesswoman and philanthropist who founded a software company in the 1960s, employing mainly women. She was a pioneer in promoting flexible working and was awarded a damehood in recognition of her work.&nbsp;
Another inspiring figure is Dr. Sue Black, a computer scientist and technology evangelist who founded the campaign to save Bletchley Park, the site where codebreakers worked during World War II. Dr. Black has also worked to promote the role of women in tech and has written a book, <a href="https://www.wob.com/en-gb/books/sue-black/saving-bletchley-park/9781908717924?cq_src=google_ads&amp;cq_cmp=19545754695&amp;cq_con=&amp;cq_med=pla&amp;cq_plac=&amp;cq_net=x&amp;gclid=CjwKCAiAjPyfBhBMEiwAB2CCIhXDMyXFDVt2IKFbIFhU1PfN2hUUZuFfOF5dCCctAWkk-TJDgBfuShoCQkgQAvD_BwE#GOR007849636" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">"Saving Bletchley Park"</a>, about her experiences.&nbsp;
There are also many organizations working to support women in tech. For example, <a href="https://codefirstgirls.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Code First Girls</a> is a social enterprise that aims to increase the number of women in tech through free coding courses and events. Ada's List is a community of women working in tech who provide support and networking opportunities for each other.&nbsp;
While there is still much work to be done to increase the representation of women in tech in the UK, there are many inspiring women who are making a real difference in the industry. It's important to celebrate their achievements and to support initiatives that aim to increase the number of women in tech and reduce the gender pay gap. By working together, we can create a more diverse and inclusive tech industry that benefits everyone.&nbsp;
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Futureheads&rsquo; Jamie Roostan is currently writing a Women in Tech series. You can read her most recent article <a href="https://www.wearefutureheads.com/news/women-in-tech--5-statistics-that-will-shock-you/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a>.&nbsp;
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Women in Tech #InternationalWomensDay

Neurodiversity refers to the natural variation in how human brains work, including differences in learning, attention, and social interaction. Celebrating neurodiversity in the workplace can lead to a more inclusive and productive work environment for all employees. Here are some ways to celebrate neurodiversity in the workplace:

Provide training and education on neurodiversity: 
Providing education and training to employees and managers on neurodiversity can help create a more inclusive workplace. According to a&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ambitiousaboutautism.org.uk/sites/default/files/resources-and-downloads/employ-autism-appeal-brochure.pdf">survey</a> by Ambitious about Autism, 94% of employees who participated in autism awareness training reported feeling more confident in working with autistic colleagues.&nbsp;
Provide accommodations for neurodivergent employees: 
Accommodations such as flexible working hours, quiet workspaces, and assistive technology can help neurodivergent employees succeed in the workplace. According to a <a href="https://askjan.org/topics/costs.cfm">study</a> by the Job Accommodation Network, 59% of accommodations cost nothing to implement, and the average cost of accommodations for all disabilities was only $500.&nbsp;
Embrace different communication styles: 
Neurodivergent employees may communicate differently from their neurotypical colleagues. By embracing different communication styles, employers can create a more inclusive workplace. According to a survey by the National Autistic Society, 86% of autistic employees reported feeling more comfortable communicating with colleagues when they received clear and specific instructions.&nbsp;
Recognise and celebrate neurodivergent employees: 
Celebrating the strengths and contributions of neurodivergent employees can help create a more positive workplace culture. According to a survey by the National Autistic Society, 66% of autistic employees reported feeling valued by their employer when their strengths were recognised and utilised.&nbsp;
Foster a culture of inclusion: 
Creating a culture of inclusion where all employees feel valued and supported can help improve employee retention and productivity. According to a <a href="https://www2.deloitte.com/content/dam/insights/us/articles/4209_Diversity-and-inclusion-revolution/DI_Diversity-and-inclusion-revolution.pdf">study</a> by Deloitte, organisations with inclusive cultures are twice as likely to meet or exceed financial targets, three times as likely to be high-performing, six times as likely to be innovative, and eight times as likely to achieve better business outcomes.&nbsp;
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Celebrating neurodiversity in the workplace can lead to a more inclusive and productive work environment for all employees. By providing education and training on neurodiversity, providing accommodations, embracing different communication styles, recognizing and celebrating neurodivergent employees, and fostering a culture of inclusion, employers can create a more positive and supportive workplace that benefits everyone.&nbsp;
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Over 750 new software developer jobs are posted daily in the UK. You can view the roles we recruit for <a href="https://www.wearefutureheads.com/jobs/">here</a>.
We&rsquo;re always writing about the tech sector, if you want to stay up to date on current trends and news, you can read more <a href="https://www.wearefutureheads.com/news/">here</a>.
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More reasons to celebrate Neurodiversity in the workplace

From helping shape the London-UX market from the early days, to running and sponsoring some of the most well-known UX networking events – our reputation holds in our ability to match top-tier UX practitioners into opportunities. 

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Part of our founding offering; since 2009 we have been part of the growth and evolution of the Design market in the UK – With a comprehensive network across all majors skill-sets we have consistently helped businesses hire world-class Design talent. 

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Digital Marketing

Our niche is technical experts who specialise in IT and digital projects, across multiple platforms and technology stacks. Come and talk to us about all things engineering, from entry to CTO-Level.

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 Our niche is technical experts who specialise in IT and digital projects, across multiple platforms and technology stacks. Come and talk to us about all things engineering, from entry to CTO-Level.
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 <h5>Our network includes professionals across:</h5>
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 <li>Front-end</li>
 <li>​Server-side​</li>
 <li>​Full-stack​</li>
 <li>Native Mobile​​</li>
 <li>Technical Architecture​​</li>
 <li>Solution Architecture​​</li>
 <li>Testing</li>
 <li>QA​​</li>
 <li>DevOps</li>
 <li>SRE</li>
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Engineering

From recruiting your first Product Owner to hiring your next experienced Product Managers, our recruiters have developed a specialist network in the design and tech space. They have trusted experts in sourcing and delivering both permanent and contract professionals in the field.

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 From recruiting your first Product Owner to hiring your next experienced Product Managers, our recruiters have developed a specialist network in the design and tech space. They are trusted experts in sourcing and delivering both permanent and contract professionals in the field.
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 <h5>Our network includes:</h5>
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 <li>Chief Product Officers (CPO)</li>
 <li>VP's of Product Management​</li>
 <li>Directors of Product Management</li>
 <li>Product Managers​​</li>
 <li>Product Owners</li>
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Product

With a deep understanding of what is required from Project Managers and Programme Managers in the Digital and Tech space, we can help you find the talent to help you deliver better budget controls, communication, and reporting, to help you find ways to introduce new processes tools and technology that can support more efficient work delivery.

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 With a deep understanding of what is required from Project Managers and Programme Managers in the Digital and Tech space, we can help you find the talent to help you deliver better budget controls, communication, and reporting, to help you find ways to introduce new processes tools and technology that can support more efficient work delivery. 
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 <h5>Our network includes:</h5>
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 <li>Digital Project Managers</li>
 <li>Programme Managers</li>
 <li>Engineering Project Managers</li>
 <li>Software/IT Project Managers</li>
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Project & Programme Management

Toby Thwaites

Toby joined Futureheads in 2011 as a Resourcer and one of the business's original recruits.
He now oversees all sales initiatives across the Futureheads business. Toby leads the Senior Sales management team in order to deliver an efficient, first-class experience to our clients and candidates.
When not at work, Toby loves countryside living with his partner and Labrador (Olive), good food, nurturing his garden, and going on new adventures.&nbsp;

Maria Jones

Alex Cavanagh

Alex is a Senior Consultant at Futureheads and has been involved in the area of product design throughout his entire recruitment career. He particularly enjoys working with hiring managers to uncover exact details of what they'd be looking for and efficiently resourcing for roles.
As part of the product design team, Alex works with tech companies across London and has had great success working with start-ups and fintech businesses.
Outside of work, Alex loves to see friends, visit a variety of pubs around London and travel to different countries. He's had brief spells living in Singapore and Barcelona and now finds himself in the east end of London in Hackney. Alex has also scored at Wembley!

Joseph Cardone

Joseph is a UI and Product Design Senior Consultant for Futureheads.
He has a background in Sales and previously worked for companies such as Tesla and JIVR.&nbsp;As part of the Design Team at Futureheads Joseph works across a broad range of clients from small start-ups, consultancies/agencies and big brands. His main focus is working with permanent UI &amp; Product Designers.
Outside of work, Joseph is a DJ and Music Producer. He's been doing that for over 15 years. He's also a salsa dancer and loves to cook Italian food.&nbsp;

Navin Mahadea

Nav is a Senior Consultant working across perm and freelance hires for any roles within a Product Design function. He studied Products at uni - before digital product design was a thing and product design meant physical products. Those that can, do. Those that can't... recruit.
Nav is part of our Product Design team, working with a range of businesses from early-stage start-ups looking for their founding designers, to helping scale the product design functions with high-growth tech unicorns and everything in between.
Nav can't go into a pub without trying the most random beer they have on draft.

Ebonie Mather

Ebonie is a consultant who specializes in helping businesses build design teams, across perm and contract. She specialises in hiring in UX Design, User Research and Service Design Space. As a recruitment consultant Ebonie not only works with clients to deliver top talent but also with candidates to help give market advice and give active feedback on the market and their portfolios.
Ebonie works with a range of stakeholders on a consultative basis to help them onboard and retain the right talent for their businesses. She works in partnership with clients to advise on everything recruitment, from the interview process through to the offer. In addition to this Ebonie works closely with candidates across UX disciplines to build relationships and help them find the right job for them.
Ebonie likes to try a hand at everything, from growing veg to am-dram theatre she is keen to keep expanding her skill sets and never stops learning.&nbsp;

Jordan Pye

Jordan is a consultant sitting on the Design team.
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He has over five years of experience working as a Recruitment Consultant within the Design and UX space. Helping clients hire top design talent on a contract basis.
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Outside of work, Jordan enjoys keeping busy by either going to the gym, playing football or socialising with friends.&nbsp;

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