UI Lead - HQ Bryanston at AB InBev

Overview:

As the UI Lead, you will be responsible for leading the user interface design process and ensuring the delivery of visually appealing, user-friendly, and intuitive interfaces. Your expertise in design principles, industry trends, and user-centered design will play a critical role in shaping the overall user experience of our products. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including developers, designers, and product managers, to create outstanding digital solutions that exceed client expectations. 

Job Purpose:

• Identify, log, manage, and ensure proper and on time delivery of digital products requested by SA Marketing BU, according to the processes and SLA's agreed with the requestors.

Key Roles & Responsibilities: 

• Lead the UI design process, from conceptualization to final implementation, for web and mobile applications.
• Develop wireframes, mockups, and interactive prototypes to effectively communicate design ideas.
• Define and enforce UI design standards, guidelines, and best practices across projects.
• Conduct user research, usability testing, and gather feedback to inform design decisions.
• Collaborate with designers, developers, and product managers to define project requirements and user flows.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior designers, fostering their growth and development.
• Stay updated with industry trends, emerging technologies, and design tools to continuously enhance design processes.
• Conduct regular design reviews, providing constructive feedback and ensuring adherence to design standards.
• Effectively communicate design concepts and rationale to stakeholders, including clients and project teams.

Qualifications/ Experience 

• Matric
• Higher Certificate/Diploma) or relevant tertiary qualifications / certifications in visual design, Computer Science or relevant field. 
• Proven experience as a UI/UX designer or UI Lead, showcasing a strong portfolio of successful projects.
• Proficiency in design tools such as Figma, Sketch, or Adobe Creative Suite.
• Solid understanding of user-centered design principles and best practices.
• Strong knowledge of responsive design principles and mobile-first design approaches.
• Excellent visual design skills with an eye for detail and a passion for creating visually appealing interfaces.
• Keen understanding user journeys and strategic display of solutions to digital products

Personality 

• Creative 
• Strategically minded communicator to collaborate with various stakeholders
• Digital Native and promotes user advocacy with rapid prototyping
• Self-motivated, organised and passionate
• Natural diplomacy skills 
• Team player 
• Good time-management skills and strong team spirit.
• Pro-active, is persuasive and promotes strong business and revising skills. 
• Agile minded and has the ability to perform under pressure.

Reporting structure:

• Direct reports (solid line): Head of Digital Products
• Dotted line reports: None